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The harm caused by dehumanising language
informed Summary
- Dehumanising language, such as referring to others as "animals" or "beasts", can accompany violent behaviour and increase people's willingness to endorse harm, according to research. This is evident in the current conflict in Israel and Gaza, where this kind of language has been used by both sides.
Culture7 min read - BBC Future
Foresight: The mental talent that shaped the world
Editor's Note
Once we acquired the ability to imagine our future, it "changed the trajectory of our species" explains The BBC. This article explores the phenomenon of foresight.
Science10 min read - BBC Future
The viruses that helped to make you human
Editor's Note
Did you know that throughout history viruses have played a large part in human gene evolution? Around a tenth of the human genome comes from viruses. The BBC takes a closer look at this phenomenon.
Science10 min read - BBC Future
What will replace the International Space Station?
Editor's Note
The BBC looks at how the decommissioning of the International Space Station in 2031 is not an end, but a new beginning for lunar and Mars missions in the realm of space exploration.
Science6 min read - BBC Future
Will we ever... hibernate in space?
Editor's Note
Researchers are exploring the benefits and costs of human hibernation in space, reports the BBC. Astronauts travelling through space often face an array of both physical and mental health challenges.
Science7 min read - BBC Future
The puzzle of Neanderthal culture
Editor's Note
Understanding the minds of Neanderthals is one of archaeology’s biggest challenges. But new discoveries that shed light on how they lived suggest they may not have been so different from humans.
Science15 min read - BBC Future
Are protein powders bad for you?
Editor's Note
For many, protein powder supplements are a regular part of their everyday diet. Does taking such supplements increase health risks? The BBC takes a closer look at the pros and cons the powder.
Health7 min read - BBC Future
Do disruptive climate protests work?
Editor's Note
Do disruptive protests help or hinder the global climate agenda? The BBC looks closely at the evidence behind protests as a force for change when it comes to climate action.
Climate6 min read - BBC Future
What dining in the dark does to your tastebuds
Editor's Note
Would you consider dining in the dark? This article from the BBC might tempt you. The author recounts how months after their blind dining experience, they would reflect on the sensations experienced.
Science6 min read - BBC Future
How mobile phones have changed our brains
Editor's Note
We are all probably a little guilty of spending too much time on our phones. What impact does this have on us? The BBC dives into research which explains how it alters our brains.
Science6 min read - BBC Future
Is friendship as beneficial as love?
Editor's Note
The BBC takes a closer look at the at the many health benefits that come with having friendships, from lower blood pressure to longer life spans.
Health8 min read - BBC Future
How pollution is causing a male fertility crisis
Editor's Note
We are in the midst of a male fertility crisis. However, due to social and cultural taboos the issue is discussed far less than female infertility. The BBC takes a closer look at the science.
Health7 min read - BBC Future
Hollywood's most misogynistic cliché
Editor's Note
It is no secret that Hollywood faces a number of issues when it comes to systemic sexism. The BBC takes a closer look at one particular narrative which is prevalent in film.
Culture8 min read - BBC Future
How the Moon is making days longer on Earth
Editor's Note
Did you know that every year the moon moves 1.5 inches away from Earth? The movement of the moon impacts the ocean's tides, which in turn impacts the length of our days, explains the BBC.
Science6 min read - BBC Future
The search for the world's 'missing' genomes
Editor's Note
Variations in the human genome can have an impact on how certain people respond to medical treatments, reports the BBC. Such variations can have profound and far reaching consequences for our health.
Science13 min read - BBC Future
The toxic legacy of the Ukraine war
Editor's Note
Globally, the war in Ukraine has had devastating impacts. The BBC highlights one that many of us haven't thought of: The environmental damage being done as a result of the fighting.
Climate12 min read - BBC Future
Will we ever be able to predict earthquakes?
Editor's Note
Over 36,000 people lost their lives in the earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria last week. The BBC takes a closer look at the current tools used for predicting earthquakes and how successful they are.
Science7 min read - BBC Future
How to build a tear-apart city
Editor's Note
Construction is the world's largest consumer of materials, with new buildings causing 5% of annual greenhouse gas emissions. BBC Future looks at how architects could incorporate recycling principles.
World Affairs9 min read - BBC Future
Why the world feels so unstable right now
Editor's Note
For most people, life tends to run smoothly and predictably most of the time. But then, seemingly out of nowhere, our world is turned upside down. Can we predict these periods or even prevent them?
Science10 min read - BBC Future
Five ways to be calm – and why it matters
Editor's Note
Calmness is often something omitted from busy, metropolitan lives many of us lead. The BBC weighs in on the importance of being calm through a cultural lens.
Culture8 min read
