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Chris Masterjohn is hosting a live chat event on YouTube while conducting metabolic experiments that involve drinking a beer.
The event will be tomorrow, February 3, at 7:00 PM Eastern time.
Participating in this chat session and experiment could become an annual event.

Seaweed beer is a trend in the market.
Investment in algae and seaweed technology is on the rise.
Applications of algae and seaweed extend to various industries like food, fabric, fuel, and cosmetics.

2023 may be known as the 'Year of AI' due to the rapid development and acceleration of artificial intelligence.
US policymakers are considering rules and regulations on AI, focusing on areas like rules, institutions, funding, and people.
Xi Jinping faces challenges in balancing growth, security, ambition, and elite politics, potentially leading to national stagnation over rejuvenation.

The 'Google of spit' is a project to revolutionize healthcare by collecting and storing DNA like Google did for data.
There's a man who has reviewed nearly 10,000 beers online and is a top user on RateBeer.com.
Nathan Yau, a self-quantifier, is tracking changes in his life with charts as his son grows, showing how data can capture life's moments.

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London's porter-brewing history offers insights into the city's past, including the development of the first London beer widely exported and its impact on the workforce.
Portering was a demanding job in the 18th century, with around 5,000 fulltime porters supporting the city’s trade and daily life. Pubs played a crucial role as fuelling stops for porters, with stout porter being a popular choice.
Check out Martyn Cornell's writings on Zythophile for more detailed explorations on London's porter history, including the forgotten story of London's porters and the brewing of porter.