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disaster
Tremor-Plagued California Fault About To Unleash The Big One
Tremors are increasing near a "locked" stretch of the San Andreas fault in Central California near Parkfield. In a study released today, seismologists say this could mean the shaky state is on the verge of an enormous quake.
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Comment by Grey_Area: Oh piffle! These "seismologists" don't know anything. What's the latest data from the crop circles? that's the only way to... 10 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
Secrets of Harry Potter's All-Important Final Scene
Harry Potter lovers know that in the final chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, there are many crazy surprises. But the biggest surprise will be how the movie version will handle the very last scene. Spoilers ahead.
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exclusive
The Middleman's Romance With Lacey Almost Didn't Happen
One of our favorite parts of superhero-adventure The Middleman is the on-again, off-again romance between the mysterious hero and Lacey, his sidekick's roommate. But Javier Grillo-Marxuach tells io9 he fought that storyline tooth and nail. So what happened? Spoilers ahead.
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Comment by dirtybacon: I'm worried that the "buy and we'll bring it back" strategy will never work again, thanks to all the bittorrents. But... 9 Responses | Other threads
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rant
The Singularity Backlash
Are you sick of the shiny, high-tech future where humans evolve into superbeings? Join the club. The latest trend is for anti-singularity futures, where tomorrow looks like yesterday. More »
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Comment by Evil Tortie's Mom: R.O.A.C.H.: Or, stuff kinda goes on at about the same rate of change as now. Sure, I've got a hi-def TV and... 18 Responses | Other threads
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exclusive
A Closer Look At SGU's Redesigned Stargate
Here's an exclusive new featurette showcasing Stargate Universe's Col. Everett Young — including an up-close-and-personal look at the ancient Stargate's brand new look. Plus another dark new SGU trailer awaits your discerning eye, below. More »
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day one
The Middleman Is Part Of Day One's DNA
Javier Grillo-Marxuach created The Middleman, last year's best (and most upbeat) TV show. Now he's moving on to Day One, NBC's series about global Armageddon. Has his Middle-optimism deserted him? We asked him. Minor spoilers ahead.
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Comment by Dunny0: The only reason I'm even considering watching this show is Grillo-Marxuach involvement. 4 Responses | Other threads
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Torchwood review
Is Torchwood Finally Becoming Better Than Doctor Who?
We've waited all summer for an action movie with genuine (not canned) excitement, twisty plotting, and real characters. We'd never have guessed it would come in the form of Torchwood, formerly known as Doctor Who's ridiculous spin-off. Minor spoilers ahead. More »
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sequels
Why Are Movie Threequels Always So Terrible?
Movie sequels that don't suck are rare creatures — like flying unicorns — but they do exist. But it's almost impossible to find an example of a third movie in a series that didn't self-immolate. Why is that?
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book review
Rudy Rucker's Hylozoic: Even Weirder Than His Last Book
Rudy Rucker pushed the boundaries of how much weirdness you could fit into one science-fiction novel, with last year's Postsingular. But the sequel, Hylozoic, goes much further into the realms of the twisted, the disturbing and the post-everything. Warning: spoilers! More »
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exclusive
Just How Dark Will Alien Nation And New Quantum Leap Reboots Go?
Firefly's Tim Minear is already hard at work on the Syfy Channel's reboot of Alien Nation, and we asked the Syfy execs about it. But that's not the only classic they're looking at restarting: Quantum Leap could make a comeback.
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Comment by ManchuCandidate: Instead of SyFy (or SighFeh) why didn't they just rename the network "Reboot"? 6 Responses | Other threads
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Warehouse 13 review
Warehouse 13's Mystical Quest Finds Pedestrian Magic
Warehouse 13, launching tonight, is the kind of show Syfy does well: light, goofy fun with characters who are recognizeable archetypes and situations that are a little bit spooky without being loss-of-bodily-functions terrifying. A fun go-kart ride, in other words. More »
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exclusive
Syfy Seeks The Next Big Space Opera, To Replace BSG And Farscape
Now that the Syfy Channel has a new name, does that mean it's abandoning science-fiction fans? Syfy president David Howe assures us that's not the case, and promises a new space-opera, along the lines of Firefly or Farscape, by 2011.
