The Space Force Is About to Play Space Wars in Earth Orbit
The U.S. Space Force is partnering with two companies to launch a demonstration mission of how the military branch would respond to an orbital adversary.
Doctor Who Makes It Official: Andor’s Varada Sethu Is the New Companion
We already had an inkling that Andor’s Varada Sethu would be joining Doctor Who in the second season for Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor—and now it’s official, with the group photo to prove it. Though an earlier report said that Millie Gibson’s Ruby Sunday would be bowing out after Gatwa’s first season, which drops May…
How Fallout’s Showrunners Nailed Its Surprisingly Comedic Tone
Being based on a hugely popular video game gives Prime Video’s Fallout series a big boost: there’s already built-in fan base. But there’s also pressure that comes with adapting a beloved property, and in a new interview, its showrunners talked about how they captured the game’s distinctive tone—especially its quirky…
Tesla Software Update Traps TikToker Inside 115-Degree Car
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Star Trek: Lower Decks Will End With Its Fifth, Final Season
Good news and bad news, Trek fans. The good is that the excellent Strange New Worlds will continue to boldly go for at least more more season beyond its currently filming third. The bad news: another member of Paramount’s current Trek streaming stable is preparing to say goodbye.
Google Blocks California Websites in Fight Over Paying for News
Google began blocking access to California news outlets for some users in the state, according to an announcement from the tech giant on Friday. And it’s all because Google is upset about proposed legislation that would force the company to pay some publishers for their content, something it’s calling a “link tax.”
Long-Awaited Ariane 6 Rocket Faces Tough Odds in First Launch
The highly anticipated first flight of Ariane 6 may finally take place this summer after years of delays. But before we can get too excited, European Space Agency Director General Josef Aschbacher is already setting the rocket up for failure without it even reaching the launchpad yet.
New Alien: Romulus Footage Featured Hungry Face Huggers and Brutal Chest Bursters
When making an Alien movie three things are a must. First, Facehuggers. Without them, you can’t have the other two. Second, a Chestburster. This is just a smaller version of the third but still absolutely crucial. Then, third, a full-on Xenomorph. Those acid-blooded killers that like to murder entire crews of…
Mystery of Where Gold and Platinum Come From Deepens After Gargantuan Cosmic Explosion
In October 2022, an extremely bright flash caught the attention of the Gemini South telescope in Chile. It was quickly determined to be the brightest ever seen, hence its nickname: the Brightest Of All Time (the BOAT).