Another day, another apocalypse prediction fallen by the wayside. It would be nice to get a reprieve from the doomsaying, but given the climate in DC surrounding the fiscal cliff it appears that might be too much to hope for. The bickering and bargaining looks set to continue through the holidays, but we’re hoping to tune them out for at least a few days while we spend some quality time with our families. To that end, we’ve compiled some decidedly non-apocalyptic weekend reads.
- The terrible Star Wars Holiday Special Lucasfilms tried to bury forever (Mental Floss)
- Happy Holidays from the Chicago Bulls (NBA.com)
- Just how long would it take Santa to make a worldwide Christmas run? (Popular Science)
- The incredible life story of the late Senator Daniel Inouye. (Academy of Achievement)
- Scientists create a cup that changes color in the presence of date rape drugs. (ABC News)
And just for fun…
- If you’re ever tied up with duct tape over your mouth, don’t give up! (Smithsonian Blog)