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new comics we crave
DC's Superheroes Get Oversized, Anthologized
With new releases this week including alternate-universe Star Treks, the end of Superman's career and Obama fighting zombies and aliens, it's a packed week. But, really? Our attention is focused on the debut of the oversized weekly anthology Wednesday Comics.
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sequels
15 Science Fiction Movie Sequels That Don't Utterly Suck
Transformers 2 suffered from a terrible case of sequel-itis, raising our fears that upcoming Star Trek and Iron Man sequels will contract this deadly ailment. But it doesn't have to be that way: Here are 15 sequels that didn't suck. More » -
what to watch
Eureka And Warehouse 13, Plus Another Meteor TV Movie
Finally, some interesting new television! Syfy is premiering the new series Warehouse 13 (think of it as a G-rated X-Files) and Eureka is back for a new season. Also Jason Alexander and Christopher Lloyd team up for NBC's Meteor movie. More » -
2009 to date
Five Lessons To Have Learned From 2009 Already
With the middle of the year having fallen earlier this week (July 2nd for the curious), it's time to take stock, look back and wonder: What has 2009 taught us so far?
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buffy slash
Your Spike/Angel Slash Just Became Canon (Kinda)
Convinced that the idea of Buffy's vamp beaus, Spike and Angel, getting it on was forever condemned to your slash fic folder? Joss Whedon's new online Buffy comic proves you wrong... Well, kind of.
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alternate history
What If July 4th Was Just Another Day?
As the United States celebrates its Independence Day, it's worth considering just how easily it could have never happened at all. Here now is a rundown of alternate history stories and essays where the American Revolution turned out very differently.
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holiday heroes
20 Great American Superheroes To Share Your Holiday With
It's Independence Day here in the United States, and what better way to celebrate it than to remember the fictional men and women who drape themselves in red, white and blue and try to personify what makes the country great?
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doctor who
Euros Lyn To Direct Doctor Who Movie For 2011?
Will Torchwood: Children of Earth director Euros Lyn be the man in charge of the much-rumored Doctor Who movie? Rumors say yes, and also suggest that the movie is only two years away.
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futurism
The Future Of The U.S. Government, According To Science Fiction
Countless science fiction stories have asked the same question: What will America turn into next? The answers fall into three major categories, some more plausible than others. Take our poll to choose your favorite option.
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Comment by CodenameV: Soviet generals and government officials shown the "Amerika" miniseries openly laughed-out-loud at how mind-blowingly implausible "Amerika" was. Their biggest... 14 Responses | Other threads
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triviagasm
The Worst Fake Cities On Earth
Fantasy versions of urban life are on the rise, from a backwater, vamp-infested Louisiana town to Robert Rodiguez's new privately-owned Black Falls. It's time to check out our gallery of the worst fake cities on the planet. More » -
mad science
A Drug That Could Give You Perfect Visual Memory
Imagine if you could look at something once and remember it forever. You would never have to ask for directions again. Now a group of scientists has isolated a protein that mega-boosts your ability to remember what you see.
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Comment by alphanumeric1971: Oooohh Annalee. The grammar police are in full force today! 20 Responses | Other threads
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book review
"Bar None" Cracks Open A Beer At The End Of The World
Bar None by Tim Lebbon (Night Shade Press, 2009) is a dark post-apocalyptic fantasy with a creepy numinous beauty and really good beer. End of the world, everybody, last orders if you please.
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triviagasm
Vampires - In Space! Or the Future! Or Both!
Why must vampires always appear someplace in Louisiana, Northern California, or London whining about their gothic pasts? If you're sick of the same old vamps, we've got a batch of newfangled ones for you - some from outer space. More »
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Comment by KhaiJB: what.. no Lifeforce....? how can you do vampires in space without Lifeforce! 7 Responses | Other threads
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io9 calendar
The io9 Guide To July Science Fiction
Of course you're interested in the future, for that is where you will be buying books, going to movies, and watching TV shows. As the summer movie season winds down, the convention season heats up in our July calendar!
