Let my dataset change your mindset

Posted on August 28th, 2009 | Filed under Economics, Science | Tags: , | No Comments

Hans Rosling

Professor Hans Rosling uses his fascinating data-bubble software to burst myths about the developing world. This certainly changed my perspective on the developing world. Another great Ted Talk (no. 500 already!).

Watch this talk as high-res video (MP4)


Finally! The End of Lost In Translation

Posted on December 13th, 2007 | Filed under Movies, Science, Videos | No Comments

What did Bill Murray whisper into Scarlett Johansson’s ear at the end of Lost in Translation?

YouTube Preview Image

(via)


First Footage of The Long-Eared Jerboa

Posted on December 11th, 2007 | Filed under Science, Videos | No Comments YouTube Preview Image

An “extraordinary” desert creature has been caught on camera for what scientists believe is the first time. The long-eared jerboa, a tiny nocturnal mammal that is dwarfed by its enormous ears, can be found in deserts in Mongolia and China. More…



Page 2 of 41234