TIL that in 2018, an American half-pipe skier qualified for the Olympics despite minimal experience. Olympic requirements stated that an athlete needed to place in the top 30 at multiple events. She simply sought out events with fewer than 30 participants, showed up, and skied down without falling.
Bots, Beasts, and Beliefs about Consciousness
‘The Fabulous Four’ and Her Hope for a ‘Beaches’ Sequel
The Color Temperature Paradox
Luxury Beliefs are Real
We may finally know how the placebo effect relieves pain
Review of “Autocracy, Inc.” by Anne Applebaum
