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Anteaters Have Evolved More Than a Dozen Times
Unlike people, these mammals found a diet they can actually stick to
The “We Evolved to Eat Meat” Argument Doesn’t Hold Up
The evolutionary story behind meat consumption is less convincing than it sounds
The Inner Lives of Cells
New microscopes are giving scientists a better understanding of human biology and disease
New Sea Slug Species or Gummy Candy?
These additions to the tree of life look positively scrumptious
Neanderthals Might Have Shared Family Recipes
Cave remains found in Israel point to unique, locally specific culinary practices among our ancient ancestors
The Heaven and Earth Bird
These flying jewels have fascinated scientists and inspired devotion across the ages
How Heat Hurts Teamwork
Even small increases in heat can make teamwork harder—especially when groups are mixed.
When Earth Had No Fire
Laura Poppick’s 3 greatest revelations while writing her book, Strata: Stories from Deep Time
Charting the Blue Realm
To explore the deep sea is to understand the human story and the nature of knowledge
