It’s late, you’re up. By this point in the semester, the effects of sleep deprivation should be taking its toll. I was told by several people today that I have “panda eyes.”

Actual News

Economy: Unemployment has dropped to 8.3%, which sort of destroys the purpose of Mitt Romney’s campaign.

Upsetting: Cold snaps in Europe have killed at least 220 people, as well as hospitalized 1600 others.

Bad ideas: Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s decision to cut $12 million in funding for planned parenthood has received much backlash from women’s rights groups.

Pseudo-News

NPR to the rescue: Ever wonder about the history of corn-based chips? No? Fair enough.

Diagnosis: Flavorwire takes a whack at artists’ mental illnesses just by looking at their artwork.

Clearly, I’m not the only one who loves sloths: