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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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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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News

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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Biology

When Weather Hits Predator–Prey Systems

A single cold snap can silence an entire hillside of insects in a matter of hours. But here’s the twist: the real danger isn’t the sudden drop in temperature—it’s what that shock does to the delicate choreography between predators and the invasive prey they’re meant to control. A new study in Scientific Reports digs deep […]

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Biology

Exploring the Limitless Potential of GLP-1 Drugs Beyond Weight Loss

A new category of medications known as GLP-1-based drugs has captured the medical community’s attention. These medications, predominantly used for weight management, have shown surprising secondary benefits beyond their intended purpose. The Power of GLP-1 Drugs GLP-1 drugs, such as semaglutide (marketed as Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro), initially gained popularity for their game-changing role in […]

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