Robert is the Leading Male Name in the USA

Robert is the leading male name in the USA, a study has shown. A total of 21 CEOs from the Fortune 500 list bear this name. Experts believe that this classic male name exudes authority, tradition, and reliability—exactly the qualities valued when choosing a leader. Following Robert is the name Michael. Next in line are James, John, and Christopher. Interestingly, these names are not the most popular—currently, names like Aiden and Ethan are 'in vogue'. Experts believe that traditional names truly offer unconscious advantages in the professional sphere.

Police Hologram in South Korea Proves Effective

In South Korea, a police hologram was installed in a park to reduce crime rates, and it worked. Real cops are thrilled - the number of crimes has actually decreased. And even if potential criminals take a closer look and see that it's just a virtual scarecrow, they don't want to break the law under its watch. There is another theory among users: the wrongdoers think it's the ghost of a police officer patrolling the park, and they avoid it.

Stanford Creates Brain Chip for Reading Thoughts

Stanford has developed a brain chip that 'reads' a person's thoughts with 74% accuracy. In the experiment, microelectrodes were implanted in the motor cortex of the brain of 4 volunteers - the AI read the inner monologue from neural signals. Moreover, when the subjects set up a mental password to access their minds, the AI hacked it with 99% accuracy.

Spanish Blogger Trusts AI and Nearly Stuck

Spanish blogger Mary Caldas couldn't reach Puerto Rico because she trusted ChatGPT. She asked the AI what documents she needed for entry. The chatbot told her that Spaniards didn't need a visa to travel, but didn't mention that she needed an ESTA authorization to enter the US and its territories. Fortunately, a day later, Caldas managed to get to Puerto Rico and attended a concert by artist Bad Bunny. Such cases are becoming more frequent. In English-speaking media, there is even a new term for people who thoughtlessly entrust their lives to AI - they are called sloppers (from AI Slop).

Volkswagen Introduces Horsepower Subscription in ID.3

Volkswagen has introduced a horsepower subscription in the ID.3 electric car. For £16.5 a month, a boost of an additional 27 horsepower is offered, which are blocked by default: the car has a total of 228 horsepower, but originally only 201 are active. There is also an option for a one-time payment for permanent unlocking. The subscription has been launched only in the UK so far, but it could be available in other countries in the future.

NASCAR to Host Race at US Naval Base

In June 2026, the largest series car racing series in the USA, NASCAR, will hold a race directly on the grounds of the Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, where a track will be set up. The organization has received official approval from the Department of Defense and unveiled the announcement in a video.

Bookstore Opens in 100-Million-Year-Old Cliff in China

A bookstore has opened directly in a cliff around 100 million years old in China. It began operating in May 2025 and has already become a landmark in the Guangxi province. Bookshelves have been mounted directly onto the rock wall, and lighting, lounge areas, and a café, offering views of the gorge, have been added.

Spooky Rabbits Spotted in Colorado

In Colorado, locals have noticed wild rabbits with eerie growths on their heads, making the animals look like they are infected from 'The Last of Us'. The cause is the Shope virus, which causes papillomas around the head, ears, and eyes. The virus is transmitted between rabbits through insect bites and is not dangerous to humans or pets. The growths can be harmless but sometimes develop into malignant tumors.

Astronomers Discover Potential Largest Black Hole in the Universe

Astronomers have discovered potentially the largest black hole in the universe, with a mass 36 billion times greater than that of the Sun. The cosmic giant is located in the constellation Leo, five billion light-years away from us. Preliminary estimates suggest the giant is about 10,000 times heavier than the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way and close to the theoretical maximum for such objects. Due to its gravitational influence, it causes nearby stars to move at a speed of nearly 400 kilometers per second.

Kite Festival on the Danish Island of Fanø

On the Danish island of Fanø, one of the largest and oldest kite festivals in the world takes place. Each year, thousands gather on the shore to fly giant homemade octopuses, dragons, cartoon characters, and more into the sky. This year, the festival celebrated its 40th anniversary: participants from 26 countries arrived and brought a record-breaking 25,000 kites.

