Sexual Blackmail: Men Are More Vulnerable

Men are more likely to be victims of sexual blackmail than women, according to a study conducted by scientists. The research aimed to determine which population groups are more susceptible to sexual blackmail. It found that 14.5% of respondents had experienced sexual blackmail, while 5% admitted to engaging in such behavior themselves. Men were subjected to and played the role of blackmailers 1.17 and 1.43 times more often than women, respectively. Young people and representatives of sexual minorities were also found to be at a higher risk. The survey also revealed that residents of Mexico, the United States, Australia, and South Korea were the most frequent victims of sexual blackmail. Europeans, on the other hand, were less affected by this issue.

Xiaomi releases a smart fan powered by a power bank

Xiaomi has released a smart fan that can be powered by a power bank. It features eight modes, including an air conditioner assistant. The fan can be taken anywhere as long as there is a charged power bank. The device is also connected to the Mi Home ecosystem and app.

Kidney Damage and Radiation: Challenges for Mars Travel

Scientists have found that human kidneys cannot withstand a journey to Mars. Just a month in space leads to the narrowing of kidney tubules, disrupting the balance of calcium and salt. Experiments on mice have shown that their kidneys were destroyed or failed after 2.5 years of exposure to radiation. Without new methods of protection, astronauts may require dialysis on the return trip, according to the study's author, Kate Sue.

The World's Most Powerful Wind Turbine Is Built in Guangdong Province, China

The most powerful wind turbine in the world has been constructed in Guangdong province, China. It is estimated to generate about 72 million kWh annually, providing energy for approximately 36,000 homes. Each of its blades measures 126 meters in length, covering an area of 53,000 square meters, which is equivalent to seven and a half football fields. It is said to save up to 22,000 tons of coal and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 59,000 tons per year.

Day of Ladybirds: A Symbol of Hope and Optimism

June 13th is the Day of Ladybirds. For many of us, ladybirds are a symbol of hope and optimism. The encounter with these beautiful insects fills us with joy and faith that life is full of wonders. Even if you don't believe in the magic of symbols, the day of ladybirds is a wonderful reason to pause for a moment and remember your dreams. Allow yourself to believe in yourself and your abilities, and luck will surely smile upon you!

The last mission of the rocket plane

Virgin Galactic conducted its latest flight of the VSS Unity rocketplane - Galactic-07 mission. On board the spacecraft were Commander Nikola Pichelle, Pilot Jamil Djandji, as well as four passengers: Tuva Jihangir Atasever from the Turkish Space Agency, Americans Anand Marish Sadhwani and Irving Izak Pergament, and Italian Giorgio Montenti. The rocketplane reached a maximum altitude of over 87.5 km. This flight marks the retirement of the VSS Unity rocketplane, which will be replaced by the Delta rocketplane that the company plans to build by 2026.

Tesla Autopilot Struggles to Detect Trains

Tesla's Autopilot system is still unable to identify trains. The owner of a Tesla vehicle revealed that over the past six months, the car's Autopilot feature attempted to crash into passing trains on two occasions. However, due to the lack of serious injuries, no lawyer is willing to take on the case. The owner is now seeking information on similar incidents.

Bloggers are amazed by the new calculator on iPad

Bloggers are amazed by the new calculator on iPad. It can solve any problem, plot graphs, and solve inequalities. Insiders report that Apple has been working on this application for at least three years, aiming to create Calculator 2.0. It will appear on iPad in iOS 18.

Elephants give each other names

Scientists have discovered that elephants give each other names. They analyzed hundreds of records from Kenya, in which elephants were calling each other. Using machine learning, they were able to identify the names of individual elephants. They then played these names to the elephants and noticed that they responded clearly to specific names. The scientists are now planning to learn how to communicate with elephants in order to warn them about danger and poachers.

Cheerleaders in Chinese IT Departments

In Chinese companies, a new trend is emerging - bosses are hiring attractive cheerleaders for their IT departments. These beauties distribute food, cheer up employees, engage in conversations, and play board games. HR managers claim that IT departments are mainly comprised of shy men. The presence of these attractive women has significantly increased overall productivity.

