Why procrastination isn’t laziness – it’s rigid thinking that your brain can unlearn
Most of us have experienced it: a deadline approaches, the task is perfectly doable, yet…
How my time-space synaesthesia affects how I experience and ‘feel’ the new year
I have a form of time–space synaesthesia, so the new year arrives for me in…
Social media amplifies the politics of feelings
Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City mayor has spurred global celebrations and pride. Scores…
why the house always wins in the long run
You’ve probably heard the phrase “the house always wins” when it comes to casino gambling.…
What to do if you fail at your new year resolution
Every year, many of us bravely announce our resolutions for the new year. A glass…
From living buildings to multitasking home robots, here’s how science is reimagining 2026
As science continues to push boundaries, the coming years could surprise us with self‑healing cities,…
AI agents arrived in 2025 – here’s what happened and the challenges ahead in 2026
In artificial intelligence, 2025 marked a decisive shift. Systems once confined to research labs and…
What actually is fire? A physicist explains
Fire is an ancient technology that has helped shape human evolution. Our ancestors used fire…
The ethics of using location tracking technology with people living with dementia
Imagine you’re 83 years old, living with dementia in a long-term care home. Lately, your…
How Ukrainians have used memes to counter Russia’s propaganda machine
As Russian tanks rolled towards Kyiv in February 2022, a quick Russian victory seemed assured.…