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Science Unmasked
Dogs 10,000 Years Ago Roamed With Bands of Humans and Came in All Shapes and Sizes
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesFrom village dogs to toy poodles to mastiffs, dogs come in an astonishing array of shapes, colors, and …
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In ancient China, Wu Xun’s “begging to fund education” became a celebrated historical tale. Yet in Taiwan during …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
The Evolution of the Doctor-Patient Relationship Mirrors a Shift in the Human Heart
Throughout history, the relationship between doctors and patients has been more than a matter of medical skill — …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
The Man Who Dissected Mao’s Soul: Inside the Banned Book about Mao Zedong’s Moral Legacy
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrThe debate over Mao Zedong’s moral legacy is often reduced to statistics and political slogans; however, Lu Di’s …
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Science Unmasked
The Roman Empire Built 300,000 Kilometers of Roads: New Study
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAt its height, the Roman Empire covered some 5 million square kilometers and was home to around 60 …
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Science UnmaskedEditor's Pick
Hundreds of Genes Act Differently in the Brains of Men and Women
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesDifferences between men and women in intelligence and behavior have been proposed and disputed for decades. Now, a …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Mozi’s Wisdom and Courage: The Philosopher Who Stopped a War
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisMore than two thousand years ago, a single man’s conviction prevented a devastating war. His name was Mozi …
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Culture & Community
The Mark in the Machine: Deepfakes, AI, and the Crisis of Human Authenticity
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrFrom Revelation’s “mark of the beast” to blockchain ID and deepfake detection, humanity’s quest for verification becomes a …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Yunnan’s Miracle Hot Springs: Uncovering the Legend of the Tengchong Pregnancy Wells
by Emma Luby Emma LuNestled in the volcanic landscape of Tengchong in Yunnan, a pair of ancient hot springs is known for …