The race to rescue VHS tapes, how Ford lost Google and the fascinating world of London legal clerks are among last week’s interesting links.
London clerks
Inside the antiquated, but very lucrative, world of London barristers’ clerks. A fascinating a look at one aspect of the English legal profession where old traditions have conveniently merged with modern fees.
Saving VHS tapes
One of the banes of modern culture is shifting standards. As VHS tapes decay, researchers are racing to preserve the culture of the 1980s and 90s, reports US National Public Radio.
Google and Ford clash cultures
Joint ventures and business partnerships are often problematic, as Ford found in their abortive autonomous vehicle project with Google.