One of the most reliable sources of philosophical nonsense is the idea that somewhere floating in the heavens just out of view is a pristine set of universal rules for objective moral truth.

Now go, attack the Amalekites and totally destroy all that belongs to them. Do not spare them; put to death men and women, children and infants, cattle and sheep, camels and donkeys.’”

Shrinking audiences and soaring budgets—not politics—help explain why two iconic sci-fi franchises now face an uncertain future.

You've probably seen the terms agnosticism and atheism in discussions of faith. Even if you know the basic meanings there is some nuance you may not yet realize