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Pope Francis on The Joy of the Gospel

“Christ’s resurrection is not an event of the past; it contains a vital power which has permeated this world. Where all seems to be dead, signs of the resurrection suddenly spring up. It is an irresistible force. Often it seems that God does not exist: all around us we see persistent injustice, evil, indifference and […]

MR: Why does South Indian food taste better when you eat it with your fingers?

From Tyler Cowen: I can think of three reasons. First, there is a placebo effect.  For the Westerner/outsider, eating with your fingers seems exotic.  For (many, not all) South Asians, eating with your fingers brings back memories of family and comfort foods. Second, your fingers are highly versatile and they are often the best implements […]

11/19 Destination: Sunrise in Pyongyang, North Korea

Abandoned Kansai