Controversial Sci-Fi Megacity

Plus, cities on an asteroid.

The Futurist uncovers unique and inspiring topics that feed your curiosity. Curated articles on technology, science, and culture delivered to your inbox. Not for you? Unsubscribe by clicking here. /innovation THESE EXCLUSIVE SATELLITE IMAGES SHOW THAT SAUDI ARABIA'S SCI-FI MEGACITY IS WELL UNDERWAY Satellite images of the controversial $500 billion project obtained exclusively by MIT Technology Review show that the Line's vast linear building site is already taking shape, running as straight as an arrow across the deserts and through the mountains of northern Saudi Arabia. The site, tens of meters deep in places, is teeming with many hundreds of construction vehicles and likely thousands of workers, themselves housed in sprawling bases nearby. MIT Technology Review /explore EXPLORE THE WORLD AND CONVERSE LIKE A LOCAL WITH BABBEL Going on vacation is great, but exploring the world like a local is even better. Not speaking the language is no longer an excuse: with Babbel, you can learn to speak a new language in just three weeks. The language learning platform offers 10‑minute lessons designed by real language experts, focused on conversational skills in 14 languages. Subscribers also have access to accent-perfecting speech recognition technology, live online classes, games, and more to help you build confidence before you board your flight. Sign up today to get up to 55% off your subscription. [Partner] LEARN MORE WITH BABBEL /cosmos CITIES ON ASTEROIDS? IT COULD WORK — IN THEORY This past year, Jeff Bezos launched himself into space, while Elon Musk funded a space flight for a non-astronaut crew. Space collaborations between government and private entities, including Musk's SpaceX and Bezos's Blue Origin have become increasingly common. But with the recent emergence of the so-called "New Space" movement, aerospace companies are working to develop low-cost access to space for everyone, not only billionaires. University of Rochester News Center /health GOODBYE, INFLAMMATION Phil Mickelson was not a coffee guy for the longest time, then his health started to take a turn and someone very wise showed him the antioxidant benefits of coffee and the wide, wonderful world of collagen, coconut MCT oil, and more. Together, they founded For Wellness to fight inflammation, decrease fatigue, increase focus, improve skin health, and more. It's a powder you put in your coffee, blend, and enjoy. That easy. Nothing more to say. Just try it. GET BETTER WITH FOR WELLNESS /exterior @seanbrucecassidy /yikes TWITTER: A MESSY ACQUISITION THUS FAR Regardless of how you feel about the new owner of Twitter, Elon Musk is in the hot seat and has come under fire due to the decisions he's made for one of the biggest social media platforms around. The acquisition took months of review from Twitter, Elon and the justice system to ensure all regulatory requirements were met. No one knew exactly what Elon's Twitter would look like, but the current rate at which it seems to be dropping in popularity is unexpected given the $44 billion price tag Elon paid for the company. The Futurist /inspiration MODERNA'S MRNA CANCER VACCINE SHOWS PROMISE IN PRELIMINARY STUDY A customized Moderna vaccine helped ward off the recurrence of melanoma in a mid-stage trial, a milestone in long-running efforts to use the shots as treatments and a big step in the biotech's ascent. The combination of Moderna's personalized cancer vaccine and Merck & Co.'s Keytruda cancer immunotherapy reduced patients' risk of relapse or death by about 44%, versus Keytruda alone, in the 150‑volunteer study, the companies said Tuesday. Wall Street Journal May require a subscription to read. /posted @polyhop /bites These earbuds rule and are at the best price they will ever be — Get 83% off now Get ready to travel, meet new people and explore the world with Babbel — Start learning Want to increase the cool factor of your home? Get this beautiful minimalist corner lamp — Light it up with 70% off THE FUTURIST Advertise |  Talk to Us  |  Shop |  Unsubscribe |  Our Friends @ The Fanny Pack Powered by StackCommerce 21 Market Street | Venice, CA 90291 View this email in your browser