Margaret Sullivan, public editor of the New York Times, writes about skepticism surrounding the paper's Syria coverage given the paper's shameful role in the run-up to the Iraq war. It's a thoughtful piece, with only one quote that suggests itself as an easy target for snark: NYT managing editor Dean Baquet's. "The press's coverage of Iraq always lurks in the background. But it was a long, long time ago."
NYT public editor on skepticism over NYT's past US war coverage
Hamas terrorists used synthetic amphetamine to "suppress fear and anxiety" during attack, says IDF and US
Semafor reports that some of the Hamas terrorists who attacked southern Israel last month had taken a synthetic amphetamine drug called fenethylline (brand named Captagon), "which U.S. and Israeli officials… READ THE REST
U.S. seizes $300 million superyacht owned by "Russian Warren Buffett"
Don't be sad for sanctioned Russian oligarch Suleyman Kerimov that the U.S. is seizing his $300 million superyacht. He is worth over $10.7 billion, so he could afford to buy… READ THE REST
A True Story, the 2nd century space opera you'll likely never read
Over the years, I've certainly heard of the 2nd century work, A True History, by Syrian author Lucian of Samosata. But I've never heard a Cliff Notes-like summation of what… READ THE REST
This Japanese Knife Set is the perfect holiday gift – get it now with free shipping for much less
TL;DR: Looking for the perfect gift for the chef in your life? Consider one of these elegant knife sets, on sale now. While the Seido™ Japanese Master Chef's 5-Piece Knife Set… READ THE REST
Show your fur baby some love this holiday with this interactive toy under $25!
TL:DR; A this low a price, you can afford to give your kitty something special this holiday! The Cheerble Ball, an interactive toy for cats, is discounted to just $22 just in… READ THE REST
Conquer winter with these 3-Touch Smartphone Gloves for only $11.99
TL;DR: Revolutionize how you interact with your touchscreen in the dead of winter with these 3-Touch Smartphone Gloves for only $11.99 (Reg. $29), saving $17, until 11:59 PM on 12/17. Order through… READ THE REST
