May the 4th be with you

From warp drives to lightsabers to deadly battle droids, here are 7 futuristic Star Wars technologies that scientists are working on in real life.

In 1994, physicist Miguel Alcubierre published a paper showing how warp drive could be physically possible, by using equal amounts of positive and negative energy to simultaneously compress the space in front of a spaceship while expanding the space behind it. In June 2021, an auction winner paid $28 million to join the inaugural flight of Blue Origin, a commercial space travel company founded by Amazon's Jeff Bezos. The lucky winner’s son joined Bezos and his brother on a 10-minute trip to space — reaching a maximum altitude of about 62 miles (100 kilometers) above Earth (technically, past the point where Earth's atmosphere ends and space begins). That's an expensive 10 minutes — but some experts have predicted that the cost of commercial space travel could drop to about $100,000 per person in the coming decade. In our world, commercial space travel costs a bit more — and you don't even get to leave the solar system. However, creative inventors — like those behind the YouTube channel Hacksmith — have come up with some clever (and deadly) laser swords that come pretty close to the preferred weapon of the Jedi. In 2018, Hacksmith created the world's first retractable, plasma-based energy sword, with a 4,000-degree Fahrenheit (2,200 degrees Celsius) blade capable of cutting through solid titanium. Depending on how well your lightsaber works, you may soon need the assistance of a bionic arm, like the one Luke receives at the end of "Empire." Here's a piece of technology that's not just science fiction anymore. U.S. tech firm Boston Dynamics demonstrates this with two now-infamous robots: Atlas — a terrifyingly agile bipedal droid that can sprint, backflip and do parkour — and the robo-dog Spot — an autonomous, four-legged robot that has already found work in hospital wards, on farms and with the NYPD. These bots aren't designed specifically for combat, — but we'd hate to run into either of them in a dark alley at night.

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We've received your submission.Back to ReadingMay 4, 2022 12:24amUpdatedMay 4, 2022 12:48am1 of 13The world eagerly watched along in 1977 as Luke Skywalker, played by Mark Hamill, become one of the greatest Jedi the galaxy has ever known.©Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard2 of 13With her famous double-bun hairstyle, Carrie Fisher took the galaxy by storm as Princess Leia.ZUMAPRESS.comFacebookTwitterFlipboard3 of 13Han Solo, captain of the Millennium Falcon and played by heartthrob Harrison Ford, played an essential role in the fight against the Empire.ZUMAPRESS.comFacebookTwitterFlipboard4 of 13Chewbacca's distinctive growl was a mixture of bear, walrus, lion, badger and sick animal noises. Solo's co-pilot was played by Peter Mayhew.Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard5 of 13Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, played by Ewan McGregor, trained Skywalker to become the original series hero.© 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard6 of 13Robots C-3PO and R2D2 served as comic relief throughout the serious moments of the Star Wars movies.©Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard7 of 13Even those who haven't seen the movies can recognize Darth Vader's iconic line, "I am your father." ©Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard9 of 13Grogu, better known to fans as "baby Yoda," stole the galaxy's hearts when he appeared in "The Mandalorian."Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard10 of 13Din Djarin, the titular character of "The Mandalorian" series, was a bounty hunter-turned-hero after he opted to save Grogu rather than bring him to the Imperial forces.Lucasfilm/Walt Disney Productions / Cortesía AlbumFacebookTwitterFlipboard11 of 13Always flanked by Stormtroopers, Kylo Ren, played by Adam Driver, possessed the same evil nature and fiery anger as Darth Vader.Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard12 of 13Rey, played by Daisy Ridley, is a self-proclaimed Skywalker though she descends from evil Sith Emperor Palpatine.Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard13 of 13Like Rey, FN-2187, or Finn, was born in to evil. Played by John Boyega, Finn turned on his Stormtrooper upbringing to join Rey in restoring justice.ZUMAPRESS.comFacebookTwitterFlipboardUp NextA peek inside the 2022 Met Gala David Prowse physically portrayed the character and James Earl Jones provided the voice.©Lucasfilm Ltd.FacebookTwitterFlipboard8 of 13Jedi Master Yoda may be the most quotable character of the entire series, which iconic lines such as "Do or do not. EntertainmentFacebookTwitterWhatsAppEmailCopyMay the 4th be with you: The iconic characters of Star WarsByPost StaffSocial Links for Post StaffView Author ArchiveGet author RSS feedThanks for contacting us.

The franchise which started as a film series, has been expanded into TV shows, video games, comic books, and theme parks. But why is it that every year on the ...

