Beaten by Crossfit, and More

Save me from my workout – Toronto Life “Converts to CrossFit, the extreme exercise craze, swear it’s life-changing and take pride in their self-inflicted injuries. I was a true believer—until one punishing session landed me in the ER with a shattered leg and a dislocated ankle. I still couldn’t wait … Read More

People who Shoot Elephants, and More

Who Wants to Shoot an Elephant? – GQ “In addition to airfare, ammo, and equipment costs (the antique double-barreled Holland & Holland rifle Robyn bought for the trip typically sells for about $80,000), the Waldrips are paying Jeff Rann $60,000 for the privilege of shooting the animal, at least $10,000 … Read More

Inside the Great Maple Syrup Heist, and More

An Illustrated Account of the Great Maple Syrup Heist – Modern Farmer “To control and maintain the best prices for producers, the Federation keeps a stockpile of maple syrup. Dubbed ‘the International Strategic Reserve’, the Federation had set aside close to 40 million pounds of syrup by August 2011, and … Read More

How To Respond if Someone Holds a Gun to Your Head, and More

How to Respond if Someone Holds a Gun to Your Head – Business Insider “Most important: Stay. Calm. There is no way you’re going to remember all of the stuff I’m about to say, but if you remember anything, remember to remain calm. If clarity of thought was ever important, … Read More

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