Opinion

NBC's "The Good Place" cast during the Aug. 2, 2016. press appearance (left to right): William Jackson Harper, Ted Danson, D'Arcy Carden, Kristen Bell, Jameela Jamil, Manny Jacinto.

The Good Psychology In 'The Good Place'

by Tania Lombrozo

Despite my skepticism at the outset, for a light and amusing TV sitcom "The Good Place" does a pretty good job with philosophy — and a pretty good job with human psychology, too, says Tania Lombrozo.
Exhibition and sale of weapons.

What Influences Attitudes Toward Gun Control Reform?

by Tania Lombrozo

People see the causes of mass shootings differently, depending on whether they own guns. Those who don't own guns often blame such incidents on the widespread availability of guns — but owners do not.
Mosaic consisting of the shape of the head.

How To Make AI The Best Thing To Happen To Us

by Max Tegmark

We can thrive with AI if we win the race between the growing power of our technology and the wisdom with which we manage it, but we must ditch the idea of learning from our mistakes, says Max Tegmark.