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Black Holes and the True Nature of Space
These are my greetings from one hologram to another. No really, according to science there’s a strong possibility that you and I are nothing more but encoded information spread on a flat 2-dimensional surface throughout the universe. As a matter of fact, this theory is becoming somewhat of a fan favorite and the universe, quite obviously, has an unlimited number of fans. Yes, you already read it before and you stumbled over the occasional ‘are we living in a simulation’ videos on YouTube or Vimeo. However, do you believe it and what’s the purpose of all of that?
By pionic9 years ago in Futurism
Warning Shot Part 1
“Kyle, Kyle c’mon you got to wake up.” I slowly opened my eyes as the light pierced in stopping me from opening them fully. It was Tasia; even when she looked terrified she was still beautiful: her brown hair fallen perfectly across her shoulders and the scar on her forehead that I secretly thought was adorable. Her green eyes stared straight into mine. I propped myself up on the bed and groaned; it was still dark outside. “Tasia what’s wrong?” I was trying to be concerned but the truth of the matter was I was exhausted from last night. “Kyle they’re coming for us now, we have to leave right now.” I paused and looked at her harder this time and a lot more concerned. “Okay, get your stuff together and let’s go.”
By Zoe Clarke-Singh9 years ago in Futurism
Adventures in the Infinite Library
I happen to be one of those people who thinks that there’s a Jorge Luis Borges story for everyone. I don’t believe in soulmates, or fate, or some mysterious ethereal force that wants you to find The One. But I do believe everyone can find something to like in the works of the great Argentinian writer.
By Ryan Frawley9 years ago in Futurism
Hollow Dreams
Have you ever woken from a dead sleep soaked in sweat, your breathing accelerated? Do you remember your heart beating so hard you could feel it in your ears? Do you remember the fear? Do you remember the nightmare?
By Karly Campbell9 years ago in Futurism
Sweethearts Chapter 3
Chapter 3 With Zaz having been stabbed, Rebecca's nights had become restless. The worst part is she didn't know why... Rebecca stood at the beachside, staring off into the sunset. The waves were coming softly and the breeze was just ever so gentle.
By Chas C. Smith9 years ago in Futurism
Alex The Inventor-Chapter 5 (Pt.1)
Read Chapters 1 - 4 at: Deep Sky Stories Chapter 5 (Part 1) - A Distant Voice The morning did indeed break sunny, bright and new after such a restless and disturbing night. Alex Faraway awoke to see softly floating dust-fairies caught within the rays of sunshine which angled through his bedroom window to shine on the floor at the foot of his bed. A quiet smile touched his face as he awoke to a single wonderful thought, "My dad is alive and loves me and I'm going to see him very soon."
By G.F. Brynn9 years ago in Futurism
Us Humans Are Too Curious for Our Own Good
When the New Horizons space probe launched in 2007 I couldn’t wait for it to reach Pluto in 2015 and finally reveal many secrets of that mysterious dwarf planet. Once that time came I was fascinated to read about the physical details of Pluto that had never been seen before, such as Pluto giving off x-rays. I experience the exact same curiosity whenever a new extrasolar planet is discovered, as well as distant quasars (almost as old as the universe itself).
By Rebecca Sharrock9 years ago in Futurism
The Tale of the Monster Hunters, Part 2
On the next flight they could catch, Jax and Dasia were on their way to Buckingham Palace. But this wasn't their first trip here. Flight records show that on business, the hunters flew to London 86 times, clocking up frequent flyer miles and Dasia developing a teddy souvenir collection, which apparently drove Jax crazy. I've seen the collection, and it's quite impressive. So I guess my theory is, is that some of the reward money was kept to feed this addiction; not that anybody would have a problem with it considering all they've done for us.
By Dana9 years ago in Futurism
H.R. Giger's 'Dark Star'
H.R. Giger is legendary in the art world. He is the man who helped create the artwork behind one of Danzig's finest albums, made the xenomorph we all recognize from Alien, and also was one of the top sci-fi artists of all time.
By Riley Raul Reese9 years ago in Futurism
Ember-Blade
Chapter One: The Ember Core Beau watched the shopkeeper patiently, waiting for his chance to steal his freshly baked meat pies. The fat merchant used a dirty old rag to wipe the sweat off his bald head, which reflected the beaming morning sun like a mirror. He spoke rapidly with his customers as he sold his various drinks and foodstuffs. The market was brimming with people going about their daily business of buying and selling, ignoring the dirty orphan dressed in street rags.
By Damien Shillingford9 years ago in Futurism
Rewatching... Doctor Who: Tomb of the Cybermen — Episode 3
"I'm really quite lively actually, all things considered."Saturday 16 September 1967 The first thing I notice this week is how the opening music goes on a bit longer over the action before fading, a bit like in the very first episode.
By Nick Brown9 years ago in Futurism
Review of Somewhere Between Finale
Well, Somewhere Between concluded last night with a photograph. I'm tempted to hum Ringo's song "Photograph" — I've heard it a few times in the past few weeks on the Beatles Channel, and it sounded good, but no, it wasn't that kind of photograph at the end of Somewhere Between. It was a snapshot of a happy family at a wedding, and I won't say anything more, because no point in trafficking in spoilers.
By Paul Levinson9 years ago in Futurism