Mon. 05/03 - Can We Expand Human Life Spans?

Average human life expectancy doubled in the last century. Has it reached its cap or can we double it again? Some considerations. And NASA conducted a tabletop simulation of an asteroid impact last week, with… less than ideal results. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with tips on how to survive a killer asteroid.
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How the Human Life Span Doubled in 100 Years (NY Times)

How Long Can We Live? (NY Times)

Can We Live to 200? Here's a Roadmap (NY Times)

An Asteroid Impact Simulation Is Currently Underway—and It's Absolutely Terrifying (Gizmodo)

NASA Simulated an Asteroid Impact, Couldn't Avoid a Crash in Europe (Science Alert)

How to Survive a Killer Asteroid (Wired)

How to Stop Time by Matt Haig 

Co-founder of brain implant startup Neuralink leaves the company (Engadget)
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