The earliest use of this play on words dates back to 1978, one year after the release of 'A New Hope', where American newspapers cleverly used the phrase in the headlines on Independence Day on the 4th July. The reoccurrence of this phrase in the movies gave way to the saying, 'May the 4th be with you'. As most fans know, the fourth day in May become known as Star Wars Day because of the play on words it has with the phrase, 'May the force be with you,' used by Jedi Masters throughout the franchise.

May the Fourth be with you! To mark Star Wars Day today, here are some memorable ways to celebrate the Disney-owned film franchise.

unnatural – Emperor Palpatine (Revenge of the Sith / Rise of Skywalker) This is the way – The Armorer (The Mandalorian) I’m one with the Force. The Force is with me – Chirrut Îmwe (Rogue One)

May the force be with this galactic saga as fans from all over the world celebrate their love for this franchise today- also known as Star Wars Day! The ...

Well, a long time ago, in a galaxy not so far away, a fandom was born for Star Wars. May the force be with this galactic saga as fans from all over the world celebrate their love for this franchise today- also known as Star Wars Day! The franchise has long been recognised for its iconic storytelling, with each and every character’s intriguing backstory. Masterpieces like The Last Jedi to The Rise Of Sky Walkers and spinoffs The Book Of Boba Fett and The Mandalorian, speak volumes for George Lucas’ beloved creations that have been critically acclaimed as some of history’s best Sci-Fi titles. "May the 4th be with you," has been trending on social media platforms since Wednesday morning.

The day was not declared by Lucasfilm but the film company has since embraced the idea of celebrating Star Wars on the day. Advertisement ...

10. Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi (2017) 9. Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015) 8. Star Wars: Episode VI - Return Of The Jedi (1983) 3. Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge Of The Sith (2005) 2. Star Wars: Episode II - Attack Of The Clones (2002) 1. Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999)

Star Wars: Age of Republic is a canon comic-book miniseries and focuses on iconic heroes and villains in the prequel trilogy era. Comic Book: Darth Maul. Star ...

Kylo Ren hesitates to fire on the lead Resistance ship after sensing his mother Leia’s presence on board, but his wingmen destroy the bridge, killing most of the Resistance’s leaders. But the Skywalker legacy casts a long shadow, the currents of the dark side run deep, and Darth Vader’s blood runs in Ben’s veins. Star Wars: Thrawn is a comic book adapting a novel of the same name. Disguised as the bounty hunter Boushh, Princess Leia infiltrates the palace under the pretence of collecting the bounty on Chewbacca and unfreezes Han, but is caught and enslaved. As the others rendezvous with the Rebel Alliance, Luke returns to Dagobah to complete his Jedi training with Yoda, whom he discovers is dying. But after a string of bad luck and near escapes, Doctor Aphra is back on the job. Guided by the disembodied voice of Obi-Wan’s spirit, Luke uses the Force to aim his torpedoes into the exhaust port, destroying the Death Star moments before it fires on the Rebel base. Fifteen years later, cargo pilot Bodhi Rook defects from the Empire, taking a holographic message recorded by Galen to Gerrera on the desert moon Jedha. Rebel Alliance intelligence officer Cassian Andor learns of Rook’s defection and the Death Star from an informant. Research scientist Galen Erso and his family are hiding on the planet Lah’mu when Imperial weapons developer Orson Krennic arrives to press him into completing the Death Star, a space station-based superweapon capable of destroying entire planets. There are some corners of the galaxy so dark and desperate that even Vader can be a knight in shining armour. However, as much as I love all things Star Wars, it is easy to feel entirely overwhelmed by the sheer number of things that exist in the universe. Today is May the 4th, a single day a year where it’s not only okay to shout about your love for all things Star Wars but encouraged.

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Star Wars use of the phrase, “May the fourth be with you”, which is a pun based on the iconic Star Wars catchphrase “May the force be with you”. McDiarmuid starred in What Shadows at the Royal Lyceum in September. In 2013, the Walt Disney Company officially began observing the day with Star Wars themed events and festivities at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Additionally, some Star Wars fans take the joke a step farther by participating in extra celebrations on 6 May, dubbed "Revenge of the Sixth" in honour of the 2005 instalment of the Star Wars epic Revenge of the Sith. What is Star Wars Day and when is it? The Capital’s biggest Star Wars link is that Angus MacInnes, the actor who played Gold Leader in the first Star Wars movie, lives in Edinburgh.

Today is May the 4th – which means it's Star Wars Day! However, those of you who are not familiar with the way of the Jedi may not know why, on this very day, sci-fi fans across the galaxy celebrate George Lucas' work. First thing's first: say "May the ...

