Need a reminder of what's up in the farthest frontier of 'Star Trek' before 'Starfleet Academy'? Class is now in session.

For decades, scientists have tried to turn the question of alien life from late-night speculation into something you can ...

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Prepare to laugh, ponder, and take a closer look at humanity through a cosmic lens as award-winning author Momoko Uno releases her latest science fiction comedy, “Hello Humans.” Combining sharp wit, ...

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The latest Star Trek series picks up from the events of Discovery, and includes returning characters and references to Trek ...

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Communication with non-intelligent entities has nearly been impossible for humans. However, a group of Australian scientists ...

A group of Australian scientists have revealed how we may be able to learn to speak with aliens, and the answer is found ...

Humans have yet to find aliens. But they are already preparing for the day this happens, and have been working on languages ...