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Review of Pretty Much the Final Episode of 'Picard'
Well, I stopped reviewing Picard Season 3 after the 3rd episode of that season in March. Why? A combination of work on the radio play of my alternate history story about The Beatles, "It's Real Life" ... and, truthfully, I wasn't finding this final season all too captivating. But I've watched the rest of it in the past few days, and I thought the final four episodes were pure gold. Here's why:
By Paul Levinson3 years ago in Futurism
Social Implications in a Customizable Era of Spectacle
Is it just me or was Trump’s “I just got arrested” party at Mar-a-lago giving big southern fraternity formal vibes? It had a red carpet, a crowd of cheering fans, media, press and everything. Because Donald Trump….was arrested and charged with 34 counts of criminal acts…..woo, let’s party! In an era of spectacle, anything works as an excuse to dress up, get drinks, and take pictures, for the memories, right?
By Jenna in the Stars3 years ago in Futurism
'The Mandalorian': Why The Darksaber Needed To Be Destroyed
WARNING: SPOILERS for The Mandalorian 3x08, 'The Return' After a few ups and downs, season three of The Mandalorian has come to a surprisingly happy conclusion. Despite the pleasant ending, the finale, and the season as a whole, have divided fans.
By Kristy Anderson3 years ago in Futurism
The Lost City of Atlantis
Once upon a time, there was a great and advanced civilization known as Atlantis, which was located in the middle of the ocean. It was said that the Atlanteans were highly intelligent and possessed knowledge and technology that far surpassed anything known to humanity today.
By Word Weaver 3 years ago in Futurism
Exploring the Metaverse: Opportunities and Challenges in the Future of Virtual Interaction
The metaverse is a concept that has been gaining increasing attention in recent years. It refers to a virtual world where people can interact with each other and digital objects in real-time, using virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. The metaverse is still in its early stages of development, but it has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology and with each other. In this article, we will explore what the metaverse is, its potential applications, and the challenges it poses.
By Muhammad Telmeez 3 years ago in Futurism
The Rise of Cryptocurrency: Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of Decentralized Digital Currency
Cryptocurrency, also known as digital or virtual currency, is a form of decentralized currency that uses cryptography to secure transactions and control the creation of new units. Unlike traditional currencies, cryptocurrencies operate independently of a central bank and are not regulated by any government or financial institution. Cryptocurrencies have been gaining increasing attention and popularity in recent years, as they offer a number of advantages over traditional currencies, such as lower transaction fees and faster processing times. In this article, we will explore what cryptocurrency is, how it works, and the benefits and challenges it poses.
By Muhammad Telmeez 3 years ago in Futurism
