The Morning Report The five best stories from around the web. Wednesday, January 21st Edition 1 Footwear Esquire traces how slippers went from aristocratic house shoes to acceptable everyday footwear, with buying advice baked in. By Instapaper Pocket 1 Footwear Esquire traces how slippers went from aristocratic house shoes to acceptable everyday footwear, with buying advice baked in. By Instapaper Pocket 2 Nutrition Curious about supplements? Here’s a streamlined stack aimed at supporting strength, recovery and overall daily performance. By Instapaper Pocket 3 Relax The best deep sofas that prioritize serious comfort without sacrificing design credibility. By Instapaper Pocket 4 Infrastructure Jalopnik explains the real purpose of concrete highway barriers and why their shape matters more than you think. By Instapaper Pocket 5 Cheers The world’s strongest beer is so intense, your tongue just might go numb. By Instapaper Pocket