Life
Don’t believe in belief
We trust leaders who speak with conviction – but statements of belief need to be backed by evidence and argument
Opinion
Life
Should we thank god for civilisation?
Opinion
Jungle festivals led to first Maya cities
News
Jungle festivals led to first Maya cities
News
Environment
E. O. Wilson: Religious faith is dragging us down
Opinion
Earth
Pope’s impending call for climate action is refreshing
Opinion
In our world beyond nations, the future is medieval
Opinion
Health
Blaming Ebola on God’s wrath is worse than you think
Opinion
Life
Earth’s backup: Sending religious texts to the moon
News
Humans
Losing our religion: Your guide to a godless future
The human mind is primed to believe in god, so why are so many people abandoning religion – and should we be worried about living in an atheist world?
Features
Life
God not-botherers: Religious apathy reigns
Opinion
Life
Shroud of Turin depicts Y-shaped crucifixion
News
Physics
Medieval multiverse heralded modern cosmic conundrums
News
Humans
Cure for love: Should people be able to marry robots?
Opinion