Science

Covid contrarianism was an epic failure that should never be forgotten
By Matthew Sheffield
An ancient Greek philosophical tradition is surprisingly relevant in today’s world of instant information
By Matthew Sheffield
Philosopher Richard Bett discusses how many internet ‘skeptics’ are doing the exact opposite of what they think
Right-wing media’s lies about Covid shots are making Republicans more skeptical of other vaccines
By Matthew Sheffield
Biden signs executive order on environmental justice while supporting controversial pipeline
By Julia Conley
If misinformation spreads similarly to viruses, can treatments for it be developed?
By Christie Aschwanden
‘Lights are flashing red’: study finds 69% average drop in animal populations since 1970
By Jake Johnson
‘Hidden killer’: Experts urge action after study shows how air pollution causes lung cancer
By Jessica Corbett
Melting of Greenland ice sheet poised to trigger almost a foot of sea-level rise: Study
By Kenny Stancil
Heatwaves rated ‘extremely dangerous’ could triple this century, warns new climate study
By Brett Wilkins