Cool Stuff Ride Home

Tue. 08/31 - Could We Delete Our Memories One Day?


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The climate crisis is causing some animals to shrink, and that’s definitely not a good thing. Experts weigh in on the possibility of humans ever being able to edit or delete their own memories. And Netflix cheat codes to help you shake off the algorithm.

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When Insects Lost Their Homes, Evolution Clipped Their Wings (NY Times)
  • Some birds, mammals, and fish are shrinking. Blame climate change. (Vox)
  • Urbanization is Causing Mammals to Grow Bigger, New Study Says (Sci-News)
  • Scary study finds urban rats and mammals are getting bigger (Fast Company)
  • Will We Ever Be Able to Edit or Delete Memories? (Gizmodo)
  • The Netflix Secret Codes Cheat Sheet (MakeUseOf)
  • Thu. 05/13 - I'll Have What She's Having: The Decline of Personalized Recommendations? (Kottke Ride Home)
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