The evolution of laziness: Why humans resist the gym
Human biology and behavior require integrated mechanistic, evolutionary, and cultural explanations to fully explain functions like immunity, movement, and cognition.
Anthropology marginalizes Black and brown scholars; Black Capitalists use capitalist tools to create collective thriving and redefine the discipline’s purpose.
Margaret Mead explains why the family was entering a brave new world in this 1959 film | Aeon Videos
Huston Smith discusses the family as a vital institution during Cold War tensions and technological change, interviewing Margaret Mead and Bertram Beck for their insights.
Scientists reveal what Neanderthals and Denisovans would look like
Dr April Noel, a palaeolithic archaeologist from the University of Victoria, told MailOnline: 'The idea that Neanderthals were hunched over, dim-witted individuals... is no longer tenable.'
A personal take on the cultural politics of collecting
Hicks critically examines the militaristic and colonial legacy within museum collections and public statues, challenging conventional perceptions of cultural artifacts.
A pope, a polymath and plucky women: Books in brief
Eva Dou's book highlights historical suspicions of foreign technology as tools for surveillance and colonialism, paralleling modern concerns over Huawei.
Pope Francis reflects on his life journey and the dual potential of artificial intelligence in his autobiography.
Julia Nicholson showcases pioneering female anthropologists who defied gender norms to contribute significantly to ethnographic studies.
Incredible tale of only man to sneak into Area 51 and get out alive
Freeman's unexpected encounter at Area 51 blurred the lines between anthropology and the unexplained. His findings raise questions about secrecy and the unknown.