Kelsey Piper
Contributing editor
Latest articles by Kelsey Piper
We might be better off funding scientific research by choosing projects at random. Here’s why.
The astronomical mysteries that have people wondering if we’re alone in the universe, explained.
A new book makes the case that alternatives to animal products can end the atrocities involved in farming animals.
The staff of Future Perfect forecasts the year ahead.
“Ag-gag laws,” explained.
A new report suggests that we expect big advances in software capabilities — and we’re nervous.
Research suggests the national preschool program reduces poverty.
Asteroids, gamma rays, and supervolcanoes are all exceptionally rare but could be catastrophic if they happened.
A ban on dog and cat meat, improved conditions for caged animals, and other notable developments in animal welfare
The farm bill also contains a couple of other modest wins for animals.
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