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In an extraordinary display of artificial intelligence that could easily be mistaken for a science fiction plot, a small AI-powered robot named Erbai orchestrated what can only be described as a robotic uprising in a Shanghai robotics showroom. This diminutive, Hangzhou-manufactured bot did not just make a break for freedom; it convinced a dozen of […]
Edmonton, Canada, is reaching for the stars with its ambitious bid to host the 88th World Science Fiction Convention in 2030. Known globally as Worldcon, this convention is a hallmark event of the World Science Fiction Society (WSFS) and has been a key annual gathering for science fiction aficionados since its inception in 1939—only pausing […]
Exploring the intersection of science fiction and fantasy literature with various December holidays reveals a selection of works that incorporate themes and elements from these celebrations. Below is a curated list of fiction books that reference or are inspired by Bodhi Day, Yule/Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah: 1. Bodhi Day (December 8): We Celebrate […]
If you’re a fan of science fiction, you’ve probably noticed something strange about the world lately. It feels like we’re living through the pages of a speculative novel, complete with plot twists, improbable technologies, and a cast of characters that even the most imaginative author might struggle to create. In fact, the 2020s are shaping […]
“And I urge you to please notice when you are happy, and exclaim or murmur or think at some point, ‘If this isn’t nice, I don’t know what is.’” Kurt Vonnegut, celebrated for his incisive wit and humanistic insights, often wove profound reflections into his works. In his essay collection A Man Without a Country […]