The Latest from Big Think

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These theoretical megastructures represent one way an advanced civilization might harvest energy from stars.
A man in a Chinese costume is holding a candle, exemplifying the essence of Taoism.
While Taoism can be paradoxical and abstract, it also offers daily life lessons.
A creative collage of individuals jotting down ideas on a piece of paper to boost innovation.
An effective strategic approach to unlocking and selecting truly innovative solutions.
fusion power
In our Universe, matter is made of particles, while antimatter is made of antiparticles. But sometimes, the physical lines get real blurry.
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The Parthenon embodies the ideals of perfection Classical Greeks sought from architecture. The neighboring Erechtheion offers something else.
A hand is pointing at a diagram illustrating the tyranny of small decisions.
Acting "little and often" has huge consequences and they're not always good — but awareness yields solutions.
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Atomic nuclei form in minutes. Atoms form in hundreds of thousands of years. But the "dark ages" rule thereafter, until stars finally form.
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The FDA approved a single-dose, long-acting injection to protect babies and toddlers from RSV over the fall and winter.
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Astronomers have discovered more than 5,000 confirmed exoplanets — very few of which resemble Earth.
A man in an astronaut suit is waving to the camera, showcasing his leadership as he navigates outer space.
Former spacewalker Mike Massimino tells Big Think how NASA missions shaped great leaders.
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With any occupation comes a risk of health and safety hazards. When it comes to being Santa Claus, the challenges are unique.
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Contrary to conventional wisdom, matter can escape the center of the Earth.
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From "The Castle of Otranto" to "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, these books changed the literary landscape.
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Team storming — as defined by psychologist Bruce Tuckman — can be fractious. Done right, the benefits are immense.
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In a guest essay for Big Think Business, Pedro Franceschi — co-founder and co-CEO of Brex — explains why deftly navigating between vision and details is crucial for successful leaders.
Tolkien's imaginative world encompassed a square and stationary earth.
Narnia and early Middle-earth were pancake-esque — but their creators took differing views on de-globalization.
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On December 9, 2023, Halley's Comet reached aphelion: its farthest point from the Sun. As it returns, here are 10 facts you should know.
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It has already been trialed in people and could give us a better way to analyze and stimulate the brain.