British rock band Glass Animals release special merch

The British rock band Glass Animals released a special piece of merch - a toilet seat with their own cassette inside. There are only 5 such seats, and each is completely handmade. The price is 1332 euros.

First Car MRI in Hawaii

The world's first car MRI has appeared in Hawaii. The BMW Center in Honolulu has implemented a system that performs a 360° scan of the car in 5 seconds without human assistance.

Dinosaur Skeleton Sold for a Record $44.6 Million at US Auction

A dinosaur skeleton was sold at auction in the US for a record-breaking $44.6 million. It was purchased by billionaire Ken Griffin, a hunter of historical treasures. The remains of this Stegosaurus are about 150 million years old. They were found in 2022 in the state of Colorado and are currently the most complete skeleton of this type ever discovered. The previous record for the value of dinosaur remains was set in 2020: at that time, a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton about 67 million years old was sold for $32 million.

Man attempts to get into the same university for 16 years

A Chinese man has been trying to get into the same university for 16 years - he takes exams every year. The man began his attempts in 2009. He is now 36 years old, and the best result he has ever achieved is 649 out of 750 points, which would be enough to get into the most prestigious universities in China, but not for the specialties he chose. Due to his persistence, he is called the most stubborn person in China.

Isolated Machco Piro Tribe Emerges from Peruvian Jungle

The Machco Piro tribe of 750 people, who had until now lived without contact with the outside world, has emerged from the jungle in Peru for the first time due to the approaching loggers near their territories. The human rights organization Survival International has called for an immediate halt to logging and for the protection of the tribe. If the loggers do not stop, the rainforests will soon be unable to generate enough rainfall to sustain their ecosystems.

Sofas in the Shape of Giant Gorillas Go on Sale in China

Sofas in the shape of giant gorillas have begun selling in China. And they are even popular. The furniture design was generated by a neural network. However, the price for such sofas is quite steep.

2024 Emmy Nominees Announced

The nominees for the 2024 Emmy Awards have been announced. Leading the nominations are the series Shogun and The Bear. Nominated for Best Drama Series are: The Three-Body Problem, Slow Horses, The Crown, The Gilded Age, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and The Morning Show. Contending for Best Comedy Series are: The Bear, Only Murders in the Building, Reservation Dogs, Curb Your Enthusiasm, What We Do in the Shadows, Hacks, Abbott Elementary, and Palm Royale.

Australian Matthew Dawson Amputates Finger to Compete in Olympics

Australian field hockey player Matthew Dawson amputated his finger to compete in the Olympics. During a practice, the national team player broke his ring finger. Instead of getting a cast, he took an extreme measure - amputation. Otherwise, he would have had to wait for recovery and missed the Olympics.

AI to Commentate at Paris Olympics for the First Time

The New York Times reports that a digital AI clone of 79-year-old sportscaster Al Michaels will commentate on the competitions. The AI will have access to 7 million phrases for use during broadcasts. Initially, Michaels was skeptical, but after a demonstration of the technology, he said: I’m in!

Microsoft accidentally broke everything

The latest Windows update caused blue screens of death worldwide. Airports, banks, stock exchanges, emergency services, etc., have been affected. Personal computers have also suffered, so don't update.

Elon Musk wants to create an Iron Man suit

After the attempt on Trump's life, he stated that it was time to build a flying metal suit.

First Case of Local Extinction Due to Sea Level Rise

Scientists have recorded the first case of local species extinction caused by rising sea levels. On the Florida Keys archipelago in the USA, the tree cactus Key Largo has disappeared. It was the only population of the plant in the country. Originally, it consisted of about 150 stems, but by 2021 it had dwindled to six sick fragments. The main causes of the species' disappearance were the intrusion of saltwater, soil depletion, and herbivorous mammals. The situation was exacerbated by Hurricane Irma, which flooded large parts of the island in 2017.

Audi Introduces New Generation of A5

Audi has unveiled the new generation of the A5 - it will continue the A4 series, which will become electric. The family includes a liftback and a station wagon with a 2-liter turbo engine with 150 hp at the base, as well as the enhanced S5 and S5 Avant with a 3.0 V6 engine at 367 hp and a mild hybrid. The interior features three displays plus a heads-up display, a panoramic roof with auto-dimming, and a Bang & Olufsen audio system with twenty speakers. The price starts at €45,200 for the most basic liftback in Germany.

Now You Can Brew Beer Right at Home

Now you can brew beer right at home. iGulu has released a smart brewery that can make cider, mead, beer, and white wine. The recipe is simple: pour in the beer kit, press the button, and enjoy the finished drink. You can control the brewing process through an app. The set with basic ingredients costs $419.

Charming Poodle Xu Laifu Goes Viral in Asia

In Asia, the charming poodle Xu Laifu has gone viral for being able to ride a bicycle as well as a child. The poodle's owner said he taught him to ride a bicycle for about a year. But these aren't all the dog's talents: before that, he learned to skateboard.

Interesting invention

Japanese scientists have created microscopic chariots powered by single-celled algae called Chlamydomonas reinhardtii. In the future, this development will help explore the micro-world. The driving force behind these fuel-less vehicles will remain the algae, which have a high speed of movement. The only problem is that they are currently uncontrollable.

Japanese Café Releases Special Menu for Deadpool and Wolverine Premiere

A Japanese café has released a special menu for the premiere of Deadpool and Wolverine. The main dishes are red rice with chicken in Deadpool style and yellow curry with vegetables in Wolverine style. The menu also features French toasts, a variety of drinks, and popcorn. The new items will be available from July 17 to August 5, and merchandise related to the film will be raffled among all customers.

SpaceX has developed an antenna for travelers

Starlink Mini fits in a backpack and allows satellite connectivity anywhere. Users are already posting photos of the antenna to demonstrate its size.

Japan Passes Law Requiring Citizens to Laugh Daily

Japan has passed a law requiring citizens to laugh at least once a day. So far, it has only been implemented in the Yamagata Prefecture in hopes of improving people's mental and physical health through the power of laughter. There are also opponents who have stood up for the fundamental human right not to laugh.

Useful application

A boy has created an application that determines your location from a photo. The application uses a neural network trained on data from Google Earth and other maps. It is already available in the App Store, but is still under moderation.