Ed's writing causes end of civilisation?

Discover the latest New Scientist feature article exploring the collapse of civilisation and its implications. Click to learn more!

ByEd Yong

I'm amused to learn that last week, New Scientist published a feature article of mine for the first time and this week, the magazine's cover proclaims the collapse of civilisation. Coincidence? You decide...

Thanks to my father-in-law for the keen observation :-p

Ed Yong
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