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'Tenet': Time-Bending Masterpiece or Misfire?
Released in theaters before the arrival of coronavirus vaccines, many had hoped in September of 2020 that Tenet would be the movie that proved why theaters were still necessary. But in a world reeling from the first pandemic in a century, it never managed to achieve the acclaim it strived for. When compared with so many of Christopher Nolan’s previous films, its reception was fairly tepid.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Futurism
A Journey of Embracing Beauty and Seeking Balance.
Libra is the seventh astrological sign in the zodiac calendar, typically covering the period from September 23 to October 22.
By Zondra Dos Anjos2 years ago in Futurism
A new kind of 3D-printed carrot, in the words of its Qatar-based inventors. Content Warning.
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.
By nizam uddin2 years ago in Futurism
Techtoberfest: A Guide to the Wildest, Beer-Drinking Robots at the Robot Beer Festival
Techtoberfest: A Guide to the Wildest, Beer-Drinking Robots at the Robot Beer Festival Ladies and gentlemen, geeks and brew enthusiasts, welcome to Techtoberfest – where the future meets the frothy world of beer! Forget everything you thought you knew about Oktoberfest; this year, the spotlight is on Robot Beer Festival, the ultimate fusion of technology, hops, and fun. In this thrilling guide, we'll navigate you through the robotic wonderland of beer aficionados, ensuring you don't miss a single sip or sprocket at this one-of-a-kind event.
By Dani Ferraz2 years ago in Futurism
Robot Love in the Age of AI: Can Siri and Alexa Find True Happiness Together?
Robot Love in the Age of AI: Can Siri and Alexa Find True Happiness Together? In a world where AI assistants like Siri and Alexa have become integral parts of our daily lives, the question arises: Can these digital dynamos find true love amidst the whirlwind of information and tasks they handle for us? This tongue-in-cheek investigation delves into the heart of AI relationships, searching for sparks and gigabytes of romance in the circuitry of Siri and Alexa.
By Dani Ferraz2 years ago in Futurism
Compendium of Humanity's End
Marco Chung is the oldest human in the known universe. Displaced in time by his job ferrying people and supplies to the extrasolar colonies around the galaxy, Marco finds no semblance of peace or belonging upon his rare returns to an ever-changing Earth. Meanwhile, despite centuries of exploration and settlement, there have been no signs of past or present life anywhere that humans have looked. Whether it is nearby Mars or far away Novissimus, it appears more and more likely that Earth is uniquely filled with life, at least within the Milky Way.
By J.P. Prag2 years ago in Futurism
DIY Halloween Decorations. Content Warning.
Once upon a chilling October evening, in a curious little town settled between fog covered slopes, carried on with a little youngster named Emma. Emma was known for her adoration for Halloween. She loved the scary, extraordinary energies that appeared to encompass the town as October 31st drew nearer. This year, still up in the air to make her Halloween the most essential one yet, and she realized the time had come to truly get her Do-It-Yourself abilities rolling.
By SOUKASAM2 years ago in Futurism
Why do numbers 333 keep coming up?
I woke up in the middle of the night at 3:33 in the morning. Then I thought, “Enough, now the numbers are waking me up. I need to study this number closely.”
By Zondra Dos Anjos2 years ago in Futurism
Mercury Retrograde? What is that?
Have you ever found yourself entangled in a seemingly never-ending string of unfortunate events, only for that one friend deeply immersed in the world of astrology to enlighten you with the revelation that Mercury is in retrograde? Allow me to elucidate a common misconception: Mercury is not "in" retrograde; it undergoes a retrograde motion. This celestial spectacle unfolds when the planet Mercury, as perceived from our terrestrial vantage point, embarks on a journey that seemingly defies the natural flow of its orbit, tracing a backward trajectory. It is, at its essence, an optical illusion, a celestial choreography that has captivated the human imagination for centuries. Planets, in their cosmic ballet around the Sun, move at variable velocities, and the phenomenon of retrograde arises when a swifter celestial body overtakes and momentarily outpaces a slower counterpart.
By Rachel Co2 years ago in Futurism
Sony Xperia 5 versus Asus Zenfone 10: Pursuing the Best Decision for Your Conservative Cell Phone. Content Warning.
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
By YOU NEED ME3 years ago in Futurism
Why Hanging tight for the iPhone 15 Is the Shrewd Decision. Content Warning.
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.
By YOU NEED ME3 years 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.
By Sabuj Maity3 years ago in Futurism