Links for you. Science:

SpaceX’s rocket just exploded. Here’s why that’s such a big deal.
Celebrating a Failure, That Really Was a Success
A Scientific Ethical Divide Between China and West
July 4 fireworks spark astonishing spike in air pollution, NOAA study finds
The rules ain’t always all that: lessons from Battlebots

Other:

I used to lead tours at a plantation. You won’t believe the questions I got about slavery. (excellent)
BOSTON 2024: VERSION NUMBER TWO
Ty Cobb was progressive on the issue of race
Jeb Bush’s tax returns tell a story he wants us to forget about early
Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump are making the race a lot more interesting
When CEOs Are Accidentally Overpaid
New Bubble Wrap Will No Longer Pop When You Squeeze It (HERESY!)
This Mom Is Mad At Jim Carrey For Tweeting A Photo Of Her Son With Autism
RE: JUDGES
This Professor Was Fired for Saying ‘Fuck No’ in Class
America explained to non-Americans
Correction Required: The D.C. Jail is Falling Apart. What Should Replace It?
Donald Trump Is The GOP
Bernie Sanders is drawing bigger crowds than any other 2016 candidate