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New tech, old clothes

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Can magician apprentice know what his master is writing just by hearing it?

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Non-religious reasons to have highly advanced physical simulations without any AI which can predict or mimic human behaviour, even algorithmically?

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Technologically advanced humanity without internet

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How to keep democracies from falling behind technologically?

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Could a species be highly apathetic to their brethren yet have a strong pack/herd mentality?

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Can selective breeding maximize human intelligence without major complications?

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How can an unimaginably huge life form reliably communicate with mortals?

Are gunswords feasible?

How can I prevent the collapse of the Soviet Union?

Where can I transform without being noticed?

Would fixed-wing aircraft still exist if helicopters had been invented (and flown) before them?

Could large but sparsely populated country control its borders?

Would a lizard-mounted cavalry be effective against pikes?

Why would a God of Murder be worshipped by a society?

Why would a city not use names?

Does precognition make (structured) learning obsolete?

Could a race with 20th century computer technology plausibly develop general-purpose AI?

What's the ideal spot on Earth for a planned city?

Would ATV Cavalry be as effective as horse cavalry?

What kind of spells would magicians cast in combat if the fuel to magic is very expensive

What would make a race of super indestructible aliens vulnerable to swords/metal blades?

Permitting Customizable UI for a Spaceship's Systems

Why would terrorists target terraforming?

New tech, old clothes

How would it be possible to have a singular island that is the only place suitable for human life?

No work and all play makes Jack... no boy?

Can magician apprentice know what his master is writing just by hearing it?

Non-religious reasons to have highly advanced physical simulations without any AI which can predict or mimic human behaviour, even algorithmically?

Technologically advanced humanity without internet

Would merfolk gain any real advantage from mounts (and beasts of burden)?

How to keep democracies from falling behind technologically?

Could a species be highly apathetic to their brethren yet have a strong pack/herd mentality?

Can selective breeding maximize human intelligence without major complications?

Is it possible for a fairly large community to remain hidden in Scandinavia until the start of the 20th century?

Would it be possible for a civilization to create machines before wheels?

How do I prevent the collapse of Francia