The Red Stuff

Today on Far Future Horizons we present ~ “The Red Stuff” a documentary on the history of the Soviet Space program.

The Secrets of Quantum Physics Episode 2 Let There Be Life

Today on Far Future Horizons we present the second episode of professor  Jim Al-Khalili’s “The Secrets of Quantum Physics. In this installment we will explore the applications of Quantum Mechanics in unlocking the mysteries of life itself.

The Secrets of Quantum Physics Episode 1 Einstein's Nightmare

Today on Far Future Horizons we introduce a new two part documentary series hosted by Professor Jim Al-Khalili ~ The Secrets of Quantum Physics.

The Atomic Bomber

Today on Far Future Horizons we present an episode from the acclaimed documentary series Planes that Never Flew- The Atomic Bomber. This episode examines the WS-125, an attempt by the United States Air Force to develop a nuclear powered strategic bomber which could fly non-stop without refuelling. It was eventually cancelled in 1961 as unfeasible.

The Ancient Mega-Fort

Today on Far Future Horizons we present another exciting episode of the acclaimed documentary series Ancient Discoveries which explores the defences of ancient forts and cities.

Holding off invasion and protecting its people,ancient civilizations came up with creative, efficient and effective means of self-protection and defence.

The Path to Nuclear Fission

Today on Far Future Horizons we present the acclaimed film documentary “The Path to Nuclear Fission: The Story of Lise Meitner and Otto Hahn”, concerning the discovery of nuclear fission, the splitting of the atom and the life story of the two scientists who played a crucial role in this scientific breakthrough.

The Wonderful World of Tomorrow

Two Astronauts View Saturn From Titan's Surface

"Here's to the bright New Year, and a fond farewell to the old; here's to the things that are yet to come, and to the memories that we hold." ~ Author unknown

"Let us move on, and step out boldly, though it be into the night, and we can scarcely see the way." ~ Charles B. Newcomb

The New Year of 2015 promises to be as exhilarating as the previous year of 2014 for those of us at Far Future Horizons  as we continue to work towards the exploration and settlement of the exciting new frontiers of sea, space and to chart the human journey across time and space.

Far Future Horizons is all about exploration, discovery, and stepping forward to face future challenges boldly and decisively. The existential threats facing our global civilization are many but; we firmly believe that there are no limits to the growth and the future prosperity of the human species. Human inventiveness and ingenuity can help us surmount any problem or obstacle in our path. This is the message that this blog site hopes to convey to its readers in this New Year of 2015 and beyond.

So on behalf of all of us here at Far Future Horizons I invite you, dear readers, to step out boldly, though it be into the night, and we can scarcely see the way to the wonderful year ahead of 2015! Happy New Year One and All!

The theme of today’s five video features presents both a retrospective and prospective concerning “The Wonderful World of Tomorrow”.