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Modern entertainment news is now delivered primarily by big media companies. The two biggest and most visited are the similarly … Continue reading "The True Origins Of Screen Rant And Game Rant, Valnet’s Powerful News Sites"... Read more »

GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT is reactivating. In November, Google shut down this website, but in the past month, things have begun … Continue reading "Giant Freakin Robot Is Reactivating"... Read more »

For the past few months, I’ve been working to report on the current state of Google search results, with an … Continue reading "Screen Rant Owner Valnet Issues New Demands To Silence Journalist Reporting"... Read more »

I fully assert my right and the right of all Independent Publishers and journalists to freely express opinions and share facts about Valnet or any of its media properties.... Read more »

Recently, I’ve been using the X platform and this website to report on the current state of the online publishing … Continue reading "Valnet Threatens Lawsuit To Silence GFR’s Owner"... Read more »

Independent Publishers helped build the internet. Once we made it great and everyone wanted to hop online, other forces immediately … Continue reading "The Enemies Of Independent Publishers And The Open Internet"... Read more »

Space science fiction is a lot of things, but it’s never more thrilling than when it takes place in a … Continue reading "The Best Starfighter In Science Fiction"... Read more »

We’ve been forced to shut down day-to-day publishing operations on GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT. Which means I have more time on … Continue reading "Dirty Tricks And Bribes: 10 Ways Big Media Companies Sabotage Independent Publishers"... Read more »

If you’re into a good rom-com, you might not like to hear the reason that scientists believe people evolved the … Continue reading "The Gross Reason Humans Started Kissing Each Other"... Read more »

After relaunching GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT in 2019, the site grew to a readership of more than 20 million a month, … Continue reading "The End Of Independent Publishing And Giant Freakin Robot"... Read more »

A recently discovered comet that scientists and amateur astronomers hoped would be visible on Halloween was in an orbit a … Continue reading "Watch The Sun Annihilate A Comet That Dared Get To Close"... Read more »

In an amazing recovery, Voyager 1 phoned home using its backup radio for the first time since 1981. The interstellar … Continue reading "Voyager 1 Sends Signal To Earth In Amazing Transmitter Recovery"... Read more »

You might think YouTube and Google are similar since they’re both owned by the same company. But they’re so totally … Continue reading "Google Is Trying To Destroy Creators But YouTube Is Great, Here’s Why They’re Different"... Read more »

A newly discovered Bronze Age city has given archaeologists some insight into how one settlement managed to avoid the urbanization … Continue reading "Bronze Age City Unearthed In Saudi Arabian Desert"... Read more »

Recent research conducted by the University of Bristol hypothesizes that mammals started to adapt to...... Read more »

New research suggests that exoplanets with masses similar to Jupiter may have formed much earlier...... Read more »

Though the immediate threat of COVID-19 has lessened, the lasting effects of the virus continue...... Read more »

The U.S. Department of Defense has granted Northrop Grumman a $14 million contract to continue...... Read more »

Human progress has always depended on the ability to store and release energy efficiently. Springs,...... Read more »

A new discovery in China is challenging long-held beliefs about human evolution in East Asia....... Read more »

Agility Robotics, based in Salem, Oregon, has revealed an expanded range of features for its...... Read more »

An open-source genetic database that thrived on community contributions will cease operations next month. OpenSNP,...... Read more »

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers at New York’s Cornell University found that tiny metal particles...... Read more »

The hybrid-electric Short Takeoff and Landing (eSTOL) aircraft developed by Electra has transformed the aviation industry by obtaining pre-orders exceeding $9 billion. The aircraft operates from runways measuring only 300 x 100 feet (92 x 31 m) while delivering efficient operations with safety features and quiet performance. The eSTOL design... Read more »

Unitree’s latest demonstration of its compact G1 humanoid robot showcases groundbreaking advancements in agility, intelligence, and adaptability. In a newly released video, the Chinese robotics firm highlights how its cutting-edge AI-driven algorithms have enabled G1 to perform complex movements with remarkable precision—signaling a new era for humanoid robotics. The G1... Read more »

Dexterity, a California-based robotics firm, has unveiled Mech, the world’s first industrial super-humanoid robot, designed to revolutionize logistics and manufacturing operations. Mech features a dual-arm system mounted on a highly maneuverable rover, allowing it to navigate warehouses and industrial sites with precision. According to Dexterity, the robot was “engineered from... Read more »

China is set to build the world’s first fusion-fission hybrid power plant, marking a revolutionary step in nuclear energy. The facility, known as the Xinghuo high-temperature superconducting reactor, aims to generate 100 megawatts of continuous electricity and connect to the grid by the end of the decade. The $2.76 billion... Read more »

