Darwin’s Finches Are Nearing Extinction

Last December, a study by a research team at the University of Utah concluded that one of the most common species of Darwin’s finch,... Read More
All’s Fair in Love and War, Says Evolution

When I highlighted some great scientific accomplishments in genetics and macroevolution last year in celebration of Darwin Day, I quoted University of California biologist... Read More
Darwin Day Revelation: Evolution, Not Religion, is the Source of Morality

As the world celebrates another Darwin Day, much of humanity still refuses to accept evolution. Creationists pretend that their argument is with science. Their... Read More
Legislation Marking Darwin Day Honors Scientists and Skeptics

As the American Humanist Association’s legislative associate and lobbyist, I spend my time presenting the humanist community’s opinion to Congress on a wide array... Read More
Where to Get Birthday Cake on Darwin Day: Humanist Chapter Events in Your Area

Last year we highlighted some of the events that AHA chapters and local groups held in celebration of Darwin Day. The American Humanist Association... Read More
Wearing Darwin’s Beard

After days of playing outside, my mom curiously wondered why I was so quietly content with my Strawberry Shortcake pail. I would return to... Read More
Year 2016 and Congress Still Not Serious About Science

Darwin Day, an observance held annually on February 12, Charles Darwin’s birthday, is fast approaching. Scientists and secularists alike are getting ready to celebrate.... Read More
Stand in Awe of This 30-Foot-Long Prehistoric Crocodile!

Many humanists dedicate tireless energy and time to advancing quality science education in our public schools. With the religious right attempting to remove the... Read More
Darwin Day Resolution Reintroduced in Congress by Rep. Jim Himes

US Representative Jim Himes (CT-04) introduced the Darwin Day Resolution, US House Resolution 548, in anticipation of Charles Darwin’s 207th birthday on February 12,... Read More
Happy Darwin Day!

According to Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection, species change gradually over long periods of time until eventually a new species is... Read More