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The 'me' illusion: How your brain conjures up your sense of self

5 September 2018

Self-awareness isn't the pinnacle of consciousness - it's just an accidental byproduct of evolution, and a figment of our minds

Elk gamble with their lives in spring to win a mate in autumn

3 September 2018

Elk who shed antlers early have more time to grow a large new pair for the autumn mating season – but early shedding makes them more likely to be eaten by wolves

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The 'me' illusion: How your brain conjures up your sense of self

Elk gamble with their lives in spring to win a mate in autumn

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