Kevin Dickinson
Kevin Dickinson has been an independent writing consultant since 2011. During that time, he's worked as an educator, editor, journalist, and researcher, and written on subjects ranging from religion to Dr. Seuss, film history to Mars' surplus of iron oxide.
What makes a dinosaur a dinosaur?
Truth is, dinosaurs aren’t as distinct as you may think, but to find out why, we first have to consider how we got the term “dinosaur.”
Are there aliens in our own backyard?
Scientists have been probing our solar system for extraterrestrial life.
Multitasking is killing your productivity
Multitasking has been shown to diminish our ability to learn, stress us out, and kill our productivity. Here are some techniques to limit multitasking and help us regain our lost time.
What is the blood moon prophecy?
As we’ve come to expect, conspiracy theorists and fringe Christian evangelicals are heralding the July 27 blood moon as a sign of the imminent apocalypse. But what is the blood moon prophecy, and why does it appeal to a certain type of believer?
Bad sleep habits will cost the U.S. $434 billion in 2020
Our always-on culture has us working harder, doing more, and sleeping less. While the health ailments of sleep deprivation are well known, a study by Rand Europe shows that it is costing the economy as well, with the U.S. estimated to lose up to $434 billion in 2020.
Hot dogs vs. hamburgers: which is the healthier choice?
Are hot dogs or hamburgers the healthier option? It's a question that has plagued many a summer barbecue guest.
How AI will change astronomy, healthcare, and social justice
Although there is much guesswork as to the future of artificial intelligence, today’s AI systems continue to be a boon for science.
Is virtual reality dangerous for children?
Virtual reality is now approaching mainstream, but with so little research available it's difficult to determine the dangers of VR for children.
UK royal baby: Will England see a King Louis Arthur Charles?
Prince William and Kate Middleton have welcomed their third child to the royal family. Find out where the new royal baby falls in the line of succession to the throne.