A 1924 plan to drain the East River, as proposed by the deputy police commissioner of traffic at the time. On Gothamist. Thanks to Emmett for the link.
Land Guzzlers – Pets vs Autos
Which has a larger ecological impact? Via New Scientist, the chart above has some surprises that people would never consider. Jonathan Safran Foer’s new book also provides some insights on pets and animals we eat, check it out.














