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The New Techno-Eschatology: AGI and Secular Religion

March 25, 2025 · 5 min read

Some techies today fear hell—not from a god, but from a computer.  Human beings have a habit of wrapping up big unknowns in familiar stories. Even in our high-tech, secular age, the quest to create Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) often comes with a kind of religious or end-of-the-world fervor. Some communities of self-described rationalists speak […]

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The New Techno-Eschatology: AGI and Secular Religion

Some techies today fear hell—not from a god, but from a computer.  Human beings have a habit of wrapping up big unknowns in familiar stories. Even in our high-tech, secular age, the quest to create Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) often comes with a kind of religious or end-of-the-world fervor. Some communities of self-described rationalists speak […]

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Astronomy

Harvard Astronomer Finds Interstellar Comet Is Wobbling

In late 2025, astronomers spotted something rare: an object from another star system racing through ours. Named 3I/ATLAS, it became only the third known interstellar visitor ever observed. Now, a new paper co-authored by Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb claims this object may be doing something unusual—it appears to be “wobbling.” But before we jump to […]

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Biology

How This Study Could Improve Liver Cancer Treatment

Here’s a question that could change cancer treatment: What if a liver tumor isn’t as resistant to treatment as it seems? A new study on Yttrium-90 radioembolization is turning the spotlight on this very possibility, busting myths about how we perceive and treat hypovascular liver tumors. Imagine a typical rural health facility in a low- […]

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Biology

Polar Bears: Adapting to Survive Amidst Climate Change

As Arctic sea ice declines due to climate change, polar bears, iconic symbols of the Arctic, are demonstrating remarkable adaptability. Recent reports from various scientific sources indicate that some populations of polar bears are not only surviving but, in some areas, thriving despite the challenges posed by a warming climate. This paradoxical situation highlights the […]

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Psychology

Most “Bizarre Beliefs” Aren’t Real Beliefs

A health worker in a coastal city scrolls through WhatsApp messages during a lunch break. A voice note says vaccines are dangerous. The sender is not a stranger—it’s a cousin. The message is short, confident, and emotionally loaded. Now picture a student in an overcrowded lab, trying to decide whether a “new study” posted on […]

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Astronomy

Unveiling the Mysteries of Mars’ Moons: Phobos and Deimos

The Red Planet, Mars, has long captivated human imagination and scientific inquiry. Yet, its enigmatic moons, Phobos and Deimos, remain an unsolved mystery since their discovery in 1877. These potato-shaped satellites have puzzled scientists with their irregular shapes and unexpected surface features. Recent initiatives, most notably by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), are set […]

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Computing

Deepfake Videos: Understanding the Technology and Its Implications

Deepfake videos have rapidly emerged as one of the most discussed topics in digital media today. With the rise of artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques, creating hyper-realistic fake videos has become increasingly accessible, raising concerns about misinformation, identity theft, and the erosion of trust in online content. What Are Deepfake Videos? Deepfake videos are […]

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Chemistry

Forests, Nitrogen, and Carbon Storage

Young tropical forests could be holding back our fight against climate change—because they’re starving for nitrogen. Researchers have discovered that nitrogen addition could boost biomass accumulation by nearly 50% in young forests. Nutrient shortage sounds vague, but think of it like baking a cake. Without the right ingredients, even a brilliant baker can’t whip up […]

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Astronomy

Decoding the Hidden Lives of Jupiter’s Clouds

The enigmatic clouds swirling around Jupiter have long tantalized astronomers, concealing secrets about the gas giant’s true composition. Recent breakthroughs in space exploration and astrophysics are finally unraveling these mysteries, shedding light on how Jupiter, and indeed our entire solar system, was formed. Unveiling Jupiter’s Atmospheric Secrets For centuries, Jupiter’s thick cloud bands have guarded […]

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Astronomy

How This Study Could Improve Our Galaxy View

One percent of all the dust around the Circinus galaxy was ignored. But what’s hiding within that cosmic cloud could revolutionize our understanding of black holes. In many rural communities, residents gather nightly under clear skies to share stories of the constellations. These conversations often hint at ancient mysteries lurking in the stars. Now, scientists […]

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