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Just over a month ago I attended a debate (at Bristol Festival of Ideas) between Howard Marks, the man who at one point was the world’s most prolific cannabis dealer – […]
The universe is filled with unlikely events, but it is also full of ways to fool ourselves.
Quibi was so focused on foresight they forgot the basics of hindsight.
The true story of the shot that "reverberated through England" when science collided head-on with religion.
Discover how Quantum Bayesianism challenges traditional quantum mechanics by focusing on the role of the observer in creating quantum reality.
The "Clovis First" hypothesis for human settlement of North and South America has just been debunked. Where do we go from here?
Tens of millions of Americans consume cannabis regularly. They're likely ingesting high levels of toxins. Only the federal government has the power and the resources to protect them.
Bernie Sanders reveals an even bigger plan than Elizabeth Warren, but does it go too far?
Flat Earth theory has enjoyed staying power since at least the 19th century despite being patently untrue. Neil deGrasse Tyson, the late Carl Sagan, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and other big thinkers will show you how to disprove this bad idea, all without having to take a journey into space.
As marijuana grows more acceptable in the US, fringe groups and experts are beginning to consider its role in the Christian faith. Could cannabis oil have helped Jesus perform miracles?
Studies have shown that cannabidiol (CBD) can help with epilepsy, heart disease, diabetes, and even schizophrenia.
From “Border Walls” to “Anchor Babies,” the immigration debate heats up every American presidential election. An art instillation challenges the cruelty of much of that rhetoric and questions the very idea of borders.
The selfie has become part of our culture of sharing. But should some things, like the ballot, remain private?
To take an idea and put it into Earth’s orbit requires the dedication of an incredible amount of time, energy, and resources to not only the payload itself, but also […]
A German court has effectively criminalized male circumcision, and while the ruling is not binding on any other body, debate over religious and individual freedom has erupted.
The battle over Bisphenol A (BPA) rages on, and continues to teach lessons far beyond the particulars of the issue itself. Environmentalists argue that BPA (the supposedly dangerous chemical […]
Budding public intellectual and critic of foreign aid, Dambisa Moyo says the promises of globalization have not been realized. The Independent interviews the economist.
Experts and Big Think writers recommend their favorite reads for diving deeper into the history and perspectives found in the Book of Books.
Dreams of resurrecting lost species didn’t start in Hollywood or Silicon Valley.
Today's pseudoscience-ridden wellness industry owes a great debt to its forefathers.
The cognitive scientist argues the current AI environment is failing us as consumers and a society. But it’s not too late to change course.
Playing the long game in Japan is about creating something so enduring that it becomes timeless.
Will "Sausage Party" survive the test of time?
While the concept stretches back centuries, it has garnered significant attention in recent decades.
Britain is profiling the genes, health and lifestyles of its citizens and handing the results to scientists across the world.
Slack’s recent radical upskilling booster week highlighted the urgent need for new approaches to L&D: here are some of the most groundbreaking.
Rejecting romanticism, these famous paintings depict war as it really is: sadistic and senseless.
Was the terror of Biscayne Bay a man who escaped slavery, an African chieftain, or a marketing ploy that went viral?
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a medieval airship!
The carnival spirit was in full swing when the priests got wasted and made indecent gestures while dressed like pimps.