AI will throw a wrench into many of our theological foundations. How will we adapt? 

Also: Hear the powerful story behind how Mister Sulu got his name.

Words of wisdom from 19th century Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard: “People demand freedom of speech as a compensation for the freedom of thought which they seldom use.” 

Symmetry is about way more than splitting circles: It's change without change, and it has applications throughout mathematics, physics, and nature.

It’s the leftover glow from the Big Bang. Here’s what it teaches us, and why you shouldn’t worry about “anomalies” in the CMB. “The radiation left over from the Big […]

Why is it that in the face of a total lack of evidence for their effectiveness, so many people feel so much affection for quacks?

I was misdiagnosed as bipolar largely as a result of the pervading gender bias in ADHD diagnosis, and that is indicative of a really big problem.

Turns out parents just don't understand.

What we get out of kissing, and why some cultures aren't into it.

Nuclear weapons do horrific widespread damage. Nuclear radiation, even at high doses, does not. But fear of radiation does. We have the survivors of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki to thank for these lessons. We should honor their suffering by remembering both.

Seeing that box is a reminder that a life sentence is being served.

Is this their Je suis Cecil moment?

Compared to a human lifetime, the Universe is ancient.But even a single year holds important changes. “We are not the same persons this year as last; nor are those we […]

Playing games in school develops the kind of social and emotional skills that translate to adult success.

Much to the chagrin of NASA rocket scientist Dr. Wernher von Braun, President Richard Nixon chose instead to greenlight the space shuttle program because it intrigued the military-industrial complex.

You'd think divorce lawyers would be making a killing over something like this. Apparently not.

The freedom and opportunity that going away to college offers correlates with higher rates of depression and anxiety.

Professionals who value what they're worth don't do favors for business associates. You want a favor? Go to a party.

If you're a new mom or dad, it's a really good time to work for Netflix.

Apparently, there's a lot more to be worried about than the environment.