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Aug 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
Einstein’s quantum mechanics letter remains most famous
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The article revisits Albert Einstein’s letter arguing against quantum mechanics, noting the phrasing “der Alte, the Old One, not God.” It highlights that the letter was sent to a friend who later won the Nobel for the idea it attacked, and discusses the biography behind the five polished words.
WHO: Albert Einstein
WHAT: Einstein’s letter arguing against quantum mechanics is revisited, including its wording and the recipient who later won a Nobel for the idea it criticized.
WHEN: Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 7:12 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The article is prompted by the enduring fame of Einstein’s letter and its role in the ongoing debate over quantum mechanics.
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