How fascism starts

For decades, ever since a scandal in the 1980s in which Switzerland’s government was revealed to have been spying on tens of thousands of its citizens, the Swiss have been sceptical about state surveillance. CCTV cameras are rare; even Google Street View is...

A little Saturday night terror

The NY Times rightly calls Donald Trump the worst presidential candidate in modern history. Personally, I think he’s an existential threat to the country, something I’ve never thought about another candidate. If you’re like-minded, you should be...

Apple Watch for swimming

This is probably the biggest feature for a lot of people. I know even with the original Apple Watch’s 1 meter “water resistance,” I was very hesitant to get it wet beyond playing soccer in the rain. Given metrics, I may even take up lap swimming again....

I am excited!

…researchers found that something as simple as telling yourself “I am excited” or, “These heightened sensations are my body and mind getting ready to execute,” is effective.I don’t really get that nervous about things anymore, but I’m eager...