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Why Smart People Use the Scientific Method to Solve Everyday Problems

Humanity’s quest for knowledge is our most striking feature. No other animal asks why or how things work, but humans aren’t content to enjoy the … Read more

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Freelance Writers Losing Jobs to AI – Who Will Be Next?

As AI writing bots like Chatgpt continue to improve, freelance writers are finding themselves out of work. Companies would rather pump out free, subpar content … Read more

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We Can’t Believe So Many People Still Think these “Facts” Are True

We often do things because we learn from our parents and grandparents that it’s true. Our outdated facts get replaced by scientific reason, but often … Read more

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We Take these Modern Miracles for Granted but They Would Astonish People from Two Centuries Ago

Technology made almost everything easier, safer, and more effective than a century ago. Sometimes, we take the modern conveniences we enjoy for granted. Here are … Read more

Crucial Skills that Will Remain in Demand in an Uncertain Future

Advancements in technology and artificial intelligence will disrupt the job market. It’s not a matter of if but of when. Changing Work Landscape Some jobs … Read more

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25 Famous Scientists Whose Discoveries and Influence Changed the World

Science changed the world. Humanity crawled out of caves and built massive cities, solved seemingly insolvable problems, and developed new ways of thinking. These famous … Read more

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Smartphone Secrets: 10 Cool Hacks You Didn’t Even Know Existed

We love our phones. But did you know there’s far more functionality than texting and scrolling social media? Here are the most extraordinary things your … Read more

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When Truth is More Terrifying than Fiction: Horrifying Facts To Keep You Up At Night

The world is truly a scary place. We ignore many weird, terrifying things out there because we’d be in a constant state of panic if … Read more

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Compelling Evidence That We’re Actually Living in a Simulation

Is the Matrix real? The conspiracy theory that we’re living in a simulation has been gaining steam since the iconic film hit theaters over 20 … Read more

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Dead Internet Theory is Real and Happening Right Now. Can We Stop It?

In a dystopian future, the internet as we know it will cease to exist. Massive corporations, using their power and influence to gatekeep information in … Read more