Opinion

Until AI algorithms understand what words mean, they won’t be reliable for important decisions—especially those with money on the line

Your vote matters. But so does your involvement in civic actions

A dishonest creationist debating tactic shouldn’t go unchallenged in American life. Or in national politics

Prevention is key to health and wellness. Don’t wait too late to have these simple, essential medical devices on hand

Misconceptions that eating disorders mostly afflict white, affluent, young females have led to disparities in the treatment of these deadly diseases

Congress appears interested in passing mining legislation. But bills that would expand access to hard-rock minerals across the U.S. ignore supply chain standards and environmental consequences

Do you think you are too young to get screened for cancer? Think again. It might save your life

Researchers wish to probe whether consciousness has a basis in quantum mechanical phenomena

Opioid use disorder treatment needs to take into account evolving cannabis policies, to help give people the best chances of recovery

A politicized review into transgender medicine in the National Health Service has upended lives in the U.K.—and threatens to spread harm across the globe

By canceling congestion pricing for drivers in New York City, the governor of New York State will hurt many retirees, who need the mass transport investments the move promised

A play celebrates the agreement that opened nations worldwide to accepting the science of climate change