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This pioneering economist says our obsession with growth must end

This pioneering economist says our obsession with growth must end

“It’s a false assumption,” argues Herman Daly, “to say that growth is increasing the standard of living in the present world.”
A sci-fi visionary thinks greed might be the thing that saves us

A sci-fi visionary thinks greed might be the thing that saves us

“Am I dipping into the spiritual realm and the infinite game of life? Damn right I am.”
Yuval Noah Harari believes this simple story can save the planet

Yuval Noah Harari believes this simple story can save the planet

“We need to stay away from the apocalyptic thinking that it’s too late and the world is ending and move toward a more practical thing: 2 percent of the budget.”
Tom Whyman: How can I justify bringing new life into this terrible world?
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Tom Whyman: How can I justify bringing new life into this terrible world?

In a time of COVID-19, climate change and catastrophe, having a baby is an act of radical hope.

The US comes one step closer to producing commercial fusion power
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The US comes one step closer to producing commercial fusion power

A near 200-page report outlines steps that the US should take. But is fusion the answer to the energy crisis?
Omnicide: Who is responsible for the gravest of all crimes?
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Omnicide: Who is responsible for the gravest of all crimes?

What word shall we reach for to name what is happening? 'Ecocide', the killing of ecosystems, won't do. This is something more; this is the killing of everything. Omnicide.

Extinction Rebellion’s radical philosophy

Extinction Rebellion’s radical philosophy

“When it’s a fight for your life, you’re willing to throw down.”
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