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twitter Twitter users will no longer be able to hide their blue checks Rob Beschizza

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music How music works like medicine for high blood pressure, depression, and pain David Pescovitz

art Celebrating the 35th anniversary of Star Trek: The Next Generation with mixed-media meme art Gareth Branwyn

batteries Scientists create new biodegradable batteries out of crabs Thom Dunn

Japanese film The longest running Japanese comedy series that you've never heard of Bob Knetzger

Japan Kooky 1950's Japanese candy comedy Bob Knetzger

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renewable energy Study: the biggest barrier to solar expansion is that you can't price gouge Thom Dunn

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