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The spreading of misinformation and doubt has undermined support for climate change. Despite broad consensus from climate scientists that humans are largely responsible for climate change, only 27% of Americans think there is agreement. New research points to a possible way to “vaccinate” against this misinformation. 

Spontaneous talk on surprise topics. Rolling Stone political journalist Matt Taibbi on the media and political circus of the 2016 campaign trail, the search for happiness, and where we go from here. 

Scientists from Harvard University claim to have created metallic hydrogen, a new metal with revolutionary potential applications. 

University of California, Davis researchers announce the disappointing results of their implantation of human stem cells in pigs.

In eleven states the number of nonmedical exemptions are increasing. 

Reviving the “Lesbian Rule” (which Aristotle wrote about, and was proverbial in Shakespeare’s day) can help us handle a new kind of weaponized-math threat (that Cathy O’Neil calls “Weapons of Math Destruction”).

What it means that 2016 is the hottest year on record. “There are now dozens of hockey sticks and the all come to the same basic conclusion. The recent warming does […]

Elon Musk’s cryptic messages about a mysterious tunneling project in California are getting more substantive.

The Mayan Riviera contains the largest coral reef in the Western Hemisphere. However, commonplace cosmetic products used by tourists threaten its health. A local couple is working hard to change that.

New Here One earbuds aim to bring enhanced human hearing to market.

An Israeli study found that the smell of women’s tears sunk men’s testosterone levels and sex drive.  

How the James Webb Space Telescope was made. “One way or another the first stars must have influenced our own history, beginning with stirring up everything and producing the other chemical […]

Ever lose yourself in a great book or movie? This is a form of hypnosis.   

According to Tali Sharot, our innate optimism bias is necessary, but needs to be taken in doses. 

Scientific American video explains the evolutionary value of human emotions.

Bill Gates may be the world’s first trillionaire in 25 years. That’s according to a projection by Oxfam, using an 11% rate of return that has been typical in recent years for the world’s wealthiest individuals. 

What caused the incredible eruption that Hubble caught on film? A predicted merger in 5 years might show us. “We have chased away the clouds, the sky is all ‘rose.’” –Francois […]

The philosopher believed we craved for something less pleasant.

A careful analysis by two economists finds that phony journalism had little influence on voters and the outcome of the election.

Physicists propose that violations of a fundamental law of physics in early stages of the universe are responsible for the mysterious dark energy.

Does a shot of espresso before walking into an exam make a difference?  

Airbus Group CEO Tom Enders announced last week that the company plans to test a prototype of a “flying car” by the end of the year.

How to turn a galaxy on, once and for all. “Speculating and predicting what lies beyond the boundary is fascinating. Finding out is even more fascinating.” –Wallace H. Tucker When two […]

A universal basic income (UBI) policy could change how we evaluate the meaning and quality of work in our society.

Over the course of his presidency, Barack Obama issued a total of 276 executive orders. So, what exactly does that mean?

UNESCO recognized the Manden Charter in 2009.   

Many teens are showing up to school sleep-deprived from late night social media use, and it may be hurting their academic performance. Researchers find that “over a third of young people appear to be waking up during the night to send or check messages via social media.” 

A new study may explain why the Australian megafauna went extinct around 45,000 years ago.

A study analyzes the relationship between how fast people speak and how much information they actually relate.

Repealing Obamacare without a fit replacement will leave tens of millions uninsured. Who is responsible for the fall out? A moral hypothetical raised by Kurt Vonnegut can help.