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🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Five gadgets that seem like science fiction, but are already available for purchase

This article discusses five cutting-edge gadgets that, once imagined in science fiction, have now become real and accessible products.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Scientific Blockbuster: This Hollywood has arrived in Bio Heaven

The article discusses how the film 'The Astronaut' blends scientific concepts with entertainment, raising questions about its scientific accuracy.

Mar 21 • 07:34 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ryan Gosling embodies Earth's last hope in 'Project End of the World'

Ryan Gosling stars in the new sci-fi film 'Project End of the World', which depicts a desperate mission to save humanity threatened by a dying sun.

Mar 20 • 20:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Fiction that Comes True: How Science Fiction Prepares Us for Life with Artificial Intelligence

A discussion at the 'Būtent!' festival in Lithuania explored how science fiction provides insights and warnings about the future of artificial intelligence.

Mar 20 • 11:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Robots in the Home: Reality or Science Fiction?

The article discusses the growing presence and market potential of domestic robots in Argentina, as they shift from luxury items to affordable alternatives that ease household chores.

Mar 19 • 16:56 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Ryan Gosling Falls Flat in 'Bolibompa'-styled Science Fiction

A review of the science fiction comedy 'Project Hail Mary' highlights its spectacular visuals and optimistic take on humanity, though its childish tone may not appeal to adult viewers.

Mar 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Star Eaters, starring Ryan Gosling, premieres in theaters in Paraíba

The sci-fi film 'Star Eaters' featuring Ryan Gosling has premiered in theaters across Paraíba, Brazil.

Mar 19 • 11:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

This Week's Movies: Hollywood in Space – Again

Hollywood continues its efforts to draw audiences back to theaters with 'Mission: Save Maria,' a sci-fi story featuring Ryan Gosling.

Mar 19 • 08:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

'Star Eaters' warms the heart with a tale of friendship and sacrifice; G1 has already seen it

The film 'Star Eaters' presents a heartwarming narrative centered on friendship and sacrifice, highlighting the emotional depth amid a science fiction backdrop.

Mar 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

"All architectural styles and none at the same time": how Dubai became a catalog of colossal whims

The article discusses how Dubai embodies a postmodern pastiche that resembles a science fiction dystopia.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Project End of the World: How to Approach the Darker Topics of Science Fiction with a Sarcastic Perspective

The film 'Project End of the World' featuring Ryan Gosling explores dark science fiction themes with a humorous lens.

Mar 19 • 03:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I'm a Dune superfan and here are 5 things I'm looking forward to in new movie

A Dune superfan expresses excitement about the upcoming third film in Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of the iconic sci-fi series, highlighting key aspects of the saga.

Mar 18 • 12:06 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Life & Tech

All hail Ryan Gosling and his alien pal Rocky in Project Hail Mary

The article reviews 'Project Hail Mary,' highlighting Ryan Gosling's performance alongside a computer-generated alien character named Rocky, while exploring the themes of extraterrestrial life and cosmic challenges.

Mar 18 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The trailer for Dune 3 has been released. The director promises new planets.

The recently released trailer for Dune 3 highlights the film's exploration of new planets, as stated by the director.

Mar 18 • 05:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Who is Robert Pattinson playing in Dune 3? Twilight star unrecognisable

Robert Pattinson is set to play a villainous character in the upcoming film Dune: Part Three.

Mar 17 • 14:04 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Kawasaki's strange electronic warfare aircraft blinds the enemy

Kawasaki's latest electronic warfare aircraft features a design reminiscent of science fiction, due to decades-long hidden systems technology.

Mar 16 • 11:56 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Review. Jack Vance's Fantastic Stories

This article reviews a new compilation of Jack Vance's stories, celebrating the author's significant contribution to science fiction.

Mar 15 • 12:29 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Long traffic queues at the exit to Elmia

Traffic congestion has built up at the Elmia exit due to a sports fishing fair and a science fiction event, prompting police to direct traffic and advise drivers to take alternative routes.

Mar 14 • 09:58 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Sci-fi film named flop of the year

The film 'War of the Worlds' featuring rapper Ice Cube has been awarded the title of worst film of the year by the Razzie Awards.

Mar 14 • 09:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Science and Fantasy: The Geological Discoveries of Louis Figuier and Jules Verne

The article discusses how Jules Verne's novel 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' emerged amid significant conflicts in the 19th century, focusing on exploration rather than war.

Mar 14 • 07:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This top film should not be missed – nearly five-star Hollywood spectacle

The critically acclaimed sci-fi film Dune (2021) continues its captivating narrative in its highly anticipated second installment, premiering soon on TV, maintaining high expectations from audiences and critics alike.

Mar 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Yellow Cake': Film with Tânia Maria about Brazilian nuclear experiment releases trailer

The Brazilian film 'Yellow Cake' directed by Tiago Melo unveils its trailer, featuring Tânia Maria and weaving together satire and science fiction in a narrative set in Paraíba.

Mar 13 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Iron Lung' premieres in Paraíba cinemas

The film 'Iron Lung', based on an independent game, premieres in cinemas across Paraíba, Brazil, on Thursday, including in major cities like João Pessoa and Campina Grande.

Mar 12 • 17:22 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'Project End of the World', the new science fiction film with Ryan Gosling, arrives in Ecuadorian theaters

The science fiction film 'Project End of the World' starring Ryan Gosling is set to premiere in Ecuadorian cinemas on March 19, based on Andy Weir's acclaimed novel.

