Evolution

What If Cats Had Thumbs?

What If Cats Had Thumbs?

• 6 min read

They'd open doors, open tins, and absolutely never share. World domination within a generation — and they wouldn't even pretend to be grateful.

What If Dinosaurs Never Went Extinct?

What If Dinosaurs Never Went Extinct?

• 7 min read

Mammals would stay mouse-sized, primates would never evolve, and the smartest creature on Earth might have scales.

What If Humans Could Photosynthesize?

What If Humans Could Photosynthesize?

• 6 min read

Green-skinned, sun-hungry humans who never need breakfast. How much energy would we actually get, and would it change civilisation?

What If Humans Had Tails?

What If Humans Had Tails?

• 6 min read

Chairs would be a nightmare, trousers would need a rethink, and job interviews would never be the same again.