Links for you. Science:
Friday Weird Science: That MotherF**king HURTS!!!
Cane toads are evolving into super-invaders
Bacterial resistance to chronic antibiotics, and why it's a problem
Other:
Repudiating Liberalism or Obama
When School Improvement, Seniority and Talking Points Collide
Report looks at role of poverty, parents in student success
Aging
Hiding From Reality