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Science has made remarkable progress in answering the profound question of where humans, life, and the Universe come from, tracing origins from the Big Bang through cosmic evolution to biological life on Earth.

Why it matters: Understanding our origins connects biology, chemistry, physics, and cosmology, enriching our comprehension of existence.

The big picture: The Universe began with the Big Bang, followed by star formation, element creation, planetary systems, and life’s emergence on Earth.

Stunning stat: Life’s oldest evidence dates back at least 3.8 billion years, shortly after Earth’s formation 4.56 billion years ago.

Commenters say: They appreciate the article’s comprehensive scope and note life’s evolution depends on physical constraints; some wonder about the absence of extraterrestrial intelligence evidence.