Futurism – Lifeboat News: The Blog

Scientist, 104, begins trip to end his life

Posted by Genevieve Klien in futurism

May 2
2018

David Goodall is not terminally ill but wants to die, and resents that he cannot elect to do so in Australia.

This Artificial Eye Uses ‘Muscles’ To See Better Than Humans

Posted by Shane Hinshaw in futurism

May 2
2018

Scientists have created an artificial eye that can see better than us.

Dense urbanism is great for downtowns. But what about suburbs?

Posted by Bill Kemp in futurism

May 2
2018

Urbanist Brent Toderian reflects on which suburbs can be saved and made more walkable.

Abstractions blog

Posted by Genevieve Klien in futurism

May 1
2018

Abstractions navigates promising ideas in science and mathematics. Journey with us and join the conversation.

An update on the potential habitability of TRAPPIST-1

Posted by Alberto Lao in futurism

May 1
2018

No aliens yet, but we’ve learned a lot.

One year ago, Franck Marchis wrote an article about the remarkable discovery of the TRAPPIST-1 system. Here’s an update.

Earth’s Terrifying Magnetic Field Reversal Just Got a New Timeline

Posted by Genevieve Klien in futurism

Apr 30
2018

Scientists say the South Atlantic Anomaly, a disturbance in Earth’s magnetic field, doesn’t indicate that it’s about to reverse polarity. By studying past geological scenarios, researchers conclude that the current weirdness in Earth’s magnetic field most likely won’t result in an excursion or even a full reversal.

Futurism Youtube Channels

Posted by Jacob Anderson in futurism

Apr 30
2018

List. The Best Futurism Youtube Channels from thousands of Futurism Youtube Channels in our index using search and social metrics. We’ve carefully selected these youtubers because they are actively working to educate, inspire, and empower their audience with frequent updates and high-quality videos.

These Youtube Channels are ranked based on following criteria.

Bioquark Inc — The Theatre of U Podcast — Ira Pastor

Posted by Ira S. Pastor in aging, bioengineering, biotech/medical, business, DNA, futurism, genetics, health, innovation, life extensionTagged anti-aging, bioquark, health, healthspan, immortality, lifespan, longevity, reanima, wellness

Apr 30
2018

https://www.uqpower.com.au/podcast/spotlight-on-ira-pastor-genetic-regeneration

Reunion Island volcano erupts

Posted by Genevieve Klien in futurism

Apr 29
2018

It’s said to be one of the most active volcanoes in the world.

Le Piton de la Fournaise on Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean started spewing lava on Friday and continued into the weekend.

And there was a spectacular light show for those who ventured out.

One sightseer said: My husband is Reunion, we come once or twice a year.

Is Facebook And Social Media Psychologically Destroying This Generation?

Posted by Dave Holt in futurism

Apr 28
2018

I have noticed that people are commenting on my article after looking at the picture and not even watching the videos or reading it. This is related to the point I’m making in this article about programming.

When the top executives, that helped create Facebook and make it popular, are warning people against the destructive and negative side of it and social media, we should be listening. Find out what they said and what really going on and why…