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China’s Chang’e 4 biosphere experiment marks a first for humankind.
The Harvard psychologist loves reading authors’ rules for writing. Here are his own.
Stress affects everyone, but there’s something you can do about it.
Florida researchers offer schools a simple message: Send home report cards earlier in the week.
On January 20/21, half of Earth will experience a total lunar eclipse. For the first time in 19 years, this includes all of North and South America. When the Sun, Earth, […]
It marks a first for the U.S., where some 49,000 people died from opioids in 2018.
There’s a difference between having a harmonious passion and an obsessive one.
The report also predicts India’s economy will surpass the U.S. by 2030.
Regenerative capitalism challenges the belief that business success and environmental concerns are inherently at odds.
Is Tesla a car manufacturer or an energy company?
Talking about climate change doesn’t have to be an argument over Thanksgiving dinner. Some people, though maybe not all, can be persuaded.
A definition of death is surprisingly malleable, leading to complications when it comes to organ donation.
The American Psychological Association recently released guidelines for treating boys and men. Men aren’t happy about it.
The rise of anti-scientific thinking and conspiracy is a concerning trend.
Sometimes, chemistry can be more important for color than even physics. All across the world, volcanic eruptions remind us of the destructive power residing beneath Earth’s surface. You might be used […]
These photos of scientific heroes and accomplishments inspire awe and curiosity.
They’re positioned as they are for a good reason.
The dogs’ ability to recognise and process human faces surpasses even that of monkeys. This newly-identified brain region may be the reason why.
Study looks at who/what they prefer learning from
The suburbs are the spiritual home of overconsumption. But they also hold the key to a better future
Economic “degrowth” may be difficult to achieve, but a “prosperous descent” is possible.
One of the most influential Buddhist teachers and writers of the past half-century, Joseph Goldstein helped bring Vipassana (insight) practice to the West. We talk about love, pop-mindfulness, and how even a philosopher can learn to quiet the mind.
The 40th edition of the Starts With A Bang Podcast features Astronomer John O’Meara, the first pristine matter ever seen, and a 15-meter space telescope proposal! One of the great […]
We can explore the farthest reaches of the Universe, but can’t even complete our own cosmic backyard. The history of astronomy has been a history of receding horizons. The invention […]
It’s a startling thought, really: “The only person’s face I can’t see in a conversation or a meeting is my own.” That’s a little unnerving. Sheila Heen, founder of Triad […]
Also, don’t offer screen-time as a reward for good behavior.
The end of the world is the main focus of his new book.
Folios cheese wraps can be a surprisingly healthy substitute for traditional tortillas. Of course, there’s a catch.
Donating to the right charities can save lives.