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WIRED
2 weeks ago
OMG science

The Mysterious 'Dark' Energy That Permeates the Universe Is Slowly Eroding

The largest map of the cosmos hints that dark energy, known as the cosmological constant, may be changing over billions of years. [ more ]
Futurism
2 months ago
OMG science

New Paper Claims Dark Matter Doesn't Exist at All

The universe may be older than thought, and dark matter might not exist. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Controversial new theory of gravity rules out need for dark matter

Dark matter may not exist according to a radical new theory of gravity.
This new theory aims to explain universal expansion without the need for dark matter. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Three Times That Solar Eclipses Transformed Science

Total solar eclipses have been observed throughout history and have inspired fear, wonder, and reverence.
Total solar eclipses have played a role in advancing our understanding of physics and the natural world. [ more ]
www.vice.com
5 months ago
OMG science

A Ray From Space Hit Earth with Such Incredible Power That Scientists Named It After a God

Scientists have detected a powerful cosmic ray with the second-highest energy ever recorded.
The ray, named the Amaterasu particle, has puzzled scientists as it seems to come from an empty part of space.
Studying ultra-high-energy cosmic rays could lead to a better understanding of the universe and new advancements in physics. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Science

Feathers, Fire, the Strong Force and Fairness

Feathers are marvels of evolutionary engineering, with recent discoveries improving understanding of their evolution, structure, and function. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago
Science

The Great Debate: Could We Ever Travel through Time?

Time travel is a perennial topic of science fiction, with the debate on its plausibility being an intriguing one.
Einstein's special theory of relativity suggests that time flow is relative to speed, opening the possibility for extreme versions of time travel within plausible physics. [ more ]
Kqed
3 months ago
Science

This Scientist Reveals the Physics Behind the Spiral Pass After 20 Years | KQED

It took twenty years for researcher Greg Gay to find the answer to why a football tilts down during a forward pass.
The torque from the force of the throw may cause the football to tilt down during a forward pass. [ more ]
WIRED
1 month ago
Data science

Can You Really Run on Top of a Train, Like in the Movies?

Understanding physics is crucial for stunt work like running on moving trains. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Data science

How climate change and physics affect baseball, America's favorite pastime : Short Wave

Physics plays a significant role in baseball, affecting aspects like hitting a home run.
Climate change impacts baseball games and the overall player experience. [ more ]
IEEE Spectrum
3 months ago
Data science

MIT and IBM Find AI Shortcuts Through Brute-Force Math

Researchers have found a new way to use brain-inspired neural networks to solve equations more efficiently.
The new approach uses physics simulators to train neural networks to match the output of high-precision numerical systems. [ more ]
Toucharcade
1 month ago
Video games

TouchArcade Game of the Week: 'Suika Game'

Suika Game gained popularity through game streamers' influence.
The physics and feel of Suika Game set it apart from similar games like Galaxy Mix. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Meet 'Dr. Tatiana,' the professor getting people on TikTok excited about physics

Dr. Tatiana, a physics professor at Texas A&M University, has become a social media star by performing theatrical physics tricks in videos that have gained millions of views.
She credits the university marketing team's videos of her lessons for her social media success. [ more ]
CreativeApplications.Net
3 months ago
Design

Round About Four Dimensions - Exploring the Unknown

The sculpture represents a 'hypercube' or 'tesseract', a concept used in mathematical and physical theories to illustrate dimensions beyond the three spatial dimensions we are familiar with.
The sculpture attempts to bring to life the intangible concept of four-dimensional rotation and invites visitors to ponder the complexity of the universe. [ more ]
Mail Online
4 months ago
Digital life

How an iPhone survived 16,000-foot fall from an Alaska Airlines flight

The velocity and angle at which an iPhone falls determine whether it breaks or not.
Air resistance and the cushioning effect of landing in a bush protected the iPhone from damage during its fall. [ more ]
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