Fans from across the world often post their Star Wars celebrations online, with many poking fun at the beloved franchise. The phrase originated in Star Wars: A New Hope, with many fans attributing it to the Jedi Master known as Obi-Wan Kenobi. However, the first person to actually say "may the Force be with you" was General Dodonna, one of the Rebel leaders who says the phrase when dismissing his troops. On May 3 that year, Margaret Thatcher was elected Prime Minister of England, and her party, the Conservatives, took out an advertisement in the London Evening News (a paper that was later absorbed by the Evening Standard) that read: "May the Fourth Be with You, Maggie. Congratulations."

New trailers and hints about the latest films might be teased by Disney today.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s overlord Kevin Feige is also reportedly overseeing a Star Wars project, but this is similarly vague. Taika Waititi, the director of Thor: Ragnarok and Thor: Love and Thunder is attached to another upcoming Star Wars project, but this doesn’t even have a title. May 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, marks the celebration of all things from a galaxy far, far away.

Star Wars Day, celebrated annually on May 4, started as a fan-led celebration of the science fiction franchise based on the Jedi greeting, "May the Force be ...

Thom said he started sending annual "May the 4th Be With You" messages to the company after sharing his pun with coworkers on set. The California Legislature officially declared May 4 to be Star Wars Day in 2019. The official Star Wars website said Lucasfilm historians believe the phrase "May the 4th be with you" was first used as a Fourth of July greeting in 1978, just one year after the release of the first Star Wars film, which was later retitled Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope.

When did May the 4th become Star Wars Day? Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi. (Image credit: Lucasfilm).

Fans from across the world often post their Star Wars celebrations online, with many poking fun at the beloved franchise. The phrase originated in Star Wars: A New Hope, with many fans attributing it to the Jedi Master known as Obi-Wan Kenobi. However, the first person to actually say "may the Force be with you" was General Dodonna, one of the Rebel leaders who says the phrase when dismissing his troops. On May 3 that year, Margaret Thatcher was elected Prime Minister of England, and her party, the Conservatives, took out an advertisement in the London Evening News (a paper that was later absorbed by the Evening Standard) that read: "May the Fourth Be with You, Maggie. Congratulations."

To celebrate Star Wars day The Mancunion's Joe McFadden details what makes Star Wars: The Clone Wars so personal to him.

But one thing that we will always have is Star Wars: The Clone Wars and those magical moments spent a long time ago, in a galaxy far far away. However, most importantly, it was something I shared with my brother, and that is why I will always be grateful for this show. For me, this is why Star Wars: The Clone Wars was the most important show of my childhood. The Clone Wars was such a huge part of our childhood that when it ended 6 weeks after we turned 18 it only felt appropriate that our childhood should end with it. On May 4th 2020, The Clone Wars aired its series finale ‘Victory and Death’, the epic conclusion not just to the thrilling ‘Siege of Mandalore’ arc, or the show itself, but to our childhoods. Now, some of you may be reading this and think he’s dead but I assure you that is not the case. Now, if you are not a Star Wars fan this will mean nothing to you but back in 2008 exploring this relatively new era of Star Wars in a mainstream TV show was a very exciting prospect. It opened my eyes to the magic of Star Wars, a franchise that has had such a defining effect on my life, and most importantly, formed the centrepiece of mine and my brother’s relationship for much of our later childhood. Time and again, The Clone Wars refused to pull its punches and was all the better for it. Instead, I discovered it on my own – or rather fittingly, with my brother – and that is why I think The Clone Wars had such an effect on my formative years. The Clone Wars wasn’t a show that talked down to its audience, but instead taught them and encouraged them to grow up with it. Following its August 2008 film debut, Star Wars: The Clone Wars premiered on the small screen on October 3rd of that year.

Mamma's celebrated 30 years with a Star Wars themed birthday party. Pizzas included: Ham Solo, Cheese-3-PO, BBQ-D-2, Boba Feta and Darth Veggie.

Star Wars use of the phrase, “May the fourth be with you”, which is a pun based on the iconic Star Wars catchphrase “May the force be with you”. McDiarmuid starred in What Shadows at the Royal Lyceum in September. In 2013, the Walt Disney Company officially began observing the day with Star Wars themed events and festivities at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Additionally, some Star Wars fans take the joke a step farther by participating in extra celebrations on 6 May, dubbed "Revenge of the Sixth" in honour of the 2005 instalment of the Star Wars epic Revenge of the Sith. What is Star Wars Day and when is it? The Capital’s biggest Star Wars link is that Angus MacInnes, the actor who played Gold Leader in the first Star Wars movie, lives in Edinburgh.