Woman in Canada has tooth implanted in eye to regain sight

In Canada, a woman had a tooth implanted in her eye so she could see again. Seventy-five-year-old Gail Lane had been completely blind for many years due to an autoimmune disease that left scars on the corneas of her eyes. To restore her vision, she underwent the rarest of surgeries, osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis (literally 'tooth in eye'). The procedure is extremely peculiar: The patient had her own tooth extracted; this tooth was implanted into her cheek for several months to allow connective tissue to grow around it; then a hole was drilled into the tooth in which a tiny optical lens was inserted; the resulting bio-implant was transplanted into the woman's eye, replacing her damaged cornea. After the surgery, vision began to gradually return: Lane initially saw light, then movement, followed by outlines and colors. Months later, she was able to make out people's faces, including her husband's face, which she had never seen before.

UK Authorities Urge Immediate Deletion of Old Photos and Letters

UK authorities have urged residents to urgently delete old photos and letters to save the country from drought. The proponents of the idea believe that cleaning up will reduce the load on data centers and decrease the amount of water needed to cool servers. Geniuses in the government overlooked the fact that servers might be located outside the Kingdom and that the load of storing data is much less than that of processing or deleting it.

IT graduates work in snack bars, not startups - AI has taken their jobs

According to recent statistics, graduates from computer science faculties are massively unable to find jobs in their specialty. The market has sunk into AI automation: tasks previously assigned to juniors are now covered by neural networks. Companies are hiring fewer newcomers, preferring experienced specialists, and entry-level positions are simply disappearing.

Bill Gates-backed company begins eco-friendly butter production

The Bill Gates-funded company Savor has started preparations for mass production of 'eco-friendly butter' made from carbon. According to the manufacturers, the fats contained in the wax-like mass from which the butter is made are identical to natural ones. According to Bill Gates, the potential of the technology in reducing the 'greenhouse effect' is enormous, even though the idea of switching to fats and oils produced under laboratory conditions may seem 'strange'.

Giant Octopus Tries to Steal Camera

A giant octopus tried to steal the camera and 'groped' the cameraman. Amazing footage off the coast of Vancouver Island was captured by John Roni, a well-known documentarian in certain circles, who specializes in underwater filming and has worked with Apple TV among others. Neither the camera nor the diver was harmed by the 'hugs': the mollusk eventually lost interest in them and went on its way.

Parrot Unravels Century-old Drug Cartel

A major drug trafficking group, managed by an inmate from prison, had been in existence for over a century - 103 years - before a parrot named Mango helped to uncover it. This clever pet learned to repeat popular phrases among criminals, such as 'two for 25' - meaning two doses for 25 pounds. The criminals' attempts to hide evidence were in vain: recordings of the talking parrot became crucial evidence in the investigation, shedding light on the entire criminal scheme.

First 'Barbecue University' to Open in China

China is set to open the country's first 'Barbecue University' where students will be taught to professionally grill kebabs. The educational program lasts three years and includes not only theory but also six months of practice, as well as courses on business management. The university will operate in the city of Yueyang, known for its street food and 'unique barbecue culture', and plans to enroll 50-100 students annually.

Comfortable Conditions for People with ADHD

In Australia, special raves have started for those who work remotely or study online with ADHD. During these events, participants can calmly work on their laptops, brainstorm, socialize, and just relax. This format is particularly popular among young people - they note that it's much easier to absorb new knowledge and handle tasks this way.

Emirates and Turkish Airlines ban powerbanks

Dubai airline Emirates, along with Turkish Pegasus and Turkish Airlines, have banned the use of powerbanks on planes. You can still bring them with you, but charging devices on board is not allowed. Additionally, Emirates has banned carrying more than one powerbank and has outlined placement rules: they can now only be kept in the seat pocket in front of you or in the bag under the seat - external batteries should not be on the overhead compartments.

ChatGPT Takes Over Sweden

ChatGPT has started to govern Sweden. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated that he regularly uses the chatbot to make important political decisions. The admission sparked a strong reaction from the people: Swedes say they voted for humans, not AI.