The Soul in the New Machines
An exhilarating new show at the Museum of Modern Art makes the case that through the mechanism of design, scientific advances of the last decade have at least opened the way to unexpected visual pleasures. nytimes.com
Mind: When People Drink Themselves Silly, and Why
The dynamics of bingeing may have more to do with personal and cultural expectations than with the number of upside-down margaritas consumed. nytimes.com
Major NASA projects over budget
Two-thirds of NASA's major new programs are significantly over budget or behind schedule, according to the agency's latest report to Congress. rssfeeds.usatoday.com
Diseases threat to rare wildcats
A vet is urging owners of pet cats to have them neutered and vaccinated to help protect wildcats. news.bbc.co.uk
Low carb diet curbs epileptic fits in children
Special food regime for children with epilepsy reduces number of seizures by 75%, according to Great Ormond Street Hospital study guardian.co.uk