Willy Wonka's House Now Available for Rent in New York and Los Angeles

Willy Wonka's house is now available for rent in New York and Los Angeles. Rooms can be rented for one night starting from December 13 as part of an exclusive collaboration between Warner Bros. and Booking. Inside, there are stocks of candy, chocolate, cotton candy, a bed shaped like a chocolate bar, and giant rainbow lollipops. As a gift, guests will receive tickets to the premiere of 'Wonka'.

Testing of a Remote-controlled Cargo Plane in California

In California, they are testing a Cessna Caravan cargo plane that is controlled from a computer on the ground. The plane takes off, taxis, and lands on its own, while a human only gives commands and monitors the parameters to take control if necessary. Now they want to certify the technology for unmanned cargo delivery, but it may take several years.

Astronomers Discover the Oldest Black Hole in the Universe

Astronomers have discovered the oldest black hole in the universe, which is 13.2 billion years old. It formed 470 million years after the Big Bang. The mass of the black hole is approximately a million times larger than that of the Sun. It was detected using the James Webb Space Telescope and the Chandra X-ray Observatory in the GN-z11 galaxy. Scientists note that this discovery completely changes our understanding of the formation of supermassive black holes. It was previously believed that they are formed over time from several such objects.

Dogs Could Live Longer: Breakthrough Anti-Aging Drug for Canines Set to Be Approved in the US

Dogs can potentially live longer as a drug to slow down their aging process is being prepared for approval in the US. The medication LOY-001 targets the IGF-1 hormone, which accelerates the aging process. Notably, the hormone has the most impact on large dog breeds. Veterinarians are already hailing the drug as a breakthrough and innovation, eagerly awaiting its approval.

KISS concludes farewell world tour and enters the digital reality

KISS has completed their farewell world tour and will continue to exist in the digital reality. The avatars of the band members were created by Industrial Light & Magic, the company founded by George Lucas, while all the financing and production was handled by Pophouse Entertainment.

Protests in France

French farmers have resorted to a unique form of protest against tax hikes and fees by bombarding government buildings with manure. The epicenter of these demonstrations is the city administration of Rennes.

Caviar made a chocolate iPhone

And by chocolate, we mean it is made of actual chocolate, not just a color description. The model, iPhone 15 Pro Max, is covered in edible 23-carat gold. Inside, the phone is filled with exquisite cocoa beans mixed with almond cookies, promising a delightful lingering taste for 30 seconds.

China's Deepest Laboratory: Exploring the Mysteries of the Universe

The deepest laboratory on Earth has started its operations in China. Hidden 2.4 kilometers beneath the Jinping mountain range, this groundbreaking facility experiences minimal cosmic particle interference, allowing for unique and groundbreaking physics experiments, as well as the search for dark matter.

Ancient Byzantine Coin with Image of Jesus Christ Found in Norway

In Norway, an ancient Byzantine coin with an image of Jesus Christ has been discovered. It was minted between 977 and 1025 AD and is remarkably well-preserved. The coin features a depiction of Jesus Christ and the inscription: Jesus Christ, King of Kings. On the other side, there are engravings of the emperor brothers Basil II and Constantine VIII.

IMDb Reveals the Most Popular Movies and TV Shows of 2023

IMDb has unveiled the most popular movies and TV shows of 2023, based on viewer ratings and online discussions. Pedro Pascal emerged as the most popular actor of 2023, thanks to his leading roles in 'Us' and 'The Mandalorian'. The top movies were 'Oppenheimer' (8.4/10), 'Barbie' (7.0/10), and 'Guardians of the Galaxy: Part 3' (7.9/10). Among the TV shows, 'Us' (8.8/10), 'Ahsoka' (7.6/10), and 'The Inheritors' (8.9/10) generated the most discussions and viewership.

Taylor Swift's The Eras World Tour

Taylor Swift's The Eras World Tour has entered the Guinness World Records as the most profitable tour. The tour has collected over 1 billion dollars, surpassing the previous record set by Elton John, who earned 939 million. It has also become the most successful among female performers, gathering twice as much as Beyonce's two concert tours. It is worth reminding that Taylor Swift's fans distinguished themselves at the concert in Seattle, where they caused a record-breaking seismic activity comparable to a 2.3 magnitude earthquake.

Billionaire expands family

The heir to the Hermes empire wants to adopt his 51-year-old gardener in order to pass on an inheritance worth $11 billion. Nicolas Puchu, who is already 80 years old, is a lonely grandfather with no wife or children, but he has a massive fortune that will soon be transferred to his gardener from a modest Moroccan family. He will become his legal son, receive $11.4 billion, and join the list of the richest people in Switzerland.

Pantone Color Institute selects Peach Fuzz as the main color of 2024

The Pantone Color Institute has chosen Peach Fuzz, a shade of soft orange, as the main color of 2024. According to the institute, this color symbolizes inner tranquility, a profound need for community, unity, and social connections. The color of 2023 was vibrant magenta (Viva Magenta), and in 2022 it was blue with a purple-red undertone (Very Peri).

Dog-Salesperson Found in Japan

In Japan, a store with a dog-salesperson has been discovered. Shu, a Shiba Inu from Sapporo, manages the shop selling food and clothing. Customers take products, leave money, and pet the employee.

Speeding cyclists in Belgium to face fines starting from 2024

Belgium will start imposing fines on cyclists for exceeding the speed limit. In the Belgian region of Flanders, cyclists will be fined for speeding over 30 km/h. The changes in legislation will take effect in 2024. Cameras will be installed to capture violations on the streets. It remains unclear how the offenders will be identified, as cyclists are not required to display license plates.

The Smartest Travel Mug in the World

A startup called Ember has invented the smartest travel mug in the world. The Travel Mug 2 maintains the same temperature of your beverage even after 10 hours - you can forget about your morning cup of tea and find it just as hot in the evening. It also connects to your phone via Bluetooth and marks its location on a map, so you never lose it.

Signature meatball

British IKEA has introduced its signature meatball the size of a turkey for Christmas. It is intended to replace poultry on the festive table. Giant meatballs can be won in contests on social media and company stores.

Petition to Apple

Teddy Cottle, a 10-year-old British boy, has created a petition addressed to Apple asking for a change in the emoji depicting glasses. Teddy believes that the protruding front teeth of the emoji give a wrong impression about people who wear glasses. He suggests replacing the toothy smile with a friendly grin and renaming the mocking label 'Botanist' to a more noble 'Genius.'

Ancient Roman Cosmetics Found in Turkey

Ancient Roman cosmetics, dating back 2,000 years, have been discovered in Turkey. Among the findings were pigments for makeup in ten different shades, mostly red and pink, as well as perfume bottles and other cosmetic accessories. Scientists also added that during the Greco-Roman era, cosmetics, including eyeshadows and blushes, were often stored inside oyster shells. A large quantity of these shells was also found at the excavation site.

Electric scooter in miniature format

Japanese invent electric scooter that folds into a miniature briefcase. This scooter can be carried anywhere. It weighs 4.5 kg, accelerates up to 24 km/h, and can travel 15 km on a single charge. The battery is removable and can be fully charged in 2 hours. The price of this convenience is 135,000 yen.