Chocolate-Eaters More Likely to Be Depressed

Max Read · 04/27/10 12:21AM

Do you eat chocolate because you are sad? Or are you sad because you eat chocolate? The conundrum, known as Guisewite's Paradox, has plagued philosophers for generations. And now, Science has tackled it! Do they have an answer for us?

All Aboard Amtrak's New Beef-Powered Train!

Adrian Chen · 04/26/10 11:49PM

Beef and trains. Two All-American favorites. But what if they could somehow be combined? Well, Amtrak is testing a new train and it is powered by beef-based biofuel. Is this the most American form of transportation ever?

The War in Afghanistan Explained in One PowerPoint Slide

Adrian Chen · 04/26/10 11:06PM

The New York Times published a piece about the military and Powerpoint tonight. The best part was this slide used by Military planners to show the complexity of counter-insurgency efforts in Afghanistan. Time to retreat! (Click to enlarge.) [NYT]

Let's Get This #tvparty Started!

Kristina Lucarelli · 04/26/10 06:30PM

Ever since the technologically impaired video chat with the Dunphy's on Modern Family I have been wishing for Fred Willard to make an in-the-flesh appearance. Tonight, my dream comes true. What are you most excited for tonight, #tvparty pals?