Search
Latest Articles
The newest essays, interviews, and features from Big Think.
4mins
The key to changing hearts and minds for a better world? Lead with love, says Senator Cory Booker.
A decade ago, we didn’t know if dwarf galaxies had black holes. Today, half of the ones we see aren’t where we expected. Normally, galaxies have supermassive black holes millions […]
3mins
When you simplify history, you obliterate the truth, says Ethan Hawke.
2mins
Change is coming, but not from the generation that currently holds positions of power.
The Earth is warming, and humans aren’t doing nearly enough to combat it. Could partially blocking the sunlight be the solution? It’s 2020, and not only is the Earth warmer […]
New research on killer whales may shine a light on the evolutionary power of menopause.
Scientists exploring human neurons directly learn some remarkable things.
There's a lot we can do with current technology to help stem the tide of climate change, but future technology may help even more.
6mins
These needles in the vast galactic haystack take more effort to find, but they help piece together our origins.
The age of the Universe is only 13.8 billion years, but we know that protons survive much longer. Here’s how. Since the discovery of radioactivity in the 19th century, humanity has […]
When you struggle with anxiety or depression, sex may be the last thing on your mind. But understanding the physiological and mental benefits of a healthy sex life can help it become a tool for well-being.
Sofia Gray
Researchers call this "intergenerational reciprocity."
It doesn't matter where you're from — music is an emotional powerhouse.
2mins
Can our bodies tell the difference between recorded violence and real life danger?
It’s a pipe dream that violates the laws of physics, and not even quantum mechanics can give us a way out. One of the most fundamental rules of physics, undisputed since […]
Is the way we choose which animals to protect out of date?
If you're always succeeding, you're probably not learning much.
3mins
Film critic A.O. Scott on how to be more constructive in your criticisms.
After 13.8 billion years, there’s still a whole lot that’s changing as time goes on. With each new year that comes upon us, there are a slew of new events awaiting […]
When facing a tough decision, it pays to trust your gut.