Today’s links feature “worldly” affairs.
Reality Check: In this myth-busting study, researchers compare perceived versus actual country rankings. (Flowing Data)
Checkmate: Chess, War-zone Edition is depressing, but creative nonetheless. (Gizmodo)
Comic.edu: See how comic books can be used for educational purposes in the developing world. (GOOD)
Veterans’ Day: Learn about the last two veterans of WWI. (The Awl)
Not-so-Worldly: See pictures of spiritual healing around the world. (TIME)
South Pole: Take a look at some remarkable images of Antarctica. (LIFE)
Viral Video: This man’s effort to unite the planet failed miserably. Maybe that’s because his “planet” was the New York subway. (Daily What)
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