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The New Techno-Eschatology: AGI and Secular Religion

March 25, 2025 · 5 min read

Some techies today fear hell—not from a god, but from a computer.  Human beings have a habit of wrapping up big unknowns in familiar stories. Even in our high-tech, secular age, the quest to create Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) often comes with a kind of religious or end-of-the-world fervor. Some communities of self-described rationalists speak […]

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The New Techno-Eschatology: AGI and Secular Religion

Some techies today fear hell—not from a god, but from a computer.  Human beings have a habit of wrapping up big unknowns in familiar stories. Even in our high-tech, secular age, the quest to create Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) often comes with a kind of religious or end-of-the-world fervor. Some communities of self-described rationalists speak […]

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AI

The Rise of AI in Combating Wildlife Crime and Conservation Challenges

Wildlife conservation is at a pivotal moment, as technological advancements are gradually transforming the landscape of efforts to protect endangered species. Among these innovations, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changer, especially in the fight against wildlife poaching, illegal trade, and habitat destruction. AI’s Role in Monitoring and Protecting Wildlife AI technologies are revolutionizing […]

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Killer Whales and Dolphins: Unlikely Allies in the Hunt for Salmon

In an extraordinary display of cooperation, recent studies reveal that killer whales and dolphins are engaging in joint hunting expeditions, reshaping our understanding of interspecies collaboration in the animal kingdom. This unlikely alliance, observed near British Columbia, signifies a remarkable behavioral adaptation with profound implications for both species. Killer Whales and Dolphins: A Collaborative Effort […]

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Astronomy

Mars’ hills keep streaking in the dark—no water needed.

We thought water—turns out, it’s mostly wind. For years, many of us pictured thin films of briny water painting those long, dark lines down Martian hills. This new work flips that story. Think of a kitchen pan sprinkled with cocoa powder: nudge it, and a patch slides, revealing the shiny surface beneath. On Mars, it’s […]

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Meteorology

South Carolina’s Chemtrail Ban: When Law Tries to Command the Sky

A South Carolina Senate subcommittee recently voted to advance legislation that would ban so-called “chemtrails” across the state. The bill, Senate Bill 110, would make it illegal to release any substance into the atmosphere “with the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of sunlight.” Supporters argue the bill is necessary to stop […]

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Biology

The Global Rise of Ultra-Processed Foods

As our favorite broken clock RFK has said, the proliferation of ultra-processed foods across the globe is becoming a significant public health concern. New studies highlight the connection between these dietary staples and adverse health outcomes. Despite their convenience, the health risks associated with ultra-processed foods underscore the need for coordinated policy action to shift […]

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Biology

The Role of the Gut Microbiome in Shaping Our Personalities

In recent years, the gut microbiome has become a focal point for researchers studying human health and behavior. Emerging studies suggest that gut bacteria may play an influential role in shaping our personalities and emotional development. This revelation opens up new avenues for understanding how our mental and emotional traits are influenced by the trillions […]

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Biology

When Epilepsy Begins After 65?

Every minute, an older adult somewhere in the world experiences their first epileptic seizure. And according to new global data, these late-onset cases are rising far faster than we realized.But here’s the twist: this surge isn’t happening only in the places you might expect, and the reasons behind the rise stretch across biology, systems, and […]

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Environment

Shaping a City’s Ecological Future

Every year, fast-growing cities lose vital natural space without even noticing it. But a new study shows that a smarter design of ecological networks could reverse the damage—if cities act fast. That bold claim comes from fresh research in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA)—one of the most urbanized and economically powerful regions on […]

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Next Week in Science, December 11, 2025

We spend a wonderful few days in Qatar learning about the true globlal implications of implemenation science. You can read all about it over at our sister site. Here’s what we’re seeing in the news and the research Black Hole Eats Star: NASA Missions Discover Record-Setting Blast Scientists recently observed a gamma-ray burst (GRB) on […]

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