Link Tank 15/02

The usual subjects.

Why ideology and science don’t mix

The totalitarian crusade against second-hand smoke

Of course we blame politicians for everything – they bring it on themselves

California aims to put health warnings on fizzy drinks

Prostitutes And drug dealers 'add £10 billion to UK national wealth'

Australia plans removing internet service for file-sharing households

The Sochi beer fridge that only opens for Canadians (pic)

Why The Satanic Verses would probably not be published today

Florida McDonald's offers romantic Valentine's Day dining

Valentine's Day pranksters book odd-numbered cinema seats in China

Tree-climbing crocodiles