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The Phantom Singularity

fmg Sunday October 13, 2024

What is a phantom singularity meaned to be? The Schwarzschild metric has got one at the event horizon. This singularity is due to the choice of coordinates which are not suited to describe what is going on at this position.

The Phantom Singularity | Space Time

PBS Space Time
Jan 19, 2017

Magical equation nonsense?

fmg Monday October 7, 2024

A new paper tries to unite quantum physics and Einsteins's general relativity based upon Planck scale formalism. Unfortunately Sabine Hossenfelder doesn't know what Planck scale formalism is supposed to be, neither do I. However, the new paper is kind of entertaining. It claims to explain so many things all in one. Quote [4m48s]: a lot of crap papers get published. Relax and enjoy:

A New Theory of Everything Just Dropped!

Sabine Hossenfelder
Sep 9, 2024

Science, truth and the law

fmg Wednesday August 28, 2024

The scientific method requires an open minded community and freedom of speech to discuss controversial topics. But sometimes there are unpleasant results. Revealing the truth may have effects on someone's reputation. This is where a replacement for the scientific method comes into play: the law.

These Scientists Got Sued for Doing Their Job

Sabine Hossenfelder
Dec 9, 2023