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ideal night sy conditions
We're used to scientists telling us about the math and physics behind astronomical events. But what does studying space make us feel?
time
You are trapped in time. You never live in the world as it is but only as you experience it as it was.
benefits of asynchronous learning
There are many ways asynchronous learning benefits both individuals and organizations, from learner autonomy to cost savings.
When your passion becomes your day job, sometimes the day job becomes a chore.
Here's how to avoid getting duped by the "dark patterns" of online businesses.
Million Stories
A new study concludes that eating more carbohydrates reduces a person's risk of major depressive disorder.
Based on data since 2000 alone, global warming is still occurring at a whopping 7-sigma significance. How hot will planet Earth get?
Astronomers have been looking for radio waves sent by a distant civilization for more than 60 years.
Contrary to popular research, people with more money are happier, but it’s their spending habits, not their account balances, that move the dial.
Paradoxically, some do it for erotic reasons.
6mins
Financial expert Paula Pant explains how you can afford anything, but not everything.
All across the Universe, planets come in a wide variety of sizes, masses, compositions, and temperatures. And most have rain and snow.
By exposing people to small doses of misinformation and encouraging them to develop resistance strategies, "prebunking" can fight fake news.
Late Night Show with David Letterman
Late-night shows, developed during the "golden age" of TV, are no longer as relevant in the age of streaming services and Donald Trump.
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Bathybius haeckelii was briefly thought to be the link between inorganic matter and organic life.
From Atlantis to Thule, these mythical locales have captivated people's imaginations for centuries.