When criminals behave like gamers and the meta
A columnist compares crime to gaming noting how societies run by rules resemble game design. He explains the meta concept as the most effective tactics and warns how dominant metas in crime spread online. The piece cites swatting as a dangerous example and traces its rise among online gamers.
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Policy games and real world meta lag in security and crime
Megan McArdle argues that soft policies on petty crime and car theft inspire exploitation as social media spreads fixes and prompts disrespect for rules. She compares shoplifting, Kia Hyundai thefts, and asylum claims to game design, urging rapid rule changes to curb popular tricks and maintain balance.
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Elite misnomer in admissions sparks merit debate
The piece argues elite colleges mislead applicants by downplaying quantitative work and rewarding equity over rigor. It notes grade inflation and inscrutable transcripts suppress signals of merit, harming national competitiveness and future STEM strength. Cites Hess and Will for broader political impact.
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Campaign ads fill the air as voters count down
The piece laments political commercials invading TV during campaign season across Iowa New Hampshire South Carolina and Ohio. It notes ads show candidates touring industries while opponents use stark imagery. It recalls the uncertain impact of TV ads per Forbes and ends with a call to rely on traditional voting methods.
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Chaplin reshoots City Lights scene 342 times
On February 5 2024 a brief noting Charlie Chaplin reshot a scene from City Lights 342 times in his early work He directed produced scored and starred in most of his films The entry also lists today’s birthdays and a football score trivia fact about the 2017 Super Bowl defeat by the Patriots.
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