A Little Happier: Is There Anything Special About Human Beings?
Mar 09, 2026•4 min
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Is there anything special about human beings? A long list of characteristics—some obvious, some surprising—sets humans apart from other creatures. (Who knew that having a chin was so unusual?)
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