Reconnecting with the night sky and reining in light pollution
Writer Craig Childs biked from the brightest sky to the darkest in our Book Club pick “The Wild Dark.” Plus, the latest on light pollution.
How to poop better, according to a gastroenterologist
You probably shouldn’t spend time on your phone while you’re on the toilet, and other pooping tips from a gastroenterologist.
Why the magnolia is an ancient revolutionary
In “How Flowers Made Our World,” magnolia blossoms offer a glimpse into the evolutionary history and global takeover of flowering plants.
Fixing Society’s Toughest Problems? ‘It’s On You’
How did we come to think of society’s toughest problems as something for individuals to manage rather than governments to regulate?
Mating, Marriage, And Monogamy In The Age Of Apps
An evolutionary biologist weighs in on mating and dating in the age of apps. Is pair bonding passé? Is single the new married?
We’re All Being Played By Metrics
A new book explores what we lose when we’re always keeping score—at work, in life, even within ourselves. Can games help set us free?
What’s Lost When We Trade Play For Metrics And Optimization
For C. Thi Nguyen, rock climbing brought joy and satisfaction—until he started chasing scores and focusing on “leveling up.”
‘The Kissing Bug’ And The Story Of A Neglected Disease
Journalist Daisy Hernández chronicles the history of Chagas disease, also known as kissing bug disease, and how it changed her family’s story.
The Hidden Disease That Haunted A Family
Daisy Hernández’s journey to understand the history and devastating toll of Chagas disease began in her aunt’s hospital room.
2025’s Best Science Books For Kids
Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year’s best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life.