China’s space administration has continued to advance significantly in recent years, which establishes the country as a leading power in the worldwide space exploration competition. China continuously breaks U.S. space exploration dominance by achieving milestones including the Tiangong space station as well as the Mars Zhurong rover and the Moon’s... Read more »

Researchers in Australia have uncovered an innovative method to enhance the strength of concrete by incorporating charred coffee grounds. Every year, approximately 10 billion kilograms (22 billion pounds) of coffee waste are generated worldwide, with most of it ending up in landfills. The accumulation of organic waste contributes significantly to... Read more »

The first-ever fatal crash involving a fully autonomous vehicle took place in San Francisco on January 19. The driverless car belonged to Waymo, but the tragic accident was not caused by its technology. A human-driven SUV, traveling at high speed, triggered a six-car pileup that left one person dead and... Read more »

AI and robotics continue to push the boundaries of technology, and a recent collaboration between NVIDIA and 1X Technologies is a prime example. At 1X Technologies’ San Francisco headquarters, the company’s humanoid robot, NEO Gamma, presented NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang with a custom black leather jacket. As part of this... Read more »

Tesla is set to expand its footprint in the Middle East, officially entering Saudi Arabia, the Gulf region’s largest economy. The EV giant announced an April 10 launch event in the kingdom, where it will showcase its electric vehicles and highlight innovations in AI and autonomous driving. Saudi Arabia, a... Read more »

The United States military will transform aerial warfare through the development of the F-47 Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter. The US Air Force declared that the F-47 fighter production will commence to become the world’s first operational sixth-generation fighter aircraft. The F-47 Next Generation Air Dominance fighter will become... Read more »

The joint research between OpenAI and MIT Media Lab indicates that ChatGPT generates loneliness among users who engage with the platform most often. The research team studies the social isolation effects because some users use the chatbot as their emotional outlet even though it was not intended to function as... Read more »

The most recent Cybertruck development has brought up major doubts about both product quality and driving safety. The company has suspended vehicle deliveries because its exterior part adhesive fails during operation, which results in panels separating from the vehicle. Multiple Cybertruck owners have experienced unexpected detachment of their vehicle parts.... Read more »

The future of air cargo transportation is on the verge of a revolution, thanks to groundbreaking advancements in hypersonic aviation. Hyperian Aerospace, a U.S.-based firm, has introduced an ambitious concept for a hypersonic cargo aircraft—HYPERLiner Cargo—which aims to redefine global shipping with speeds reaching Mach 10 (7,672 mph). Hyperian Aerospace... Read more »

Renewable energy didn’t just make gains in 2024—it completely dominated. An overwhelming 92.5% of all new power capacity added to the grid came from renewable sources, signaling that the transition away from fossil fuels is no longer just a goal but an undeniable reality. Yet, despite this record-breaking growth, the... Read more »

You think you know your taste in shows. But research tells us your favorite stories might be revealing something deeper about who you are—and why you keep coming back.... Read more »

The viral #CookieChallenge may seem harmless, but for trauma survivors, it can awaken old fears and future-trip their parenting. Here’s what to watch out for.... Read more »

Exercise interventions significantly improve flexibility, cognitive control, motor skills, coordination, social skills, and behavioral challenges for kids on the autism spectrum.... Read more »

Narcissistic gaslighting, shame, and projective identification can trigger dissociation, causing victims to feel emotionally fragmented. Learn how to heal and reconnect.... Read more »

AI is putting expert knowledge at your fingertips—so now what? Explore how this powerful shift is changing the way we think, make decisions, and connect with real experts.... Read more »

Personal Perspective: Despite my "up" personality, I find that every day, a new layer of anxiety appears and tries to envelop me—but there are always reasons to smile.... Read more »

Our ancient instincts—belief, fear, and aggression—drive contemporary conflict. Teaching tenacity, empathy, and critical thinking presents a hopeful path forward.... Read more »

When a mental health professional breaks a client's trust or wrongs them in some way, is suing their only recourse? Consider these alternatives before taking legal action.... Read more »

Measles is spreading fast across the U.S., putting infants at risk. Should babies get vaccinated before age 1? Here's what parents need to know about early MMR shots.... Read more »

Parenting is overwhelming, but you still have to care for yourself to be able to support your kids.... Read more »

Is "The White Lotus" just for cringe and shock value, or does it have something interesting to say about sadism, narcissism, and family enmeshment?... Read more »

