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Topics and developments in science and medicine, presented by Futurism.

Parker Solar Probe: Unveiling the Fiery Secrets of the Sun’s Corona
When NASA’s Parker Solar Probe launched in August 2018, it set out on one of the most daring missions in space exploration: to “touch” the Sun. For the first time in human history, a spacecraft would fly directly through the Sun’s outer atmosphere—the corona—collecting data from a region that had always been seen, but never experienced.
By Holianyk Ihor4 months ago in Futurism
New Frontiers in Space: How Microsatellites and CubeSats Are Revolutionizing Space Technology
In the past, sending something into space was a privilege reserved for national space agencies and billion-dollar aerospace companies. But in the last decade, a quiet revolution has been unfolding — one driven by tiny, affordable, and surprisingly powerful satellites known as microsatellites and CubeSats. These small wonders are reshaping everything we know about space exploration, communication, and even climate research.
By Holianyk Ihor4 months ago in Futurism
The Agreements For Unity
I have been born into a world without peace. A place where everything dies, mainly from greed. Religions have focused a lot of violence too. And it never made any sense except people remembering their immediate ancestors that were still following millennia old traditions. But to me we should all be open to all interpretations of gods because obviously even your god wants to see this diversity. I think if we can all follow these agreements the world could be a better place for everyone everywhere on Earth.
By DaMaGe 4 months ago in Futurism
M5 MacBook Pro vs Snapdragon X2 Elite: The ARM Laptop Chip Showdown of 2025
When we talk about laptop performance in 2025, one of the most compelling rivalries isn’t between Intel and AMD any more — it’s between two ARM-based contenders: the newly-announced Apple M5 (inside the latest MacBook Pro) and the upcoming Snapdragon X2 Elite (and its Extreme variant) from Qualcomm. Both chips herald the next generation of ARM laptop computing. But which one takes the crown? Let’s dive into the numbers, the tech, and what it means for you — the user.
By NextGen Mobile Tech5 months ago in Futurism
iPhone and Mac: How Apple’s Perfect Pair Transforms the Way You Work, Connect, and Create
In today’s digital world, convenience is everything. From managing work to staying in touch with family, the average person juggles multiple devices every day. For millions of Americans, that ecosystem is powered by Apple — and the magic truly happens when the iPhone and Mac work together.
By NextGen Mobile Tech5 months ago in Futurism
Dark matter may eventually be revealed via radio waves in the early universe.
The Universe was quiet long before the first stars formed. No galaxies. No illumination. Only huge expanses of hydrogen gas and dark matter, an enigmatic substance that shapes everything we see today.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Futurism
Is it possible for life to exist on Mars? Yeast provides a hint.
People have been making bread and beer with baker's yeast for generations. Few people thought that this microscopic organism could provide clues about how life can persist on an other planet, like Mars.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Futurism
'Super-Earth' is our best chance to date to find extraterrestrial life.
Just under 20 light-years away, astronomers have discovered a likely rocky "super-Earth" that might harbour life. The mass of the planet GJ 251 c seems to be nearly four times that of Earth. The fact that it orbits in the habitable zone—where, under ideal circumstances, liquid water may persist—has scientists excited.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Futurism
Huawei Pura 80 Ultra vs Honor Magic 7 Pro — Complete comparison (design, cameras, performance, battery, software, verdict
Short version: both are top-tier 2025 flagships: Huawei’s Pura 80 Ultra focuses on camera innovation and battery/charging tech, while Honor’s Magic 7 Pro emphasizes raw performance, wide software/ecosystem support, and strong zoom optics. Which one suits you depends on whether you prioritise camera hardware and Huawei’s proprietary stack, or Google-friendly Android performance and broader regional availability. Below is a full, walk-through comparison to help you decide.
By NextGen Mobile Tech5 months ago in Futurism
Researchers use light and crystals to create new materials on demand.
One day, it may be possible to "draw" rather than "grow" crystals for use in a wide range of applications, including lasers, LEDs, and the semiconductors used in sensors in astronomical instruments, which would result in improved performance and reduced prices.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Futurism
A new telescope photograph shows the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS blasting a jet towards the sun.
As our nearest star warms up a portion of the comet's surface, 3I/ATLAS is launching a jet of material in the direction of the sun. The composite image displays a white light, which is the comet's atmosphere or coma, and the nucleus, or frozen, rocky centre core, of 3I/ATLAS as a big, black dot. The purple-marked jet is blazing out in the direction of the sun, which is also how comets in the solar system often behave.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Futurism
The End of an Era: Gaia’s Mission Comes to a Close — and Its Legacy Is Just Beginning
In early 2025, the European Space Agency’s Gaia spacecraft officially ended its operational life after more than a decade of mapping the Milky Way with breathtaking precision. It’s a bittersweet milestone for astronomers worldwide: while Gaia has stopped collecting new data, the treasure trove it leaves behind will keep fueling discoveries for decades.
By Holianyk Ihor5 months ago in Futurism