How a Chinese-Funded Costa Rican Soccer Stadium Explains the World
And how it affects the United States' chances of qualifying for the World Cup before the weekend.
Talking With the President of the International Guild of Knot Tyers
Noah Davis spoke to Colin Byfleet about knots and tying up Harry Houdini.
Will Seltzer Hydrate Me?
An in-depth investigation into the replenishing powers of carbonated water.
What Makes You So Smart, Lord Browne?
Noah Davis talks to the former chief executive of British Petroleum about, among other things, how it's not really that important to be really smart.
Can Ethiopia’s Best Runner Become Its Best Politician?
Arguably the greatest long-distance runner ever, Haile Gebrselassie is now aiming for a spot in Ethiopia's parliament.
Why Are You So Smart, Stan Greenberg?
Noah Davis talks to the democratic pollster and political strategist about the over-reliance on numbers, understanding new places, and being really intelligent.
This Tiny Swedish Company Is Making the Video Games of the Future
What can you do when your first video game makes over one billion kronor? Experiment.
I Failed a Mensa Test, Twice
An inside look at a failed attempt to become a member of a select group of people who did well on a test.
Are Video Games the Next Great Art Form?
That might be a dumb question, but whatever video games are, they're starting to resemble all the things we've called "art" in the past.