Evolutionary selection versus evolutionary selection
Evolutionary biologist Edward O. Wilson envisions two stages of selection – at the level of individuals and groups. At the individual level, those who can be aggressive and reckless are…
The fate of Ukrainian heroes
I urged President Putin to spare the lives of thousands of Ukrainian soldiers who are surrounded, defenseless and in a very bad position, ” President Trump said publicly. Given the…
On humanities
Letter from a reader: ‘Thank you very much for your thought-provoking glosses. I find them very inspiring. I have one question for you. You repeatedly write about the need to…
Of a split mind
We would like to live happy lives. Long ones if possible. We would like to experience joy. We would like to be surrounded by friendly people. We might run into…
About the invincibility of blackboards
That smartphones and other smart devices, including smartwatches, are harmful to brains, and especially to children’s brains, is already in the public domain and few dispute it. There is also…
