Professor Bruce Hood argues that the 'self' is merely a brain-generated construct. He explains how the brain creates this

Professor Bruce Hood argues that the 'self' is merely a brain-generated construct. He explains how the brain creates this "character" to weave our internal processes and experiences into a coherent narrative.

This insightful discussion was published by The RSA on June 5, 2013.

Josh Wharton, an accomplished alpinist, faces new challenges from fatherhood and a warming climate. When he and Vince Anderson attempt Peru's Jirishanca via the 2003 Italian route, they confront

Josh Wharton, an accomplished alpinist, faces new challenges from fatherhood and a warming climate. When he and Vince Anderson attempt Peru's Jirishanca via the 2003 Italian route, they confront unprecedented risks. Discover their story, with photos by Drew Smith, originally published in the Spring 2023 Patagonia Journal.

Read the full ascent story: patagonia.com/stories/jirishanca

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Bruce, a kea parrot native to New Zealand, lost his upper beak at a young age. Despite this, he has become the dominant alpha male of his community, known as a "circus," exhibiting unique preening

Bruce, a kea parrot native to New Zealand, lost his upper beak at a young age. Despite this, he has become the dominant alpha male of his community, known as a "circus," exhibiting unique preening and fighting skills.

A study in *Current Biology* (Grabham et al., 2026) suggests Bruce achieved his alpha status by winning all 36 interactions. He also displayed low stress hormone levels, received priority access to food, and was uniquely assisted with preening. This research highlights his resilience and unique abilities. (Source: Ars Technica, Current Biology)