We’re all used to the various logos that we see all around us every day but if you were around only 25 years ago, the world would look much different. I’m not talking about the advancement of technology over that time. Even the most iconic of brands have undergone extensive changes in brand design since their launch.
To illustrate this point, we have a handy infographic for you to study.
It’s a slightly shorter edition of the Wednesday links today but that doesn’t mean that this a bad set of links. In fact, I think there are a couple of worthwhile reads in here.
But before we get to the links, let’s start with Anais Pouliot.
Newsweek is owned by the International Business Times but do you know who is behind IBT? The answer may worry you. (Mother Jones)
You may not believe it but there are some good guys on Wall Street. The folks behind IEX wanted to make a better platform for traders that didn’t allow for predatory activity. (New York Times)
These guys got a Michael Lewis book deal and a 60 Minutes feature for their efforts too. (New York Magazine)
He may not have had the best first three-quarters of the 2013 IndyCar season but Will Power closed out last season going from 11th in points to 4th. To start the 2014 campaign, he’s picking up where he left off with a win to open up the season by taking the checkered flag in St. Pete.
Testing isn’t the complete story but it certainly does give you an insight into how the season will play out. The Red Bulls weren’t expected to be in the same timezone as the Mercedes-powered cars but they’re running for podiums. However, the insight that said that Mercedes GP would be blindingly fast proved to be right as Lewis Hamilton led the team home in a 1-2 finish.
Wham! Bam! Body slam! Okay, this week’s set of Sunday links isn’t just about wrestling but there are a lot of WrestleMania stories after the jump. Before it, we have stories about writing. There’s something for everyone in the links. You just have to find it.
First, since the How I Met Your Mother finale is tomorrow, let’s kick things off with Cobie Smulders. Is Joss Whedon still hiring for Agents of Shield?
Flordia isn’t getting rid of their Stand Your Ground loophole any time soon. In fact, they’re planning to strengthen it. (The Guardian)
The term “clickbait” carries a very negative connotation but some writers use baity headlines to get people to read articles that they actually should read rather than just trolling for ad views. (The Concourse)
Speaking of clickbaity headlines, Deadspin had an article about the Washington Redskins launching a charity to get them some good PR over their name. Stephen Colbert made a satirical joke and moronic activists didn’t get it which allowed Daniel Snyder to got off scot-free. (Deadspin)
It’s been a busy week and weekend, so let’s keep the latest ELO short and sweet. At the box office this weekend, you can catch another retelling of the story of Noah. Apparently it’s a hit among critics and no so much among the church-goers. Anyway, Emma Watson is in the flick, so let’s start off with her.
After the jump, Community might be getting six seasons and a movie, catch a bloody deleted scene from The Raid 2, an infographic describing how Hollywood has destroyed America, it would cost tax payers a lot to maintain a superhero, a few new movie trailers to see and finally Dana Williams & Leighton Meester tackles a Fleetwood Mac track. Continue reading
Hasbro is launching a special edition of Monopoly that will include the most popular house rules as official rules of the game. Is nothing sacred anymore? [New York Times]
Astronomers have found the first asteroid that has rings. That’s got to be one hell of an asteroid. [NBC News]
Asher Vollmer talks about all the Threes clones that have come out since the game’s launch that have overshadowed his game. [Asherv]
Reddit CEO, Yishan Wong, doesn’t much care for the Bitcoin community on Reddit. On the other hand, he loves the Dogecoin community. /r/Dogecoin FTW! [Quora]
Gearbox and 3D Realms are going to war over Duke Nukem. Considering Gearbox’s track record with other companies’ IP, I know my rooting interest in this battle. [Wired]
I’ve never played a MOBA before but with the release of the open beta of the DC Comics MOBA, Infinite Crisis, I thought now was a good time to get into the genre. Most people are judging compared to the big MOBAs, League of Legends and DOTA 2. Without that comparison base, what would I think of my first MOBA?
After seemingly rare two-week break to start the 2013, the 2014 Formula One World Championship is back for the second race of the season. After the race on the streets of Melbourne’s Albert Park, it’s to a Hermann Tilke designed racing circuit for the first time this season. The real battle for the World Drivers’ Championship begins this weekend. Who has the upper hand?
I noticed something about this batch of links. A lot of them are articles about things that should be blindingly obvious but some people still can’t quite believe. We should have seen some of these coming but I guess that doesn’t mean that everyone does.
Anyway, it’s now time for the links. And it shouldn’t be a surprise that we lead off the links with Camille Rowe.
Much to no one’s surprise, Sochi has been abandoned now that the Olympics and Paralympics have left town. Tens of billions of dollars down the drain for nothing. Good work, Vlad. (English Russia)
Also much to no one’s surprise, Russia has imposed sanctions against Canadian political players for imposing sanctions against Russian politicians. (Russia Today)
Illegal drug spending in the US is $100 billion. Government spending to combat the drugs trade is $200 billion. Spending on cocaine has plummeted over the last five years and has been replaced by marijuana spending which states are going easier on. It’s funny how law enforcement works (or doesn’t work) in America sometimes. (MarketWatch)
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