Xiaomi Launches Door Lock with Finger Vein Scan

Xiaomi has released a door lock that unlocks using a finger vein pattern scan - it's said to be safer and more accurate than a fingerprint, and it works even with dirty hands. The Smart Door Lock 2 Finger Vein Edition can also be opened with a smartphone/watch via NFC or Bluetooth, a key, or a PIN code. Additionally, there's a night vision camera and a display on the handle to see who has come to you.

New Trend in China: Women Pay for Hugs

In China, single women have launched a new trend. They are willing to pay strangers for simple hugs. The average rate for a five-minute hug is from three to seven US dollars. Hugs from strangers help women cope with stress and gain support. They meet men in shopping centers or metro stations. But there are certain requirements. Often, when choosing, they pay attention to the man's physique and facial features. Thus, Chinese man Zhou diligently keeps in shape and looks, so he can earn about 240 dollars for 34 sessions.

Tom Cruise Jumps with Burning Parachute

Tom Cruise jumped with a burning parachute during the filming of the latest installment of 'Mission: Impossible' - it was one of the most challenging stunts in the career of the 62-year-old actor. The fabric ignited and completely burned up in flight, and at the end, Tom opened the reserve parachute. To capture the perfect take, he jumped 16 times in a row, earning him a place in the Guinness Book of Records.

Cargo Ship Ablaze in the Pacific: Firefighting Efforts Continue

A cargo ship carrying cars from China to Mexico has been on fire in the Pacific Ocean for three days, with extinguishing efforts remaining unsuccessful. The fire started on the deck with electric vehicles, which could not be put out even by the powerful onboard firefighting system, forcing the entire crew to evacuate. Whether the fire can be extinguished from other ships is still unknown. In 2022, under similar circumstances, a ship sank carrying thousands of Porsches, Bentleys, and Lamborghinis, part of which were also electric and resistant to extinguishing efforts.

Volvo Introduces Next Generation Seatbelt

Volvo has created a 'next-generation seatbelt' that adapts to body structure and crashes. The technology works based on a multitude of sensors that take into account height, weight, seat position, and more. In the event of a collision, they swiftly calculate the force needed to restrain the body to minimize the risk of injury. Such belts will begin appearing in Volvo cars by 2026.

Children Can Choose Traits

The company Nucleus has introduced a service that allows you to select traits for your future children - much like creating a character in a game. The service works with embryos through IVF. Here’s how it works: Parents receive data on the embryos and upload it to the service. They configure the “traits” of their future child - gender, eye color, hair color, height, IQ, and also check the probability of hereditary diseases. The selected embryo is implanted into the uterus via IVF and in 9 months, a child is born. The cost of the procedure excluding the IVF and delivery - $5,999. However, there are no guarantees, only probabilities.

Waymo Robotaxis Overtake Lyft in San Francisco

Waymo's driverless taxis have surpassed Lyft in the ridesharing market share in San Francisco and could catch up to Uber within a year. The company is already performing 250,000 rides per week, with the total number of rides surpassing 10 million since the start of the year. People just wanted a taxi where nobody talks to them.

Former President of Iceland Becomes Tour Guide

The former President of Iceland, Guðni Jóhannesson, has decided to pursue what he loves after his political career and has become a tour guide in a park. According to Guðni, he has always been inspired by nature and communication with people, which is why he now tells tourists about volcanoes.

MrBeast borrowed money from his mom for the wedding

MrBeast borrowed money from his mom for the wedding. All the millions earned he reinvests into content production. Jimmy revealed this in response to the news that he became the only billionaire under 30 years old who did not inherit his wealth. According to him, all his wealth exists only on paper, and this year he plans to spend around 250 million dollars on filming.

Tourists Surprised by Sudden Eruption of Mount Etna

A video from Sicily emerged on social networks showing a sudden eruption of Mount Etna catching hundreds of tourists off guard, who then had to urgently flee the slopes. Fortunately, there were no injuries, and there is no serious danger for the residents. Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe, erupting several times a month and leaving huge layers of ash on the streets.

Mass Adoption of AI Scanners in Chinese Canteens

In China, canteens are massively implementing AI scanners that instantly recognize dishes on a tray and automatically generate a bill. The entire process takes literally seconds, and people no longer need to explain what's on their plate. The technology works by means of visual analysis: a camera scans the tray, and a neural network recognizes each item and immediately displays the total amount on the screen.

Poor Vision of Humpback Whales

Due to poor vision, humpback whales constantly bump into things. American scientists have discovered that nature has endowed humpback whales with extremely poor vision - by human standards. According to them, because of this, the underwater giants regularly get caught in fishing nets or collide with small boats.

Electronic tattoo

Scientists have developed an electronic tattoo to monitor the mental strain of individuals. According to the scientists, their development will be useful for air traffic controllers and representatives of several other professions, which require consistently high levels of concentration. The study's authors are confident that people work best when they are neither overwhelmed with tasks nor bored.

In China, turnstiles open only with a smile

In China, turnstiles have started to open only with a smile. To pass through such systems with facial recognition, showing your face is not enough; you must smile. Without a smile, there is no access. This initiative is promoted as a way to increase 'positivity' in public places.

Netherlands to Build Europe's Largest Floating Village

The largest floating village in Europe will be built in the Netherlands. It will be located in one of Rotterdam's oldest docks, but the entire complex can be towed elsewhere if necessary. Promises include more than a hundred affordable apartments, shops, streets with mini-parks, and boat docks. Additionally, reed beds will surround the perimeter, purifying the water. Local authorities have already approved the project, but there are no specific completion dates yet.

New Internet Speed Record Set in Japan

In Japan, a new internet speed record was set by transmitting 1.02 petabits (127,500 GB) per second over a distance of 1808 km. The technology has been tested for several years, but similar speeds were previously only achieved over distances of up to 63 km. Standard-sized fiber optics are used, but with 19 channels inside instead of one as usual. However, all of this is still in laboratory conditions, and there is no word on when it will be available in real networks.

Glacier Destroys Swiss Village

In the Swiss Alps, a glacier has almost entirely destroyed the mountain village of Blatten: about 90% of the buildings are under a mixture of ice, mud, and stones. 300 residents, 190 sheep, 26 cows, and a couple dozen rabbits were evacuated in advance, but one person is reported missing. 'We lost our village, but we will rebuild it,' said Mayor Matthias Belwald.

Sydney Sweeney Releases Soap with Bathwater Drops

Sydney Sweeney has released soap containing drops of the water she bathed in. Last year, she starred in a Dr. Squatch commercial, soaking in the tub and calling viewers 'dirty boys.' Fans began to wonder what the brand did with the water from that bath. The result is 5000 bars of soap that actually include drops from Sydney's bathwater.

Cannabis Found in Haribo Gummies

Cannabis was found in Haribo gummies - the brand is already recalling packs of cola-shaped gummies. In the Netherlands, several people reported dizziness after consuming the gummies, and some individuals were even hospitalized due to drug intoxication. An investigation revealed traces of cannabis in the sweets. It is not yet clear whether these were real Haribo packets or counterfeits.

Labrador becomes 'Chief Happiness Officer' at Indian startup

The Labrador has become a 'Chief Happiness Officer' at an Indian startup. Little Branni has joined as a full member of the team with his own business card, email, and even a meeting schedule. The duties of the four-legged one are worthy of respect: welcoming colleagues in the morning, participating in breaks, creating a friendly vibe, and holding informal 'coffee sessions'.