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The great silence: why haven’t we found any aliens yet?

The great silence: why haven’t we found any aliens yet?

Aug 12, 2026 | Science

Given the size and age of the universe, it should be full of species with technology far more advanced than our own. So where are they?
‘An equal and habitable world is possible’: a planetary vision

‘An equal and habitable world is possible’: a planetary vision

Jun 4, 2026 | News, Politics & Human Rights

Humanity can raise living standards, reduce inequality, and keep global heating within 2C. Bold policy proposals include sharp reductions in working hours, a change in diets, and a shift from materially intense industries to education and health.
Our tech overlords are planning for a ‘transhuman’ future

Our tech overlords are planning for a ‘transhuman’ future

May 31, 2026 | Politics & Human Rights, Science

A new belief set is uniting some of the wealthiest men in the world around a ‘transhuman’ future. It would be a mistake to understand these weird worldviews as an ultimately harmless take by techies who grew up on a diet of dystopian science fiction.
Why apes are more like us than we ever thought

Why apes are more like us than we ever thought

Apr 23, 2026 | Science

A series of stunning findings about great apes’ mental capabilities in recent years has transformed how we see our closest relatives.
How our rampant greed for oil is causing mayhem

How our rampant greed for oil is causing mayhem

Mar 19, 2026 | Opinion, Politics & Human Rights

Oil has empowered capitalism and some of the world’s most exploitative regimes, says George Monbiot. Move away from it and we can solve some of the key issues we face,
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