WeCanReason Speakers’ Weekly Update
Catch up with what our speakers did last week
The Hidden Costs of Endless Scrolling
A large review finds that frequent use of short-form video platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels is linked to lower attention and higher stress, raising questions about how endless scrolling affects mental focus and well-being.
See what leaders in science, secularism, critical thinking, and skepticism did last week
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New Tech Could Restore Sight
A new bionic implant may help restore vision for patients with previously irreversible conditions, bringing fresh hope for those facing blindness
Come to the RMA Board Meeting – Let’s Build Together!
Join us for our monthly Rocky Mountain Atheists board meeting. We gather monthly to discuss how we can continue growing our community. Everyone is welcome to attend and share ideas—let's build RMA together!
Winter Solstice Celebration – Join Us for the Longest Night of the Year!
The magic of the Winter Solstice is just around the corner, and we’re throwing a cozy celebration to welcome the season! Join us for an evening of warmth, laughter, and great company as we gather to celebrate the longest night of the year.
BC Humanists Push for Fair Property Tax Rules
The BC Humanist Association is pushing cities to review property tax exemptions for religious and private organizations. Read the latest CTV coverage and take action to make sure public funds serve the public good.
Pseudoscience in Medical Journals
The recent publication in a respected journal raises serious concerns about the endorsement of homeopathy in rheumatological treatments. Explore the implications of this troubling review.
Have you ever thought about a ‘Good Death’?
As part of the Nonreligion in a Complex Future project, the University of Ottawa is conducting a survey that explores perspectives and experiences on death and dying. If you have experienced the death of someone close to you in the past 12 months, please consider completing this brief online survey.
Astronomers Capture Solar Ejection Beyond Our Sun
Astronomers have observed a Coronal Mass Ejection from a red dwarf star, shedding light on stellar behaviour and its potential effects on nearby planets.
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