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Convergent evolution on alien worlds

Science Fiction often shows us aliens who look much like humans, and suggest this is a result of convergent evolution to useful traits. But is such convergence to the human form or mind likely with ...
Fayetteville promoter Roger Barrett of On the Map on Wednesday announced that Cut Worms will perform at George's on Thursday, ...
Artificial intelligence systems that look nothing alike on the surface are starting to behave as if they share a common ...
The introduction of Venom into the animated series marks a significant milestone in the Spider-Man franchise. Previously, the show successfully showcased Norman Osborn and Doctor Octopus as formidable ...
Hundreds of protesters have been killed; Trump is threatening military action; and at least one Iranian official has brushed ...
Attempts to export Western Enlightenment have failed, with ideology rooted in deep historical conditions that cannot simply ...
Banditry in Northern Nigeria is neither monolithic nor reducible to a single narrative of grievance. Nigeria is once again trapped in a familiar and dangerous cycle: confronting a grave national ...