Practical philosopher Andrew Taggart talks about what is an excellent human life, what are the first steps to achieving it and what a society without work looks like.

Dr. Alex Berezow talks about the importance of communicating science in a clear and accurate way and why he turns to religion for the answers to some questions.

Scientists, artists, writers, and entrepreneurs will tackle the most exciting and controversial topics shaping our future at Brain Bar, Hungary’s most inspiring event.

A major clinical trial finds that diet quality beats calorie counting for the best weight loss strategy.

These chemicals are also widely used in products like clothing, shoes, wrappers and furniture, to make them more stain-resistant, waterproof and/or nonstick.

From striking women with goat’s skin to showering them with chocolates and flowers, here is how Valentine’s Day became the holiday we know today. 

 

Are you an important person? The answer you give may indicate to psychologists how narcissistic you are. Similarly, the culture you are born into plays an important role.

 

Just like obesity, weight-loss can also "spread like a virus."

Amongst other reasons, because they don't mind planes.

Like it or not, you are a lot like your friends.

After tobacco, carbon, and sugar, meat may be next on the list to be taxed by governments in their efforts to comply with health and environmental policies. 

Here are five points from the World Economic Forum at Davos that can help men and women work together for gender equality.

According to science, you can control about 40% of your happiness.

The benefits of controlled psilocybin use and spiritual practice on people's well-being long outlast the high, researchers find.

An hour away from Area 51 in the Nevada desert, this solar power plant "banks" energy in a way that could be replicated across the world. 

Get out of the way expensive facial creams and treatments.

Every third American reports that he or she has experienced it.

Studies have also shown that two weeks of sleep deprivation increases the consumption of excess calories, particularly from energy-dense, high-carbohydrate snacks. 

Bell Helicopter has just premiered its electric, self-piloting air taxi design at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. 

From communication to intimacy, this data visual has it all covered.

Is high IQ really something that can genuinely turn people on? Apparently so — but only to a certain point. 

A new study has found a mechanism that links poor sleep with deterioration of brain function.

Scientific studies have been inconclusive when it comes to the cognitive effects of sugar. Some suggest that sugar has positive effects on brain function while others disagree.

Observational skills are critical for doctors and art training helps medical students improve them.

In this brave new world, innovative synthetic beverages will be able to deliver all the desirable and none of the negative effects of booze.

In only two weeks the anonymous philanthropist has given away $18 million.

Your IQ score may not be able to tell you much about how successful you will be, but these traits can.

 

Imagine reading by plant light, and glow-in-the-dark trees instead of street lamps. That's on the horizon thanks to these engineers.

The Industrial Revolution brought along the second agricultural revolution, the unthinkable transformations of entire ecosystems, the collapse of the family and community, and the ethics of consumerism. 

Not all books are created equal. Especially when it comes to the ones parents read to children to aid their development. A new study from the University of Florida points to an important characteristic to look for in children’s books.