The value of science fiction awards

Posted by Paul Raven @ 28-08-2006 in Science Fiction

It’s Worldcon weekend, which means that the Hugo award winners have been announced – congratulations to all who picked one up, and commiserations to those who did not. I’m going to take this opportunity, however, to ask a topical question – do awards like the Hugos really mean anything, from the point of view of the average reader? Continue reading “The value of science fiction awards”

The ultimate endorsement

Posted by Paul Raven @ 04-08-2006 in General • Science Fiction

It’s a tough gig, this blogging thing, y’know. It’s like working in a vacuum, wondering if you’ll ever get a gasp of air. Today, I got a big old lung-full. Continue reading “The ultimate endorsement”

Subvocal thought control

Posted by Paul Raven @ 26-03-2006 in Technology

Yet another example of how the world is becoming more and more like a science fiction story every day. Researchers at NASA’s Ames Research Laboratory have developed a sensor system that can read your thoughts.
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