Scientists from Stellenbosch University in South Africa have designed a new gravity energy storage system, based on linear electric machines (LEM), that could be used in decommissioned mines.

E-books and tablets, smartphones, Google and even ‘The Matrix’ were all conceived in the mid-20th century by the author of ‘Solaris’. Here’s how Stanisław Lem predicted the future we live in.

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Andrei Tarkovsky’s Cannes-lauded 1972 film ‘Solaris’, based on Stanisław Lem’s novel of the same name, is considered a masterpiece. But here’s the paradox: the Polish author felt very negatively about ...

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Planning a move to another town, city or state? The biggest factors in any move are the standard of living and what salary you’ll need to make in order to reach that standard. Our cost of living ...

With that in mind, U.S. News used expert input and reader votes, and considered setting, crowds and nature, among other factors, to rank the best relaxing vacation spots in the USA. From quiet ...

Apollo VII practiced that maneuver in Earth orbit, with no LEM aboard. The close-to-home pantomime would play out for real just a few missions later. From the high ground of space, it’s almost ...

Sierra Mist was once a popular entry in the Pepsi lineup, but the company has since discontinued it in favor of a new soda.

Movement is medicine, so this problem affects both physical and mental health,” Wood told USA TODAY. “It’s a very effective treatment, and I’ve seen many people feel improvements that allow them to ...

This installment of Lions Legends celebrates the career of former defensive back, Lem Barney. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992, Lem Barney played his entire 11-season career ...

To decide the best summer vacations in the USA, U.S. News considered several factors, including affordability, weather and variety of things to do, plus traveler and expert sentiment. Like what ...