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The Real Magic of Rituals
We might call them superstitions or spells, but they genuinely drum anxiety away.
What Is Misinformation Doing to Us?
One question for Daniel Williams, a philosopher at the University of Cambridge.
The Trouble With “The Big Bang”
A rash of recent articles illustrates a longstanding confusion over the famous term.
Targeting Cancer’s Achilles Heel
Biden’s Cancer Moonshot aims to cut annual deaths in half. Scientists have the goal in their sights.
What Do Dolphins Talk About?
In the latest episode of the Ignorance podcast, Diana Reiss takes us behind the scenes with some chatty dolphins.
Why Should We Delay Gratification?
One question for Yuko Munakata, a psychologist at the University of California, Davis and director of the Cognition in Context Lab.
To Save the Deep Ocean, We Should Mine the Moon
The moon contains a lot of mineral wealth—but how practical is mining it?
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
An anthropologist schooled in spiritual healing offers wisdom for troubled times.
Are All Brains Good at Math?
Math provokes dread in so many people—yet we are all born with a sense for numbers.
What Motivates Political Violence?
One question for Katarzyna Jaśko, a social psychologist at Jagiellonian University in Poland.
