Prosociality - acting to benefit others without expecting anything in return – is fundamental to human nature. Such behaviour fosters social cohesion, cooperation, and interpersonal trust. This ...

The ways people interact with and view nature speak volumes as to how Earth is treated, and the severity of environmental concerns rising makes what shapes people's view of nature a pertinent topic.

“What are you being so mean for, miss?” asks Humphrey Bogart’s character in “The African Queen.” “A man takes a drop too much once in a while, it’s only human nature.” Katharine Hepburn’s character ...

Nature has a way of crafting designs that outshine our most advanced engineering. These remarkable creations have evolved over millions of years, showcasing efficiency and beauty that even the best ...

The Origins of Politics: How Evolution and Ideology Shape the Fate of Nations, by Nicholas Wade (HarperCollins, 256 pp., $32.00) No matter how he lands on one’s radar, Wade is worth reading. His ...