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Vintage articles and footage from the science fiction archives.
Whom Gods Destroy
I had a dream last night I shoplifted an old DVD of "Star Trek," so I got up this morning, signed into my telephone job, and watched the second episode (the second pilot, after "The Cage"), which by now featured familiar faces acting in familiar ways, including Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner), a now emotionless Mr. Spock (the late, great Leonard Nimoy), Sulu (George Takei), Scotty (James Doohan), etc. However, still no Bones (the late, great DeForest Kelley, who died back in 1999). Instead, we have the brief (very brief) tenure of Paul Fix as "Dr. Piper."
A new kind of 3D-printed carrot, in the words of its Qatar-based inventors
Qatari students aim to make ‘food accessible to people all over the world’ with their newly invented 3D printer. Innovation in the heart of Qatar has birthed a groundbreaking solution to the widespread issue of food insecurity. Two visionary students, Mohammad Annan, aged 20, and Lujain Al Mansoori, aged 21, both pursuing information systems at Doha's Carnegie Mellon University, have achieved an extraordinary feat - the creation of a 3D printer capable of mass-producing vegetables, offering a potential remedy to the global food crisis.
nizam uddinPublished about a month ago in Futurism
Outer Limits Season 2, Episode1: "Soldier"
Harlan Ellison sadly passed away at the age of 84, back in 2018. He was undeniably one of the most brilliant SF writers (hell, one of the most brilliant writers period), of his generation. He penned two episodes of the classic cult Sixties television sci-fi anthology show "The Outer Limits." One was "Demon With a Glass Hand," starring Robert "Greatest American Hero" Culp. I saw that one decades ago. The other, "Soldier," (Based loosely on Harlan's own short story "Soldier of Tomorrow") quite clearly inspired the mega-blockbuster action movie series The Terminator, starring Linda Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Arnold playing the titular cyborg assassin from Earth's apocalyptic, AI-generated nuclear holocaust of a future.
I PHONE ...THE END COMMING SOON
Limited camera upgrades. The iPhone 15's camera system has received some minor upgrades, but it is still behind the competition in some areas. For example, the ultrawide camera still lacks autofocus, and the iPhone 15 does not support 4K120p video recording.
Sony Xperia 5 versus Asus Zenfone 10: Pursuing the Best Decision for Your Conservative Cell Phone
Value, specs, and accessibility **Asus Zenfone 10:** Cost: Beginning at $700 Accessibility: Sent off in late August in the US, accessible in Europe since June
YOU NEED MEPublished 3 months ago in Futurism
Why Hanging tight for the iPhone 15 Is the Shrewd Decision
1. Forthcoming iPhone 15 Enhancements Apple's approaching item sendoff, the Apple September occasion planned for September 12, vows to divulge the long-supposed iPhone 15 series. This range is reputed to contain the standard iPhone 15, iPhone 15 or more, iPhone 15 Expert, and iPhone 15 Master Max. With somewhat less than seven days until the occasion, it is enthusiastically prescribed to anticipate the arrival of these new iPhones, especially on the off chance that you are mulling over an update from an iPhone 13 model.
YOU NEED MEPublished 3 months ago in Futurism
Chandrayaan-3's Vikram Lander Unveils Insights into Lunar Temperature Variation
The lunar landscape, long regarded as a realm of extremes and mysteries, continues to captivate scientists and space enthusiasts alike. Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) unveiled groundbreaking insights into the temperature variation on the lunar surface, shedding light on the Moon's enigmatic thermal behavior. A graph released by ISRO showcased surprising temperature data collected by the Chandra's Surface Thermophysical Experiment (ChaSTE) payload onboard Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander, leading to a deeper understanding of the Moon's unique environment and its implications for future lunar exploration.
Sabuj MaityPublished 3 months ago in Futurism
Humanity's Giant Leap: SpaceX's Pioneering Manned Mission
In the records of mankind's set of experiences, certain minutes stand apart as achievements that rethink our impression of potential outcomes. SpaceX, the brainchild of visionary business person Elon Musk, has reliably shown what itself can do as an impetus for such groundbreaking minutes. The forthcoming SpaceX monitored mission addresses a notable accomplishment in space investigation as well as a goliath jump towards understanding the fantasy of interplanetary travel.
Sabuj MaityPublished 3 months ago in Futurism
What are the effects of solar flare activity today?
The Impact of Solar Flare Activity Today: Unraveling its Effects on Earth and Space Solar flares, captivating displays of immense energy released from the Sun's surface, have fascinated scientists and space enthusiasts alike for centuries. These intense bursts of radiation and charged particles can have a profound impact on our planet and the space environment surrounding it. As we explore the effects of solar flare activity in the modern era, we gain insight into the intricate interplay between the Sun, Earth, and the broader solar system. In this comprehensive analysis, we delve into the current effects of solar flare activity, their implications for various aspects of our technological and natural world, and the measures taken to mitigate their potential disruptions.
Word WeaverPublished 3 months ago in FuturismPhantom Shift- Limits of Our Vision
This is Part Five in a series. You can read Parts One, Two, Three, and Four here. 09:15 pm, Georgetown The sterile smell of latex and disinfectant hung in the air as the paramedics wheeled Alexis into the emergency room. She could smell it in her waking dream state. She could feel the gurney shake back and forth as it bumped its way down the hall. The world was black, her head was pounding, and her ears were ringing, but she was alive. Time was a flat circle again.
Atomic HistorianPublished 4 months ago in Futurism
The Future of the Human Body: Advancements and Ethical Considerations
The future of the human body is a topic that has captured the imagination of scientists, futurists, and thinkers for centuries. As advancements in technology and medicine continue to accelerate, we are on the cusp of witnessing profound transformations in how we perceive, understand, and interact with our physical selves. From enhanced cognitive abilities to the integration of technology into our bodies, the future promises exciting possibilities and challenges.
Word WeaverPublished 4 months ago in Futurism
To Serve Man (Fricasseed, Parboiled, Poached, Fried, or Raw)
Not really. But, just imagine it: Somewhere out there in space, because anything that can exist DOES in an ever-shifting pattern of alternate universes and Seven Heavens or Dimensions all interlocking, a vast human SLAUGHTERHOUSE, a "domesticated Dachau" (to borrow a phrase from a story by Clive Barker) wherein the world exists (for tiny humans) as a "vast butcher shop" where "slain men hang in rows" (to borrow a phrase from Ragnar Redbeard). On THAT planet, in that world, men have all the utility to the Masters as a gaggling flock of CHICKENS and are treated with the same thoughtless contempt. Vegans take note.
