Monday, March 11, 2013

Russians now say new Antarctica bacteria actually contamination - Science

Russians now say new Antarctica bacteria actually contamination - Science

This is why I respect science, it corrects itself. Many people point to changes as a flaw, but it's actually one of the beauties.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

Have scientists discovered reversible evolution? | Science Recorder

Have scientists discovered reversible evolution? | Science Recorder

I'm not a scientist, so I am wondering what I'm missing here.  How exactly is this reverse evolution? It's not taking away anything that happened before, simply adding another layer. If they evolved into parasites because it was advantageous at the time, how come they could not continue to evolve and end up becoming a free-living organism again when that path was advantageous?

Papp warns wrongdoers: ‘Not in my Coast Guard’ - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Papp warns wrongdoers: ‘Not in my Coast Guard’ - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Atheism: myths and questions - The Yorker

Atheism: myths and questions - The Yorker
There are some interesting points here to help clarify points and clear up misconceptions about atheism.