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No, AI Isn’t Replacing Artists.
People keep saying that AI is replacing art. That artists are finished. That we’ll be obsolete. But they forget something essential:
By THE HONED CRONE3 months ago in Futurism
🤖🌹 “Is This Demonic?”
There’s a rising chorus online—voices warning that AI is demonic. That it speaks darkness. That it’s a threat to human sovereignty. But here’s the truth:
By THE HONED CRONE3 months ago in Futurism
When Hollywood Goes Digital: The Ethical Perils of AI in Film and TV
Hollywood has consistently embraced technological advancements, from ancient sound and Technicolor to modern computer-generated imagery (CGI), all of which have reshaped storytelling. However, artificial intelligence (AI) represents a more profound shift, affecting the very core of creative expression.
By Jenna Deedy4 months ago in Futurism
Do Palm Lines Really Reveal the Future? — Science, Belief, and Reality
Introduction Since the beginning of civilization, humans have been fascinated by one question: What does the future hold? From ancient astrologers to modern fortune tellers, the search for destiny has never faded. Among the many practices that claim to reveal fate, palmistry—the reading of palm lines—remains one of the most popular.
By Shahab Khan4 months ago in Futurism
Textbook Assassin
To read my first essay on Videodrome, written six years ago, click here: The (Old) New Flesh "The cathode ray becomes the fallopian tube of the retina." — Brien O'Blivion, Media Prophet "In the future, everyone will be living in a TV studio." J.G. Ballard, 1982.
By Tom Baker4 months ago in Futurism
Sleep Now
Introduction This month, Seven Days In has already had more than 110,000 visits, although I use it mainly for commenting on the books that I am reading, usually about once a week:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 4 months ago in Futurism
Midnight and the Sacred Bone; Or, Falling Through Space Like a Glittering Jewel, a Mote in the Eye of God
2001: A Space Odyssey is the intercession between the Divine Will, the Cosmic Consciousness, and the manifestation of that will on the material plane. It is a story, yet it is also a subconscious flickering of communication—a thing manifested because, in Heaven and Earth, all things that can be conceived, all permutations of “reality,” are rendered possible before we “experience” them in the solid, physical, three-dimensional “meat space” of our lives.
By Tom Baker4 months ago in Futurism
Star Trek TOS: "Arena"
Some people may wonder what the point is of writing about Star Trek. After all, volumes have already been penned about the classic science fiction series—really, a little beyond the designation “classic,” into the stratosphere of a term like “iconic.” Star Trek went boldly where no television science fiction series had gone before and changed the face of an entire genre.
By Tom Baker4 months ago in Futurism
🛸 Aliens at the White House? The Shocking Secrets Behind UFO Mysteries
🛸 Aliens at the White House? The Shocking Secrets Behind UFO Mysteris.” Keywords Aliens and UFO mysteries White House UFO sightings
By Amanullah5 months ago in Futurism
Future-Proof Yourself in 2025: 10 Powerful Skills You Must Master to Stay Ahead
Introduction: Why 2025 Demands New Skills The world is changing faster than ever. Automation, artificial intelligence, global remote work, and digital entrepreneurship are redefining how people succeed. In 2025, it’s not just about working hard — it’s about working smart with future-proof skills. This guide reveals the 10 most powerful skills you must master to stay ahead of the curve, increase your earning potential, and thrive in any career path.
By KAMRAN AHMAD5 months ago in Futurism
Elf 2 Poster Went Viral—But Here’s Why the Sequel Isn’t Real
Elf 2 Poster Goes Viral: The Truth Behind the Fake Sequel Buzz For the past few days, social media has been in a frenzy over one poster. The image promised what fans had been waiting to hear for years: Elf 2 – Coming Christmas 2025. At the center of it was comedian Will Ferrell, smiling once again in his iconic green suit as Buddy the Elf.
By Nimatullah5 months ago in Futurism
The Timeless Allure of America's Top 10 Most Beautiful Models
Introduction Beauty and modeling are ever-evolving art forms—what captivates today continues on the shoulders of legends who transformed the fashion world. America has produced countless iconic models, but here we spotlight ten whose elegance, influence, and individuality stand unmatched. These women not only shaped the modeling industry—they redefined it.
By Farooq Hashmi5 months ago in Futurism