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In the oasis of his studio, Constantin Brâncuși revolutionized sculpture by drawing out the “being that is within matter”—the cosmic essence or spirit that exists underneath the surface.

Reflections

Wisdom Without a Country

An encounter with a famous sculpture by Constantin Brâncuși raises questions about family, nationalism, and belonging; the role and refuge of art; and whether a country can ever recover from authoritarianism.

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Stories

Human evolution violence - Whether we take the perspective that we evolved to be violent matters to our sense of ourselves. Are we born to be aggressive or peaceful?

Human Nature

Is Violence Embedded in Our DNA?

Some research suggests that throughout our evolution an innate tendency toward fighting shaped human anatomy. But anthropologists are sharply divided on the matter.

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Human fire use - Although researchers don’t agree on when humans first gained control over the use of fire, they do not dispute the fact that fire played an important role in shaping what it means to be human.

Unearthed

Uncovering Ancient Clues to Humanity’s First Fires

Kashmir Justice

Human Rights

Inside Kashmir—A Heroic Fight for Justice

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