iheartchaos:

Why Evolution is True and Why Many People Still Don’t Believe It

Jerry Coyne, professor of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Chicago, reviews the evidence for evolutionary theory and why Americans (in particular) are so resistant to accepting evolution as fact.

Highly recommended watch, even if you consider yourself well-versed on the topic.  The pace is brisk and he’s not boring at all, and I found myself learning a new thing or two. The final analysis won’t surprise many of you, but he takes great care in getting there.

In general, an excellent review for the 12% (an embarrassing figure) of Americans that accept evolution as fact, and time well spent for the rest having their convictions challenged.

iheartchaos:

The history of our time on Earth in a minute

A tapestry of footage tracing the cosmic and biological origins of our species, set to snazzy music.

newsweek:

If you watch one video on the web this week, let it be Spencer Ackerman’s takedown of life inside the beltway. 

theatlanticvideo:

‘Inception’-Inspired Floating Roller Coasters in Buenos Aires

Inception Park is pure fun, with theme park rides zipping between historic buildings in Buenos Aires, thanks to clever special effects. The video was directed by Fernando Livschitz of Black Sheep Films.

(via theatlantic)

evilteabagger:

Jon Stewart on the Ron Paul Media Blackout

I didn’t realize it was this bad.

(via thegreg)

minnpost:

NJ Gov. Chris Christie defends Superior Court Judge Sohail Mohammed

(via bravernewworld)