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Insights & StoriesFeatured
Finding Truth in an Age of Narratives: From China’s Media Doctrine to Your Personal Verification Stack
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrTruth, once a shared compass, has splintered into a thousand glowing screens. In Beijing, it is curated by …
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Science Unmasked
Human Ancestors Were Exposed to Lead Millions of Years Ago, and It Shaped Our Evolution
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhen we think of lead poisoning, most of us imagine modern human-made pollution, paint, old pipes, or exhaust …
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In ancient China, some monks were said to possess extraordinary powers — the ability to foresee events, heal …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
What Is Most Precious in Life: The Spider, the Dew, and the Awakening
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisPeople often wonder what is most precious in life. Some say it is what we cannot obtain; others, …
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Space
A U.S. Startup Plans to Deliver ‘Sunlight on Demand’ After Dark. Can It Work — and Would We Want It To?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesA proposed constellation of satellites has astronomers very worried. Unlike satellites that reflect sunlight and produce light pollution …
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Some people equate a sophisticated life with designer labels, lavish dinners, and glittering social circles. Yet no luxury …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
Li Ka-shing’s Advice to Parents: No Success Can Make Up for Failing Your Children
by Helen Londonby Helen LondonWe often equate success with wealth, titles, or recognition, believing that hard work will give our children a …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Diao Chan: The Woman of Beauty, Loyalty, and Filial Devotion
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisDiao Chan, celebrated as one of ancient China’s Four Great Beauties, has long been remembered for her breathtaking …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
A Tale of the Auspicious Burial Site: Tao Kan’s Lost Ox
by Helen Londonby Helen LondonAncient texts recount stories of abrupt twists of fate, as if reminding us that life’s fortunes can sometimes …