A Few Facts—and Falsehoods—About Earthquakes
The headline pretty much says it all. Without further ado (and having done very little thus far) I…
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Dispatches From the Russian River: Locked and Loaded
After being offered a BB gun for protection, Alexis Coe explores what gun culture means out in the wild.
The BP Deepwater Horizon Disaster Isn’t Over for the Gulf’s Whales and Dolphins
We’re still coming to terms with what toxins from the BP spill might be doing to the Gulf of Mexico's wildlife.
Want to Invest in Your City? Try the New Kickstarter for Municipal Bonds
By bringing some Silicon Valley-style innovation to a dusty, through increasingly popular, sector, Neighborly hopes to make supporting local infrastructure projects both cool and profitable.
The Embattled Conscience of American Male Geekdom
An early look at a Pacific Standard story that's currently only available to subscribers.
Tech Companies Want to Replace Payday Loan Shops
High-interest loans are predatory whether you get them at a corner store or in an app.
Beachgrass’ Damage Goes Deep
The transplanted, deep-rooted grasses now common on the West Coast stabilize an ecosystem in need of a different kind of balance.
Digital Culture: Celebrating All Shapes and Sizes With the Yogis of Instagram
The #curvyyoga movement has attracted tens of thousands of followers who know the activity can be good for everyone.