Hidden in the Arabian Sea, Socotra remained one of the most remote and mysterious islands on Earth. Despite belonging to Yemen, one of the world’s most dangerous countries, the island felt peaceful, ...

A forgotten Star Trek episode was secretly inspired by a classic sci-fi film, shaping the reveal of one of the franchise’s most iconic aliens.

Humanity loves exploring space, but do we deserve it?

SETI has spent decades listening for a sharp, well-defined radio signal that could indicate it was sent by distant intelligent life. Now researchers believe that space weather could distort and blur s ...

Starting a new character? Make them stand out with an active background full of "plot hooks" that you, the player, can use.