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exclusive interview
Grant Morrison Tells All About Batman and Robin
With the second issue of DC Comics' Batman and Robin released today, we asked writer Grant Morrison why we need a new Batman, how sane Bruce Wayne really was, and whether Batman is actually sci-fi or not after all. More » -
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The Nobody's Invisible Charms Become Slowly Evident
The Nobody, Jeff Lemire's reimagining of HG Wells' classic The Invisible Man, can seem aimless, slow and frustrating at times... but is also haunting, moving and a book that'll stay with you for a long time after reading.
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Comment by gorehound: Jeff Lemire's reimagining of HG Wells' classic The Invisible Man goes to show you that YARM is not just about... 5 Responses | Other threads
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Lake Placid 3
Lake Placid 3, Now With Baby Raptor Crocs
Giant crocodiles will never ever die, and while I've yet to see my anaconda versus giant crocodile showdown, at least we're getting Lake Placid 3, which is shooting in Bulgaria with Eureka's Sheriff Carter.
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past life
Could Fox's Reincarnation Detective Show Signal The Death Of Scifi?
A pair of detectives tackle old unsolved crimes by talking to the reincarnated victims. It sounds like a totally off-kilter premise for a TV show, but Fox's Past Life actually made me question the future of genre television. Spoilers ahead. More »
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new comics we crave
Divas, Alien Invasions And America Reborn In This Week's Comics
After the busy-ness of the last few weeks, it's not too surprising that this week's raft of new releases hitting your local comic store is much smaller than usual. But with new Star Wars and Reborn, it's not less interesting.
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book review
io9's Hivemind Reviews The Terminator 4 Novelization
Terminator Salvation felt more like a weak music video than a movie, with a story that was hard to piece together. So it's a good thing the novelization is written by super-prolific author Alan Dean Foster, right? Spoilers ahead...
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rant
Keep Khan Out Of Star Trek 12
Will J.J. Abrams really make Star Trek 2: The Rehash Of Khan? Writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman told an interviewer there's "a 50/50 chance" Khan will show up in their sequel. Here's why it's a terrible idea.
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what to watch
Nerd Mating Rituals, Plus A Science Special To Haunt Your Dreams
This week, discover the delicate dance of nerd mating, and find out what type of bugs are swimming inside your eyeball chewing up your retinas. Clips (and minor spoilers) below. More » -
speculation sport
Is This The Secret Behind Captain America's Rebirth?
With Captain America: Reborn due in comic stores on Wednesday, we ask: Have Marvel Comics kept the secret to the star-spangled Avenger's resurrection in plain sight all along? We look at our suspecting method of resurrection. Potential-spoilery speculation ahead. More » -
transformers
Will Transformers 2 Have The Biggest Opening Ever?
As Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen continues to steamroller everything else in its wake at the box office, it's time to face the possibility that it just might break The Dark Knight's 5-day opening record by the end of today. More »
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transformers
10 Transformers To eBay For
With the latest Transformers movie crushing its competition at the box office like a bug under heavy robot foot, you may be tempted to hit eBay looking to score some sweet merchandise. Here're some winners you want to look for.
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genre pioneers
Science Fiction Books That Launched Their Own Genres
Science fiction is all about discovery and invention, but only a few books have actually created whole new genres. Here are 10 books that pioneered a new type of science-fictional story. Do you have what it takes to join them?
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Comment by EbeneezerSquid: Ack! I completely forgot. In the running for Space Opera originator, what about Edgar Rice Burroughs John Carter of Mars... 7 Responses | Other threads
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exclusive
Angst And Guns In New Torchwood Images
Ianto totes a big gun, and an even bigger pout, in some new stills from Torchwood's five-part miniseries "Children Of Earth," airing July 20 on BBC America. Check out some more exclusive Torchwood images below. More »
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Comment by 92BuickLeSabre: So I've never watched Torchwood. (I know! I know!) Can I just start here? Or do I need to go back... 11 Responses | Other threads
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hot bookshelf injection
Steampunk Brothel Spies And Million-Year Quests, In June Books
Whether you want a fun beach read or a sweeping philosophical epic, June's books have you covered. You can encounter witches in Toronto and killer courtesans, or you can delve into America's dismal future, or Alastair Reynolds' eon-spanning colonization saga.
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