A long lull in Russian bombing has left people in Kyiv finally getting some decent sleep. / The New York Times [+]
Of the 36,000 small- and medium-sized companies registered in Ukraine this year, 51% are run by women. / The Economist
The IMF says central bank digital currencies have the potential to replace cash. / CNBC
See also: Anger appears to be driving the United States economy. Meanwhile, what if money expired? / Bloomberg [+], Noema Magazine
Since 2022, Meta has quietly allowed Facebook and Instagram to run political advertising saying the 2020 election was rigged. / The Wall Street Journal [+]
Watch: A New Zealand family visits an American Walmart for the first time. / YouTube
A longtime Amazon veteran says that under the company's success, “there's a startling level of disorder.” / Big Technology
Related: A row boat made from an enormous Jeff Bezos head. / YouTube
Researchers studying Marie Curie are required to sign a liability waiver because her research papers, notebooks, and clothing will remain radioactive for another 1,500 years. / Open Culture
Another tribute to the women's website Jezebel, this time from former staffers and contributors. / Dirt
André 3000 releases a solo album that's all flute, no rap. / NPR
In the fashion industry, what should we expect next after this year's Y2K-inspired fashion? “More Y2K fashion.” / The Cut
A map shows the US distribution of people who say “sneakers,” “gym shoes,” or “tennis shoes.” / Kottke