Mar 12 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

American startup seeks controversial license to place mirror in space to reflect sunlight

An American startup aims to use large mirrors in space to reflect sunlight back to Earth, raising questions among scientists regarding its feasibility and impact.

Mar 11 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Andrea Barrett publishes 'Natural History': stories about naturalists, science, and historical fiction

Andrea Barrett's collection 'Natural History' explores the declining language used to describe nature through the lens of naturalists and scientists.

Mar 10 • 13:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

For All Mankind: Why Has It Become One of Today’s Most Important Science Fiction Series?

The article discusses the popularity and significance of the Apple TV+ series 'For All Mankind' as it readies for its fifth season release.

Mar 10 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

"My AI partner has made me a better companion and more patient": Relationships with 'robots' are no longer science fiction

The article explores how AI relationships are becoming a viable alternative for those feeling emotional distress in traditional romantic encounters.

Mar 7 • 23:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Polish director brings his sci-fi dystopia to Espoo – the audience can board a spaceship

Łukasz Twarkowski, a prominent Polish director, presents his science fiction dystopia 'The Employees' at the Espoo Theatre as part of the &Fest festival.

Mar 4 • 07:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

20,000 PLN per square meter for an apartment in Warsaw? "It's no longer science fiction"

The average price of new apartments in Warsaw has increased to 19,400 PLN per square meter, with prices potentially reaching 20,000 PLN this year due to reduced supply of affordable housing.

Mar 2 • 13:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Writer Dan Simmons has died

The news reports the passing of acclaimed writer Dan Simmons.

Mar 2 • 09:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Maielis González delves into Cuban reality through science fiction: 'My generation grew up with the corpse of a utopia'

Maielis González's novel 'Nuclear' explores the unfinished nuclear power plant in Juraguá and reflects on Cuba's ongoing crisis.

Mar 1 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Dan Simmons, wizard of science fiction, has died

Renowned American science fiction, fantasy, and horror writer Dan Simmons has died at the age of 77 in Longmont, Colorado.

Mar 1 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Classic Novel About the Day We Encounter the Incomprehensible

Jonas Thente reviews the new edition of Arthur C. Clarke's classic novel 'Rendezvous with Rama', originally published in 1974, which explores the discovery of an enormous asteroid beyond Jupiter.

Feb 28 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

Fatigue on Both Sides of the Screen. Review of the film 'Avatar: The Way of Water'

The review critiques the latest film in the 'Avatar' series, exploring its themes of historical narratives and the challenge of originality in sequels.

Feb 28 • 04:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The author of Red Dwarf has died

The author of the influential British sci-fi comedy series 'Red Dwarf' has passed away.

Feb 26 • 19:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nuclear Fusion: Will Old Nuclear Power Plants Soon Generate Electricity Again – Only Differently?

Two startups in Germany are planning fusion power plants with substantial government funding, but the technology remains in the realm of science fiction.

Feb 26 • 16:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Permits Under Fire from Heavyweights. And a Change is No Longer Science Fiction

The article discusses issues related to the authorization of permits, highlighting the obstacles faced and the potential for changes in regulation.

Feb 25 • 06:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Scotland’s new emissions strategy ‘too reliant on science fiction’, critics say

Critics are raising concerns about the credibility of Scotland's long-term emissions reduction strategy, labeling it as overly reliant on unrealistic projections.

Feb 25 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

‘Majestic’ sci-fi thriller with twist fans ‘couldn’t guess’ is now streaming

A new science fiction thriller titled 'The Occupant' is now streaming on Paramount+, receiving positive reviews from both critics and early viewers.

Feb 19 • 19:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Getting on H. G. Wells' time machine and looking behind the shelf of 'Interstellar'

An exhibition in Barcelona evocatively examines the concept of time through science and culture.

Feb 18 • 18:38 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Grigorjeva: humanity could start telling different stories about itself

Sveta Grigorjeva's new dance piece 'Cosmodolphins' questions the nature of humanity through a blend of folklore, utopia, and science fiction.

Feb 18 • 16:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Poland's Atomic Bomb? It's No Longer Complete Science Fiction

Discussions are underway in Europe regarding the enhancement of nuclear capabilities and a potential role for Poland in nuclear deterrence strategies.

Feb 17 • 15:15 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Everything we know about China’s mysterious, futuristic Nantianmen Project

The Nantianmen Project in China combines science fiction with military innovation, featuring over 100 futuristic weapon concepts.

Feb 17 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A Treat for Ridley Scott Fans. Netflix Releases One of His Hits

Ridley Scott's sci-fi hit 'Prometheus' is now available on Netflix, capturing renewed interest from audiences.

Feb 16 • 12:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Review. There is something new in every return

The article reviews the book "Back to the Hotel of the Dead Alpinsts," highlighting its unique blend of serene storytelling and thematic depth.

Feb 16 • 07:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die

The sci-fi film 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die' directed by Gore Verbinski critiques the adverse effects of technology and artificial intelligence through a comedic lens.

Feb 14 • 19:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Science fiction writer Juhan Habicht has passed away

Estonian translator and writer Juhan Habicht, known for his work in the science fiction genre, has died at the age of 69.

Feb 13 • 14:31 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Martians

The article reflects on Ray Bradbury's 'The Martian Chronicles,' a literary work that challenges readers to reflect on humanity's actions in the context of colonizing Mars.

Feb 13 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Professor of Anglistics: Fiction Revives the Forgotten Women of the History of Science

Estonian professor Julia Kuznetski argues that literature by female authors highlights the contributions of women in the history of science often overlooked by male counterparts.

Feb 13 • 09:52 UTC

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