Category: Evolution
Confusing Evidence for Common Ancestry with Evidence for Random Mutation and Natural Selection
The debate over evolution and intelligent design can be confusing because some keys terms in the discussion are ambiguous.
Another Bogus Claim of “Novel Function Arising Through Mutation and Selection”
If by “novel function” Dennis Venema means “loss of function,” then perhaps he is correct.
Inconsistent Nature: The Enigma of Life’s Stupendous Prodigality
Nature’s prodigality is deeply puzzling, for every seemingly plausible law of biology that might account for it proves, almost whimsically, to be contradicted by numerous countervailing examples.
NCSE’s Eugenie Scott Reassures Scotland: There’s No Scientific Controversy on Evolution or Climate Change
There was little scientific substance in the presentation, particularly on the subject of evolution. Instead, Dr. Scott attempted to draw parallels between the political strategies employed by Darwin skeptics (whom she seems to think are all creationists) and Climate Change skeptics (whom she pejoratively labeled “deniers”).
Another One Bites the Dust?
If you think Darwin’s theory of evolution is as secure as Einstein’s theory of special relativity, well…maybe you’re right.