WHO Declares Monkeypox an International Public Health Emergency

The WHO has declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern. The organization made a similar statement in 2022. WHO hopes that the renewed announcement will help accelerate research and lead to measures to contain the virus at the international level. According to the head of the organization, the epidemic has spread not only to the DR Congo but also to neighboring countries - Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda.

Perfume with Mayonnaise Scent Released in the USA

Sauce manufacturer Hellmann’s introduced the mayonnaise-inspired fragrance Will Levis No. 8, combining notes of tangy lemon, coffee, musk, and vanilla, along with a “mayonnaise accord.” The perfume's ambassador became Tennessee Titans football player Will Levis. Last year, the athlete filmed a video in which he added Hellman’s mayonnaise to his coffee. The video went viral on social networks, and the sauce manufacturer rewarded the football player with a lifetime supply of mayonnaise.

Water Found on Mars

A whole ocean of liquid water lies beneath the surface of Mars. Scientists analyzed 1319 marsquakes and concluded that water in liquid form is located at a depth of 10-20 kilometers. Preliminary estimates suggest it would be enough to completely cover the 'red' planet with a 2 km deep ocean.

The Largest Food Market in the World in Mexico City

Mexico City is home to the largest food market in the world - it operates 24/7 and is one and a half times the size of Monaco. The daily turnover of Central de Abasto exceeds 30,000 tons of food, which accounts for 75% of all the food consumed in Mexico City, and the number of shoppers can reach 300,000 people per day. Recently, the market has also become the largest rooftop solar power plant: 32,000 panels generate up to 25 GWh of energy per year, which is enough for 10,000 homes.

Electrify Introduces New Charging Station Rules

The American network Electrify will stop charging electric cars to 100% and will introduce an additional fee for those who do not leave promptly. As part of an experiment, the 10 busiest charging stations in California will shut off after reaching 85%. And if the driver does not remove the car within 10 minutes, 40 cents per minute will be charged. It is said that this way, they will deal with those whose electric cars stand for a long time after charging and prevent others from charging.

European Wizz Air starts selling flight passes

European Wizz Air has started selling flight passes for €599 a year, allowing you to fly almost anywhere. However, there are some caveats: for example, you can only buy a ticket if there are less than 72 hours left before departure, and you still need to pay an additional €10 for any destination.

SpaceX to Send Humans to Polar Orbits for the First Time

SpaceX will send humans to polar orbits for the first time in history - to the northern and southern hemispheres, which are not visible from the ISS. The crew will include businessman Chang Weng, a pilot, and a couple of scientists - all of whom will fly to space for the first time in their lives. One of the mission's goals is to study 'Steves' - an atmospheric phenomenon discovered in 2017 that resembles a long strip of light in the sky. The ship will have a glass dome for observations. The launch is planned by the end of the year, and the flight will last about 5 days.

IT Specialists Have Diminished Emotional Intelligence

This was discovered in a study. IT specialists are not empathetic and have difficulty managing their emotions. This is because they spend too much time alone with code and technology.

Harvard Scientists Propose New Theory of Life's Origin on Earth

Lightning is the reason. Lightning strikes initiated chemical reactions that created the first molecules of life. In the lab, it was demonstrated how lightning can convert carbon dioxide and nitrogen into simple organic molecules - these are the building blocks for DNA and proteins, which make up all life.

Hippo Bath Attendant

A dream job has opened up in Berlin: Hippo Bath Attendant. A female pygmy hippopotamus has given birth at the local zoo, and they are now looking for a patient employee who will teach the little ones how to swim.

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46% of men would not go on a date with a girl with enlarged lips. This became known from a survey. 23% of boys would not consider a girl with a tattoo as a wife or mother of their children.

Artificial Lake and Ski Resort in Saudi Arabian Desert

In the middle of the desert in Saudi Arabia, an artificial lake and ski resort are being created. The complex is being built 50 km from the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba, where winter temperatures drop below zero and are otherwise 10°C cooler than other areas. Luxury homes, a hotel, and restaurants will be built next to the reservoir, and ski slopes will be equipped in the mountains. The work is expected to be completed by 2026, and in 2029 the Winter Asian Games will even be held there.

Artificial Lake and Ski Resort Being Built in Saudi Arabia

In the middle of the desert in Saudi Arabia, an artificial lake and ski resort are being created. The complex is being built 50 km from the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba, where the temperature in winter drops below zero, and at other times is 10°C cooler than in other areas. Luxurious homes, a hotel, and restaurants will be constructed near the water body, and skiing trails will be set up in the mountains. The work is promised to be completed by 2026, and in 2029, the Asian Winter Games will even be held there.

Driving Schools in China Use Smart Cars Instead of Instructors

In China, there are driving schools where smart cars are used instead of instructors. The display inside the car indicates what needs to be done, and the autopilot takes over if necessary. However, instructors are not completely dispensable. They remotely monitor several training cars on the site and also accompany students into the city.

Peak of the Brightest and Most Abundant Meteor Shower of the Summer

On the night of August 12th, the peak of the brightest and most abundant meteor shower of the summer began – from sunset to dawn, up to 100 meteors per hour can be observed. According to astronomers, the Moon will set below the horizon around midnight, not hindering the view, and the meteor shower will be visible to the naked eye. It's best to move away from houses and other sources of light. You can enjoy it even after the peak: the meteor shower should be visible for about two more weeks.

Banksy creates four works in London in one week

Banksy created four works in London in one week - one of them, a stencil of a wolf on a satellite dish, was stolen just a few hours after appearing. The artist did not add any captions to the photos, which sparked debates online about their meaning.

American Fisherman Catches Incredibly Rare Blue-Rose-Purple Lobster

A fisherman from the USA caught an incredibly rare blue-rose-purple lobster - the chances of encountering such a specimen are one in a hundred million. Scientists explain that lobsters have red, yellow, and blue pigments, so their coloration depends on random genetic mutations. For example, blue lobsters occur approximately once in two million, two-toned ones occur 1:50 million, and such as this one, 1:100 million.

China creates a Starlink analogue.

China is creating a Starlink analogue. Recently, the first batch of satellites for the future constellation, which will be managed by Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology, was launched. According to China Securities Journal, the launch took place in the city of Taiyuan, where the corresponding launch site is located. The satellite constellation development program has been in operation since last year and involves the deployment of approximately 15,000 communication satellites into low Earth orbit.

Xiaomi Phones Will Learn to Detect Hidden Cameras

The smartphone will search for suspicious signals from wireless devices that could be cameras or eavesdropping gadgets.

Cooling paint for cars invented in Japan

In Japan, cooling paint for cars has been invented. This new product from Nissan contains synthetic composite materials and reflects infrared rays instead of absorbing them. The paint has one downside: its coating is six times thicker than usual.