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Why Is Global IQ Declining?

Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about the apparent decline in global IQ, especially in developed countries, with recent studies supporting this trend. Furthermore, it seems many would agree there’s a pervasive sense that,...
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What Was Life Like 10000 Years Ago?

We often say that life was much simpler in historic times. And while that might be true in some ways, realistically, people led much tougher lives than we do today. Namely, 10000 years ago was...
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Is Universe Rebooting Itself?

We know many things about the universe, yet we (most likely) don't know 99% of what is really happening. Every couple of years, we develop new theories about the end of the universe or how it is...
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Did Consciousness Came Before Life?

Consciousness. It’s a word we all know, but when you stop and think about it, what does it really mean? The ability to be aware of ourselves, to think, to feel—these are things we often...
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What Is The Smallest Thing In The Universe?

The universe is enormous. And there are so many mysteries out there. We actually don't have any clue about 99% percent of what is happening out there. We can see some of the biggest celestial...
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Where Did All Matter Come From?

The origin of matter is really a perplexing subject. Where did it all come from? How did the universe come into existence? These are the questions that still can't be answered completely. However, with the...
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What Are We Really Doing On Earth?

Have you ever deeply wondered about the meaning of our existence on this planet? Does there even exist any meaning to our existence? Do we have a destiny to accomplish something greater? But what...
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What Will Humans Look Like In 1 Million Years?

Most certainly, in 1 million years humans will look differently than today. That is – of course if we will still be alive as a species. As we’ve written in our articles about the future...
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What Will Happen In 2030? A Look Into The Future!

By 2030, the world will most certainly have undergone significant changes, both in terms of technology and culture. Namely, the rapid advancement of technology will make its biggest gains in the last 20 years. So let’s...
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When And How Will Humans Go Extinct?

Humans, despite significant advancements, face numerous potential extinction possibilities, including natural disasters, diseases, and wars.