Sapolsky summarises the latest scientific research relevant to determinism: the idea that we’re causally ‘determined’ to act as we do and couldn’t possibly act any other way.
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How, when and where did modern humans evolve? Nobody has all the answers, but studying rock and dirt can put the debate on firmer footing.
For decades, scientists have tried to uncover the cause of long-term changes in Earth’s biodiversity. New simulations point at geography playing a critical role.
The public release of the chatbot has led to a global conversation about the risks and benefits of AI – a conversation few people were having just a few years ago.
Science is essential for human flourishing. So why does so much science communication paint a bleak, nihilist picture of the world?
Takeoff and landing are among the most difficult tasks commercial pilots perform.
Studies reveal women’s research receives tougher assessment, less funding, fewer prizes and less citation than men’s.
When we invest money, time or another resource we can’t get back, factoring that sunk cost into our future decisions can be a trap.
Camera rolls reveal how photography is transforming in the smartphone era.
As kids, we’re naturally more likely to enjoy sweet and salty tastes and reject bitterness. But that changes as we grow older.
It’s legal for a merchant to get your card details over the phone – but it can still be risky. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.
A new study unlocks the mysteries of ancient burial marker trees made by Wiradjuri people in southeastern Australia.
Australia could become one of the world’s strongest cyber nations – but the success of the new strategy will come down to the details.
We tested how ChatGPT stacks up against professional advice columnists – with some intriguing results.
Machine translation can seem alarmingly good – but it’s still no substitute for human language knowledge.
At the heart of Silicon Valley lies a powerful admiration for its ‘genius founders’ – but this comes at the cost of accountability.
When people are pervasively disinformed, the very foundations of democracy can end up on shaky ground.
Australian navy divers have suffered minor injuries from a sonar pulse by a Chinese navy vessel. Here’s what that means and how underwater sound can hurt divers.
It has been an epic backstabbing scene worthy of the HBO drama Succession.
Everybody thinks they know what drugs are, but a clear definition is surprisingly elusive.
Many TikTok creators, including creators of pornography, use the platform to promote themselves and their explicit content on other platforms.
Prolific and highly profitable, LockBit provides ransomware as a service. Aspiring cybercriminals sign up to the scheme, and the group takes a cut. Here’s how it works.
With an evidence-based strategy and careful evaluation, gender parity in science is achievable.
New fossils reveal Australia was once home to a much greater diversity of huge eagles and vultures, which died off alongside ‘giant wombats’ and ‘marsupial lions’.
A meta-analysis of 34 studies has explored how disordered screen use may impact the cognitive performance of individuals.