Discovery of the Longest-Living Animal in the Pacific Ocean

A creature has been discovered in the Pacific Ocean that is considered the longest-living animal on the planet. It is a glassy cup-shaped sponge that can live up to 15,000 years. The sponge was found during a 45-day research expedition in the eastern part of the Pacific Ocean between Mexico and Hawaii. Scientists believe that currently only one out of 10 animal species living here has been described by science.

Elon Musk Threatens to Ban Apple Devices in His Companies

Billionaire and owner of X company, Elon Musk, has threatened to ban Apple devices in all of his companies due to the recently announced integration with artificial intelligence developer OpenAI. The new Apple programs will include ChatGPT, which can be used during conversations with Siri. Because of this, Musk has referred to Apple devices as spy devices that provoke personal data leaks. Interestingly, office visitors will be required to surrender their iPhones to a Faraday cage.

Mysterious Radio Signal Detected from Space

A mysterious radio signal is received on Earth from space every 54 minutes, causing scientists to sound the alarm. Something has been detected in Australia using a radio telescope that regularly sends a single pulse to Earth. The signal repeats every 54 minutes, going through three different states. The characteristics of the signal mysteriously change, contradicting the physics of neutron stars or white dwarfs. Hypotheses about a binary system and interaction between two invisible stars are being put forward. The rotation of one star around the other may possibly be causing the observed effects. Scientists are attempting to explain the phenomenon without speculating about the involvement of intelligent beings.

Sleep Capsules in Airports: Rest and Recharge on the Go

Go Sleep sleep capsules in airports provide a convenient solution for weary travelers. Each capsule is equipped with a comfortable leather mattress, storage space for luggage, charging ports, and a breathable partition. The cost of relaxation ranges from $10 to $15 per hour.

Smart Glasses with Built-in Display, Camera, and AI Assistant

Smart glasses act as an all-in-one device with a built-in display, camera, and AI assistant. Equipped with 10 built-in sensors including a camera, microphone, speakers, GPS, blood oxygen level monitor, thermometer, and more, this device offers a wide range of features. These include voice control, call capabilities, route navigation, speed tracking, health monitoring data, notifications, and other important information. The device is also promised to provide up to 10 hours of battery life. The price starts at $379.

Indian Space Startup Successfully Launches 3D-Printed Rocket Engine

India's space startup Agnikul has successfully launched its first suborbital test vehicle equipped with unique rocket engines printed on a 3D printer, after two years of preparation and four delays in recent months due to technical failures.

Coca-Cola Goes Transparent in Japan

Coca-Cola is now being sold as a transparent drink in Japan. The company has completely removed the black dye from its beverage. The reason behind this change is that office workers love to bring this drink to work, but due to its black color, their colleagues and bosses would immediately recognize that they were drinking Coca-Cola and silently judge or even reproach them. All because of the health and fitness trend in Japan. Now, the decolorized Coca-Cola in a glass looks just like water.

The Fascinating Invention of the Past - the 1954 Drone-Copter Segway

The De Lackner HZ-1 Aerocycle was an interesting invention from the past, created for the American military as a personal helicopter that could be learned to control in just 20 minutes. It could reach speeds of up to 120 km/h and even land on water. However, its fuel capacity only allowed for a distance of 24 km. The project was closed due to impracticality and a dangerous design, as two accidents occurred during testing, one of which nearly cost the test pilot his life.

Tourists in China Forced to Use Timer in Restrooms to Prevent Excessive Smartphone Use

In China, tourists are now required to use a timer when using restrooms to discourage them from spending too much time inside with their smartphones. Additionally, restrooms have been divided by gender using LED panels. Authorities are even considering installing alarms to ensure that no one overstays their welcome. Some individuals have already expressed their discontent, feeling as if they are under constant surveillance.

Lacoste logo change: Supporting Novak Djokovic with a symbol of recovery

Lacoste has altered its logo - the crocodile now has a bandaged paw. The brand decided to show support for its Serbian tennis ambassador Novak Djokovic, who suffered a serious knee injury.