Dolph Lundgren Completes Eight-Year Cancer Treatment

Dolph Lundgren has completed his cancer treatment, which lasted eight years. Initially, doctors predicted he had no more than three years to live. Throughout this time, he continued acting in films, such as two parts of 'Aquaman' and 'The Expendables 4'. Lundgren was first diagnosed with a kidney disease, and later, lesions were found in his liver, lungs, stomach, and spine. Now, he has gotten rid of the last tumor in his lungs.

Starbucks with Viewing Deck Opens in South Korea

In South Korea, a Starbucks has opened with a viewing deck overlooking North Korea. It is located in the demilitarized zone, two kilometers from the border with the North. Access to the café is only possible after passing through a checkpoint. On the veranda, there are binoculars through which one can observe the life of North Koreans on a clear day.

Academic Bars Gain Popularity in China

"Academic bars" are gaining popularity in China, where you can listen to lectures over a mug of beer or something stronger. These educational gatherings take place in real bars in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and other major cities, with teachers and professors invited to give talks on a wide range of topics - from philosophy to AI.

Australia Bans Social Media for Teenagers Under 16

Australia has become the first country in the world to enact a law banning social media for teenagers under 16 years old. According to the law, children will not be able to create accounts even with parental approval, and the social networks themselves must ensure compliance - violations can result in fines up to $32 million. The restrictions will come into effect in a year, but they will not affect those who have already registered.

American Startup Creates Rocking Beds for Adults

The American startup Ensven is creating slider legs that transform beds into soothing cradles for adults. The gadget can support weights of up to 544 kg and offers several rocking modes, including a 'shaking' mode that might appeal to those who enjoy sleeping on trains or ships.

LEGO Releases Historical Leonardo da Vinci Set

LEGO has released a historical set featuring Leonardo da Vinci's flying machine. During the inventor's lifetime, the ornithopter was never built and existed only in drawings (and even with it, a person wouldn't have been able to fly). Now, however, it can be placed on your shelf. The set includes 493 pieces and a da Vinci minifigure. The price is $50.

Weather-Responsive Color-Changing Jacket

In Australia, a jacket that changes color with the weather has been invented. The chameleon clothing, Heat Reactive Puffer Jacket, quickly darkens during rain or snow, and displays bright patterns from the warmth of hands.

Record in Lifting Large Data Volumes

A man lifted 282 petabytes for the first time. The actor-weightlifter ‘The Mountain’ from ‘Game of Thrones’ set a world record for ‘moving large data sets’ by lifting 452 kg of Phison SSD drives. The company wanted to showcase its progress – 122 terabytes fit into their 200g Pascari D205V PCIe Gen5 drive.

Chile's Construction of the World's Largest Telescope

For 10 years, the Extremely Large Telescope has been under construction in the Chilean desert, set to become the largest in human history. Its primary mirror will be approximately four times larger than any existing telescope, allowing it to capture 15 times more light and surpass the Hubble Space Telescope's detail by 16 times. Construction began back in 2014 and as of today, the telescope is just over 50% complete. It is planned to be operational by 2028, and the project's costs may exceed $1.5 billion.

AMD Patents "Multilayer Packaging" Method for Chips

AMD has patented a method for "multilayer packaging" of chips. AMD proposes placing auxiliary dies over the main die. This way, more cache, additional cores can be added, bandwidth can be increased, and latency reduced on the same chip area.

Japanese Scientists Create Plastic That Fully Decomposes in Seawater

Scientists from Japan have created a plastic that fully decomposes in seawater. The material is made from polymers with a unique structure that allows it to easily break down in salty water, turning into nutrients. The plastic is safe - it does not burn and does not release toxic substances. Scientists note that such plastic is stronger than regular plastic, inexpensive to produce, and the technology to create it is simple.

Over 10% of the Workforce in South Korea Are Robots

Over 10% of the workforce in South Korea are robots. This makes the country a global leader. According to analysts' calculations, there are 1012 industrial robots for every 10,000 employees. And their number grows by an average of 5% annually. Among the top ten leaders in enterprise robotization are also: Singapore - 770 robots per 10,000 people, China - 470 robots, Germany - 429 robots, Japan - 419 robots, Sweden - 347 robots, Denmark - 306 robots.

Google Opens First Wooden Office in California

Google has opened its first wooden office in California. The five-story building is entirely made of compressed wood and, according to the company, will leave a 96% smaller carbon footprint compared to similarly sized structures made of steel and concrete. It houses 900 workspaces and covers an area of 16,954 m².

Google Maps Navigator Kills Three People in India

A car fell off an unfinished bridge. However, the app thought that the road was passable. On Saturday evening, three people were rushing to a wedding, confidently driving along the road until the car suddenly plunged down.

BMW Boasts Worker Robots

The automotive company BMW has boasted about its worker robots. The androids Figure 02 have increased their efficiency by 400% and now work almost like living workers. Currently, they perform up to 1000 cargo movements a day: the robots carry sheet metal parts, stack them neatly, and avoid collisions.

Daredevil Sets Unusual World Record

In England, a daredevil set an unusual world record. Johnny Davis jumped off a motorcycle and began to slide on his feet behind the iron steed. Meanwhile, the bike accelerated to 256.72 km/h - no one has performed this trick at such speed before.

Rare Asian Elephant Born in U.S. Zoo

A rare Asian elephant calf was born in an American zoo. The 34-year-old elephant named Shanti from Texas gave birth to the adorable little one. The calf has been named Kirby, and he is now one of the few who can save his species from extinction. There are only about 50,000 Asian elephants left in the wild, so every new calf is extremely valuable and precious.

India Considers Emergency Due to Air Pollution

India is considering declaring a state of emergency due to air pollution. The relevant indicator in the Indian capital has reached a record 494 units, while the norm is 50 units. Breathing such air is equivalent to smoking 50 cigarettes a day. To restore the environment, it is proposed to implement measures that were taken during the COVID-19 pandemic.

World's Largest Gold Bar Created in Dubai

The world's largest gold bar, valued at approximately $27 million, was created in Dubai. The 300-kilogram piece was manufactured by the Emirates Minting Factory, which specializes in precious metals, and it has already been entered into the Guinness Book of Records. The previous record was held by the Japanese - a 250-kilogram bar has been kept at the Toi Gold Museum since 2005.

Cillian Murphy Buys Childhood Cinema

Cillian Murphy has purchased the cinema he frequented as a child with his father. The Phoenix Cinema in the Irish town of Dingle was in operation for 100 years but closed after the pandemic. It was the only cinema not only in the town but also within 30 miles around. Murphy and his wife want to renovate the building and expand it into a multi-purpose space.