Augmentations remain more popular, but since 2019, reductions are up 64 percent.... Read more »

Managing an interpersonal rift with someone about whom we care can be difficult and painful; fortunately, there are practical tools to help navigate the process of reconnecting.... Read more »

The shifting landscape is fine with inequality, and global health will suffer.... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)What Is A Hologram?The Holographic PrincipleThe Black Hole ConnectionWhy Does It Matter?Ongoing Research And QuestionsA Final Word The idea of residing within a hologram remains a hypothesis. It has not been universally accepted among physicists and continues to be one of several theories attempting to... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Definition Of EntropyWhy Do We Need To Study Entropy?Why Is Entropy Important In The Evolution Of The Universe?Examples Of Entropy In The Evolution Of The UniverseConclusion Entropy follows a unidirectional arrow, where it can only increase or remain the same, and the implications of either... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)The Complex Yet Simple Structure Of The Y Chromosome Posed A ChallengeTechnical LimitationsRecent BreakthroughsThe Significance Of Sequencing The Y Chromosome In spite of being the smallest chromosome, the Y chromosome was a challenge to sequence. Its DNA sequences are filled with long repetitive sequences called... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)The Many Causes Of PhubbingConsequences Of PhubbingMitigating Phubbing: Finding Balance In Smartphone Use Phubbing is a portmanteau of “phone” and “snubbing”. It refers to the act of prioritizing one’s mobile device over the people who are physically present during social interactions. In an era defined... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Vast Greenhouse Gas EmissionsSlow Tree GrowthGlobal Implementation ChallengesTrees And WildfiresEcosystem PreservationCarbon Capture Technologies And Sustainability Conclusion It takes decades for forests to grow, so planting trees won’t reduce the effects of climate change, as the amount of greenhouse gas emissions in the air is massive. ... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)What’s Pushing The Water?Where Does The Water Go?How To Create Spikes On Your Ice Ice cubes in a tray expand as they freeze from the surface, so the water inside is squeezed out, which is how spikes form on ice cubes. Do the humble ice... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Foot Binding As A Cultural ParadoxOrigins Of Foot Binding: A Historical EnigmaCultural Symbolism: The Lotus In The MudSocioeconomic Dimensions: Mobility, Class, And LaborEthnicity And Han IdentityConclusion Foot binding reflected social, economic, and cultural influences, transforming a physically harmful ritual into an unusual symbol of beauty.... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)A Background On ProhibitionThe Rise Of Organized CrimeLack Of EnforcementEconomic ImpactsPublic Opinion And RepealConclusion Prohibition banned legal alcohol, creating a lucrative black market that organized crime groups exploited, significantly expanding their power. Prohibition in the United States, a period often synonymous with the Roaring Twenties,... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Distance And LogisticsHostile EncountersClimate ChangeCultural DynamicsLegacy And MemoryConclusion The Vikings stopped sending expeditions due to the unsustainable settlements, hostile relations with indigenous peoples, and climate change. The Vikings, legendary for their seafaring prowess and exploration, stand out in history for their expansion across Europe and... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Introduction: The Expected SupernovaThe Red SupergiantEvidence From AutopsiesCarbon’s Role In A Star’s LifeThe Case Of BetelgeuseSumming It All Up Undergoing a Supernova is one of the ways through which a star ends its life, but other ways include forming Black holes, neutron stars and white... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Masters Of DisguiseEyes In Their Skin?Chromatic CosplayIt’s All In The PupilsConclusion Octopuses and most other cephalopods are colorblind, as they only have one visual pigment. Scientists have suggested two hypotheses for how these animals can camouflage in spite of their colorblindness: they either have eyes... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)The Diversity Of ExoplanetsGiving Names To These WanderersComparing PlanetsIdentifying The Worlds Where Humans Can SurviveWhat If The Planet Is Habitable At Present But Will Become Violent In The Future?Engaging The Public To rule out planets outside our solar system that exhibit conditions unable to sustain... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)A Pull Towards The Adventure Of LifeThe Individual Versus SocietyThe Desert Island As A Philosophical IdeaReflections And Psychological ResilienceConclusion The castaway experience embodies the essence of human resilience and ingenuity, representing the constant struggle between independence and community. Marooned on an azure ocean’s whimsy, a... Read more »

Table of Contents (click to expand)Humans As Super-predatorsHuman-generated Stress In AnimalsExperimental EvidenceWhat’s Next? Humans are super-predators. We not only kill more than the biggest predators in the animal kingdom, scientists have also found that our presence, even in areas where we visit as tourists, can induce alarm and fear in... Read more »