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This reflection by Joel Hirst on Venezuela’s agony under socialism has been making the rounds. Excerpt:

I never expected to witness the slow suicide of a country, a civilization. I suppose nobody does.

New research suggests that having a large bum is very good for your overall health. Researchers at the University of Oxford and Church Hospital say that people who have a big butt, such as Kim Kardashian, have increased intelligence and a lower risk of suffering from chronic disease.  The researchers say that fat distribution plays a key role in determining a person’s overall health. According to a report in the Journal of Obesity, it is preferable to have fat below the waist, as it helps to protect against heart disease, diabetes and other conditions related to obesity.

A Chinese biker waiting at a junction in Nantong City, China, narrowly avoided serious injury or death when he saw an accident pile up approaching his way. The biker saw the danger and abandons the scene on two legs in the nick of time, leaving behind his bike. NBC reports: Chinese Biker Miraculously Escapes Collision With Cargo Truck A biker narrowly escaped certain death after a traffic collision involving a large cargo truck and a small truck took place in Nantong City, China. Toddler Falls Out Of Van On Busy Chinese Road

In Japan there is not enough room to build crematoriums for dead people in the overcrowded cities. With a high death rate and an ageing population “corpse hotels” could provide a solution to relieve pressure on “funeral refugees.” A corpse hotel has been set up in Kawasaki, Japan, to temporarily house dead bodies while they await cremation. The prospect of having the dead living next door has upset some locals, however business is booming and the concept could expand nationwide.