~aeon | Bookmarks (104)

It was thought that science could tell us about the origins of the Universe. Today that great endeavour is in serious doubt - by Daniel Linford Read at Aeon

In creating anonymous summaries, AI flattens out all the fascinating architecture of thought that makes the internet hum - by Collin Jennings Read at Aeon

‘Tiny problems become big ones when tigers are involved’: the day a young (and reckless) animal keeper danced with death - by Aeon Video Watch at Aeon

How San Francisco’s free rides system can help us understand anarchist theory and the work of the late, great James C Scott - by Reyko Huang Read at Aeon

China does not allow assisted reproduction for unmarried women. So now they travel to the US for egg-freezing treatments - by Aeon Video Watch at Aeon

In a changing climate, the instinct is to save everything you can. But maybe letting go is braver – and better for the future? - by Dan Hancox Read at Aeon

When he saw colours, Kandinsky heard music. Exploring the role of synaesthesia in his increasing move towards abstraction - by Aeon Video Watch at Aeon

Why did Julian S Huxley, first director of the UN agency, think eugenics held the key to a more evolved, harmonious world? - by Stefan Bernhardt-Radu Read at Aeon