Angus also founded Mamma's restaurant in the Grassmarket with wife Kate in 1985. Mamma's celebrated 30 years with a Star Wars themed birthday party. Pizzas ...

Star Wars use of the phrase, “May the fourth be with you”, which is a pun based on the iconic Star Wars catchphrase “May the force be with you”. McDiarmuid starred in What Shadows at the Royal Lyceum in September. In 2013, the Walt Disney Company officially began observing the day with Star Wars themed events and festivities at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Additionally, some Star Wars fans take the joke a step farther by participating in extra celebrations on 6 May, dubbed "Revenge of the Sixth" in honour of the 2005 instalment of the Star Wars epic Revenge of the Sith. What is Star Wars Day and when is it? The Capital’s biggest Star Wars link is that Angus MacInnes, the actor who played Gold Leader in the first Star Wars movie, lives in Edinburgh.

Celebrate Star Wars Day by treating yourself to some goodies, from LEGO to Funko Pops, there's a lot of great Star Wars stuff out there for fans.

We hope that helps you with your Star Wars Day festivities. Of course there are Star Wars Funko Pops – in its mission to immortalise every figure from popular culture, how could Funko not include one of the biggest sci-fi franchises of all time? As Star Wars fans say every year on this day, may the 4th be with you.

Mamma's celebrated 30 years with a Star Wars themed birthday party. Pizzas included: Ham Solo, Cheese-3-PO, BBQ-D-2, Boba Feta and Darth Veggie.

Star Wars use of the phrase, “May the fourth be with you”, which is a pun based on the iconic Star Wars catchphrase “May the force be with you”. McDiarmuid starred in What Shadows at the Royal Lyceum in September. In 2013, the Walt Disney Company officially began observing the day with Star Wars themed events and festivities at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Additionally, some Star Wars fans take the joke a step farther by participating in extra celebrations on 6 May, dubbed "Revenge of the Sixth" in honour of the 2005 instalment of the Star Wars epic Revenge of the Sith. What is Star Wars Day and when is it? The Capital’s biggest Star Wars link is that Angus MacInnes, the actor who played Gold Leader in the first Star Wars movie, lives in Edinburgh.

There are even some brand-new Star Wars products launching for May 4th, including stylish accessories from Stoney Clover Lane and sophisticated, slick rugs from ...

Best of all, the company’s Star Wars Home products are 25% off through the end of the month. If you’re gearing up for your next Star Wars binge, Best Buy has every single film in the series on sale in a number of formats. With a variety of options that include Dark Side and Tatooine bed collections, towels sporting ancient Jedi text and a Galaxy Chunky Knit Throw perfect for the couch, Sobel Westex’ Star Wars gear blend the signature colors of the series’ iconic characters and worlds with high-end designs that even your non-nerdy friends will appreciate. If you’re looking for a more universe-appropriate way to take on the competition in games like Star Wars Battlefront II and Star Wars Squadrons, Razer’s Mandalorian-inspired controller is for you. If you’re looking for a blend of Dark Souls’ skillful combat and Metroid Prime’s rich exploration — or simply want a great Star Wars game — add this one to your collection now. Chewy has a ton of great Star Wars toys and supplies for your furry friend, and through May 5th, you’ll get $10 off any purchase of $25 or more. Ideal for builders age 10 and up, this 519-piece kit comes with its own display stand and a tiny D-O minifigure to join the rest of your Lego “Star Wars” crew. Otterbox makes some of our favorite phone cases out there, and you can get 15% off the company’s entire Star Wars collection for May the 4th. May the 4th is a great time to geek out on all things “Star Wars” — and save some cash on a bunch of cool intergalactic gear while you’re at it. From toys and games to home goods for your personal outpost, here are the best “Star Wars” Day deals we’ve spotted around the web. Darth Maul’s lightsaber is still the coolest one in all of “Star Wars,” and this special Lightsaber Forge model lets the Padawan in your life truly make it their own. It doesn’t get much more adorable than Build-a-Bear’s “Star Wars” plush collection, which is currently up to 30% off for May the 4th.

Today is May 4th and there's no better time to celebrate whether you're in this galaxy or one “far, far away.” The day is a tribute to “Star Wars,” and the ...

Fans of Star Wars now use the day to hold parties or community events. You can go here to see more about how to celebrate Star Wars Day, including the premiere of “Disney Gallery: The Book of Boba Fett” on Disney+. You can go here to see some of the best Star Wars Day 2022 deals. According to Starwars.com, the holiday has no single point of origin and is instead a grassroots phenomenon celebrating the sci-fi classic.