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How the universe sends messages: the physics of information
From tugged ropes and barking dogs to phone calls and gravity itself, information is physical. And it never travels instantly.
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1 day ago


Why tripping sends you forward and slipping throws you backward
Why does a raised slab send you face down, while a wet patch lands you on your back? The answer lies in how motion travels through your body, one atom at a time.
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5 days ago


Why does space look dark even though it is full of light?
The universe is flooded with light, yet most of it goes unnoticed. We perceive only a tiny fraction: the photons that happen to reach our eyes.
Physics Core
Dec 27, 2025


If gravity were stronger, the universe would collapse into a black hole
Gravity is absurdly weak, and that is why the universe exists. Discover why if gravity were stronger, the universe would collapse into a black hole.
Physics Core
Dec 20, 2025


Birth of the Solar System: From Dust to Starlight and Planets
The Universe keeps a record of everything that happens within it, including the birth and evolution of stars and planets. Discover what science has learned about the Solar System by studying the debris left behind by its violent beginning
Physics Core
Dec 16, 2025


When Earth breathes fire: the science of volcanoes
From Earth’s formation in ancient stardust to glowing lava fountains, discover the physics that drives volcanic eruptions.
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Dec 12, 2025


Does Earth get heavier as the human population grows? A beautiful lesson in closed systems
Every new human comes from the planet itself. Find out why population growth doesn’t add a pound to Earth’s weight, as it functions as a closed system
Physics Core
Dec 8, 2025


Gravity on a Flat Earth: living in a skewed wonderland
Gain a deeper understanding of how gravity shapes our world by exploring how it would behave in a hypothetical Flat-Earth scenario.
Physics Core
Dec 2, 2025


Skydiving from a Space Station? Here is why this wouldn’t work
Debunking the “space skydive” myth. Why do astronauts float weightlessly on the International Space Station, whereas airplane passengers walk as if they are on solid ground? Understanding the difference between aerodynamic lift and orbital motion
Physics Core
Nov 28, 2025
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