So, Washington just became the first state to allow the composting of human bodies, though similar practices have existed in other countries for tens of thousands of years. The Tibetans, for example, perform “sky burials,” a ritual in which a human corpse is placed on a mountaintop to be devoured by vultures.
We’re pretty sure Washington’s new legislation does not involve scavengers, but maybe read this story to be sure.
And speaking of birds, did you hear about Joe, Chattanooga’s one-winged hawk, who is receiving a prosthetic device?
Finally, columnist Mark Kennedy says to let your kids burn their homework. Here’s why.