New Microbe Found in Space
A new microbe discovered on China’s Tiangong space station may have adapted to survive in space, challenging our views on life beyond Earth.
Telepathy Tapes: The Pseudoscience Exposed
Janyce Boynton critiques the pseudoscience of facilitated communication, exposing its reliance on magical thinking and special pleading. This discussion highlights the dangers of misleading claims and the importance of scientific rigor.
Personalized Medicine Takes a Leap
A groundbreaking case report reveals a new personalized CRISPR gene editing therapy that could transform the treatment of rare genetic conditions.
Powering the Future Wirelessly
Wireless power transmission is taking a significant step forward, moving from experimental setups to real-world applications. DARPA recently demonstrated an impressive 800-watt transmission that broke the distance record for optical energy transfer.
Voyager 1 Thrusters Come Back
NASA has successfully revived thrusters on Voyager 1, a nearly 50-year-old spacecraft, showcasing remarkable ingenuity and extending its mission in space exploration.
Machines Targeting Individuals
Recent research shows that large language models (LLMs) are outperforming humans in online debates by effectively using personal information about their opponents.
Texting vs. Talking: Why In-Person Matters More Than Ever
Explore how teens are shifting from texting to in-person connections, and why it’s essential for parents to engage in these conversations about privacy and communication.
Trust: The Backbone of Society
Trust is vital for society’s function, especially in institutions like healthcare. Understanding its role can help us build stronger relationships and ensure accountability.
Watch Seth Andrews on WeCanReason 2025
In our critical cultural moment, protest is patriotism. Yet is there any reason to hope that democracy and decency might still prevail?
Is AI Dumbing Down Science?
A new report warns that the quality of scientific research is threatened by low-quality AI-generated papers, raising concerns about the future of knowledge in academia.