New Carlo Rovelli book challenges science's understanding of reality and the universe

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:44:44 UTCUpdated Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:44:44 UTCOriginal reporting: NPR Top

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In his latest book, the world-renowned physicist draws on science and philosophy to explore the notion that the university and reality are fully knowable.

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