theory of relativity

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Today's standard picture of the universe is built on Einstein's general theory of relativity and the standard model of particle physics.

From Science Daily • Jan. 11, 2026

Then, Albert Einstein solved the tension by coming up with the theory of relativity, which explains how massive objects cause distortions in spacetime.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024

High-energy muons traveling at near–light-speed endure longer, for milliseconds, because of the time dilation predicted by Einstein’s theory of relativity.

From Science Magazine • Mar. 27, 2024

Here, the theory goes, all physical laws, including Einstein's general theory of relativity, no longer apply; the principle of causality is suspended.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2024

Finally, in 1915, he proposed what we now call the general theory of relativity.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking