For Nietzsche, a great work of art can either veil the horror of reality or – better yet – help us face it.
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Better cognitive control over our decisions can stave off disappointment in our actions.
Modern robotics are creating a kind of cultural paradox, where the best religion is the one that eventually involves no humans at all.
Humanity is in trouble. Here’s how aliens could help.
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We know sleep is more important than aimlessly scrolling on social media or checking our email for the 50th time. So, why do we do it?
This century alone has already had a couple of Onesdays (1/11/11 and 11/11/11).
The answer to this question depends on how you define “freedom.”
Don’t let your reptile brain tell you what to do.
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