Josh Fruhlinger on the crap policymakers of medieval England: "One thing about Edward II's biography is clear: He had a series of intense attachments to men whose counsel he valued above all others, and these men weren't the right kind of men to advise a king." [Awl]
On the fate of bad advisors
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A boring looking lawn ornament's explosive secret
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Famed American war criminal Henry Kissinger dies
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De Niro says Apple censored his award show speech, so he read the original from his phone
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This digital photo frame makes for the perfect gift, and it helps that it's 50% off
TL:DR; Give the gift of recalling all of your favorite moments with this 10.1" digital photo frame and remote control for just $47.97, just over 50% off its regular price, no coupon code… READ THE REST
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