Tuesday morning roundup

Another episode of "why rule-of-law in Russia is wanting": jury edition.

Many Haitians can't afford soap, which doesn't help the public health issue. On the topic of money and public health, the New Yorker's piece on tuberculosis in India is worth a read.

I am *not* making light of poverty or food insecurity in America, but I can't help but wonder whether those struggling to afford food could stretch the money they do have for food by buying less meat. I'm just sayin'.