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The Biggest Misconception in Physics

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A huge thank you to Prof. Geraint Lewis, Prof. Melissa Franklin, Prof. David Kaiser, Elba Alonso-Monsalve, Richard Behiel, Prof. Leo Stein and Jakob Schwintenberg for their invaluable expertise and contributions to this video.

The Largest Object in the Universe Breaks the Laws of Physics

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In March 2025, astronomers announced the "largest cosmic structure discovered to date". They called it Quipu. And Quipu is just the latest entry in a list of structures that are too big for cosmologists to explain without revisiting one of the most fundamental assumptions they have about the universe.

The Hole In Relativity Einstein Didn’t Predict

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Why does energy disappear in General Relativity?

Brian Cox breaks down the most mysterious scale in the cosmos

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"It's a very, very beautiful calculation, but it's the best example I know of the relationship between these rather abstract quantities perhaps and something that you can look at in a telescope."

Will Natrium Nuclear Reactors Change Everything?

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In February 2025 I got to visit Terrapower, a self-proclaimed nuclear innovation company. In part one of this sponsored series, you saw the science behind turning nuclear waste into cancer medication.

Why Climate Action Is Unstoppable — and “Climate Realism” Is a Myth | Al Gore | TED

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In this urgent and hard-hitting talk, Nobel Laureate Al Gore thoroughly dismantles the fossil fuel industry’s narrative of "climate realism," contrasting their misleading claims with the remarkable advancements in renewable energy.

How to Build in Space — for Life on Earth | Ariel Ekblaw | TED

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Is space the “final frontier” — or the perfect place to revolutionize life on Earth?

Turning Nuclear Waste Into Cancer Drugs

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In February 2025 I got to visit Terrapower, a self-proclaimed nuclear innovation company.

No one really knows what a tree is - Max G. Levy

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Dig into the system that helps scientists distinguish trees from other varieties of plants, and what characteristics make a tree.

How Nuclear Flies Protect You from Flesh-Eating Parasites

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A war has been raging for decades in the jungles of Panama, as we fight one of the most terrifying parasites on Earth.

Something Strange Happens When You Trust Quantum Mechanics

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A massive thank you to Dr. Andrew Mitchell for all his help and expertise.

Can This Robotic Suit Make An Average Guy Run Faster? | WIRED

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Are we entering a new era where technology can help everyday runners break through their natural barriers?

We have the tools to fix our food system. Why aren’t we using them? | Hannah Ritchie

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"Our food systems are the leading driver of deforestation, the leading driver of biodiversity loss, the leading driver of fresh water use, and the leading driver of water pollution."

This Room is Lethally Radioactive...For SCIENCE!

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Deep in the deserts of Idaho sits a giant box. It was made for nuclear science. It’s the most radioactive room on Earth.

Why Scientists Launch Fish With Cannons

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That cannon that shoots salmon across dams is more than just a meme. It's a real way scientists are trying to help fish return from their breeding grounds... and it's not even the silliest one.

Which Planet Has The Strongest Quakes?

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Earth might be the only planet with tectonic plates, but it is not the only one with quakes because quakes can be caused by a ton of different things in the solar system.

What If It Rains Bananas For A Single Day? (Spoiler: It's Bad)

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Can jellyfish power Tokyo? What would happen if it rained bananas for a day? We're taking two of your most absurd (and brilliant) questions and answer them with real science.

Why are there two tides a day? - Elise Cutts

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Dig into how the Sun and Moon are responsible for the tides on Earth, and what this force looks like on other celestial bodies.

Your Time Machine Broke - At The Worst Time In History

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What happens when your time machine breaks and you end up stranded millions of years ago?

What if you just keep zooming in?

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Here’s what happens when you just keep zooming in.

Doctor Answers Physical Therapy Questions

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Board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist Dr. Courtney Mears joins WIRED to answer the internet's burning questions about physical therapy.