Evolution | The story of man | Economist.com

Evolution | The story of man | Economist.com: "IN THOSE parts of the planet that might once have been described as “Christendom”, this week marks the season of peace on Earth and goodwill towards men. A nice idea in a world more usually thought of as seasoned by the survival of the fittest. But goodwill and collaboration are as much part of the human condition as ill-will and competition. And that was a puzzle to 19th-century disciples of Charles Darwin, such as Herbert Spencer."

DNA Offers New Insight Concerning Cat Evolution - New York Times

DNA Offers New Insight Concerning Cat Evolution - New York Times: "Researchers have gained a major insight into the evolution of cats by showing how they migrated to new continents and developed new species as sea levels rose and fell."

Rocky Mountain News: News

Rocky Mountain News: News: "DOVER, Pa. (AP) -- Dover's much-maligned school policy of presenting 'intelligent design' as an alternative to evolution was officially relegated to the history books Tuesday night.

On a voice vote, and with no discussion beforehand, the newly elected Dover Area School Board unanimously rescinded the policy. Two weeks earlier, a judge ruled the policy unconstitutional."