Occam's razor—the principle that when faced with competing explanations, we should choose the simplest that fits the facts—is not just a tool of science. Occam's razor is science, insists a renowned ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts.

The NASA Apollo missions returned 2,200 samples—totaling 382kg of lunar soil and rocks. Tests revealed no sign of water and it was concluded that the moon must be completely dry. Fast forward 40 years ...