How Long Can Palantir’s Monopoly Last?
After another meteoric year, the U.S. data software giant’s dominance could be tested by growing competition and scrutiny.
“The Intricate Connection of Birdsongs to Human Language”
Listening to birds benefits our mental health, leading to less stress and paranoia.
Wildfires aren’t just a threat to people—they’re killing off Earth’s biodiversity
Cataclysmic wildfires have increased in intensity and frequency due to climate change.
The aerodynamics of velvet: What owls can teach humans
Owl physiology can help advance technology to address noise pollution—and maybe even help the deaf hear. By Jackie Higgins / Independent Media Institute To the ancient Greeks, the owl symbolized wisdom, but the Romans saw it as an evil omen….









