Science
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The biggest threat to Chernobyl is no longer radiation
Forty years after the world’s biggest nuclear disaster, the safety of Chernobyl hangs in the balance – though not because…
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When We Meet the Aliens
The implications of discovering extraterrestrial life, whether it be a sophisticated civilization or a simple microbial organism, are profound and…
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Startling Images Reveal the Ancient Art of Image Manipulation
The recent viral sensation of Pope Francis in a designer puffer jacket, a product of AI image generation, serves as…
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Artemis 2 Shatters Human Distance Record, Redefining the Scale of Human Presence in Space
The Artemis 2 mission, a monumental leap in humanity’s return to the lunar vicinity, has not only achieved its primary…
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The Lyrids are Back: A Guide to Witnessing the Annual Meteor Shower Under Dark Skies
The Lyrid meteor shower, a celestial spectacle that graces our night sky each spring, is once again upon us, promising…
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Ghost Elephants
Film director Werner Herzog, renowned for his deep dives into the liminal spaces where scientific inquiry meets profound human yearning,…
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Pragmata: Capcom’s Ambitious Sci-Fi Narrative Explores AI’s Perilous Mimicry and the Enduring Power of Humanity
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark period for video game enthusiasts, particularly those with a penchant…
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The Rise of Celebrity Clones and the Science of Sonic Seasoning: A Deep Dive into Speculation and Sensory Science
If the internet is to be believed – and history suggests a healthy dose of skepticism is warranted – a…
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Witness the Dawn of Galaxies: Groundbreaking Simulation Offers Unprecedented Audiovisual Journey Through Cosmic Evolution
Scientists have unveiled a revolutionary audiovisual simulation, dubbed COLIBRE, that offers the most detailed picture of cosmic evolution to date,…
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New Scientist Recommends Jamie Bartlett’s Insightful How to Talk to AI
The books, TV, games and more that New Scientist staff have enjoyed this week In an era increasingly shaped by…
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