Eruption of Mount Etna on Sicily

An eruption of Mount Etna has occurred on Sicily. The lava was ejected to a height of about 4,500 meters, but it did not affect the nearest city of Catania. Mount Etna is considered the highest active volcano in Europe. Due to eruptions, airports in the vicinity of the volcano often close their airspace.

The First Successful Whole Eye Transplant in the US

The first-ever whole eye transplant surgery was performed in the United States. A 46-year-old lineman from Arkansas lost half of his face after a horrific electrical shock, and New York doctors decided to give him a new eye. The operation lasted for 21 hours and involved over 140 surgeons and nurses. Everything went smoothly, and now the new eye can even cry.

Vacancy for Christmas enthusiasts

The company CableTV is looking for a person who will watch 25 Christmas movies in 25 days. Their task will be to evaluate them from the perspective of nostalgia, emotional storytelling, and the overall feeling of the holiday. They will be paid $2500 for this.

T-Shirt TV: A Futuristic Shirt with a Built-in Screen

Introducing a T-shirt with an embedded screen. T-Shirt TV allows you to display videos from your phone. Moreover, the shirt can be washed and the screen remains cool. The only downside is that the screen only operates for 2-4 hours.

China to Begin Mass Production of Humanoid Robots by 2025

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has officially announced that mass production of humanoid robots will begin by 2025. The document states that robots will become the most groundbreaking products after computers, smartphones, and transportation vehicles.

Zodiac Perfumery: Fragrances that Match Your Zodiac Sign

Zodiac Perfumery has unveiled a collection of perfumes inspired by the signs of the zodiac. The set includes 12 different scents that reveal the personality traits of individuals and correspond to the vibrations of each zodiac sign. Additionally, each perfume comes with a personalized natal chart accessed through a QR code.

Controlling Lucid Dreams

Dutch startup Prophetic aims to create a ring that will allow people to enter a state of lucid dreaming at will. Few are able to achieve full control over their dreams and have a blast exploring them. Neuropsychologists have decided it's time to change that and are already working on a device that can manually activate lucid dreams. While such technology already exists, it is currently too bulky, but if Prophetic succeeds, the dream activator will fit comfortably on a bedside table.

First Robodog Arrest Made in the USA

The first arrest of a person by a robodog has taken place in the USA. The Los Angeles police deployed a robot on a bus, where a guy with a weapon was sitting. He noticed the robodog and surrendered.

A new record for the amount of beer consumed has been set

Fifty German tourists arrived in Spain and not only had a great time but also broke the world record for the amount of beer consumed - 1254 glasses in three hours. The Germans did not know each other, so they connected in a shared chat for travelers. They agreed to meet at a bar to try to drink as much beer as possible. According to the establishment where it all happened, the record holders paid around 2380 euros for the drinks.

Jared Leto climbed the Empire State Building in New York

The height of the skyscraper is 381 meters, and the number of floors is 102. Leto became the first person in history to climb this landmark. "To tell you the truth, I was more worried than nervous. But to be honest, it was very, very difficult. It was a lot harder than I thought," said the actor and musician.

Accident in South Korea

A tragic accident occurred at a pepper sorting plant in South Korea, where a robot mistakenly identified a worker as a box and fatally crushed him. An error in the sensor system of the device was discovered, which prevented it from being put into operation. During the diagnostic process, the robotic arm grabbed an employee and pinned him against the conveyor belt, causing severe injuries to his face and chest. Despite being rushed to the hospital, the victim could not be saved.

Study reveals smartphone dependence by gender and age

Scientists have identified which individuals are most dependent on smartphones. They conducted the largest study involving over 50,000 people from all over the world. It turns out that women showed higher levels of dependence than men in all countries. There were no surprises when it came to age: young people are the most reliant on gadgets. However, in countries such as Brazil, Japan, the Philippines, and Russia, people over the age of 60 also experienced problems.

IKEA Launches Wasabi Ice Cream in Taiwan

IKEA has released wasabi-flavored ice cream in Taiwan, based on the votes of customers themselves. They were given two options - wasabi ice cream or soy sauce and green onion ice cream. It is reported that the spicy bitterness of the treat combines with a rich and creamy aroma. It gradually reveals its flavor and creates a sharp sensation in the mouth.

Artificial intelligence is susceptible to manipulation

Scientists have obtained more accurate and higher-quality responses from chatbots using psychological techniques. It turns out that praise and even blackmail affect artificial intelligence. Similar results have been observed in various chatbots, from ChatGPT to Llama. In all cases, they responded to emotional signals from humans.

New Island Emerges in Japan after Volcanic Eruption

A new island with a diameter of 100 meters has appeared in Japan after a volcanic eruption. Scientists believe that a so-called phreatomagmatic explosion occurred during the eruption. The molten magma came into contact with water, causing a powerful shockwave. During the eruption, plumes of smoke and ash rose more than 50 meters into the air every few minutes. Huge rocks were expelled from the ocean floor onto the surface of the ocean. The new island may increase in size and change its shape if the eruptions continue.

Japanese Roulette: Compact Titanium Ring Takes Over

The Japanese have reimagined roulette by proposing the use of a compact titanium ring instead. The ring features a dial on the side that rotates as it moves. Every 10 centimeters, a click can be heard: measure the desired length, hear two clicks, and a three appears on the dial - you have measured 23 centimeters.

Rent Hagrid's Hut in the UK

In the UK, you can rent the real Hagrid's Hut from the Harry Potter universe. It is located in North Yorkshire, and everything around is filled with references to the magical world. The hut itself has slightly more amenities than the bearded gamekeeper had. The house can accommodate a family of 6 people with all the conveniences. However, it will cost you £195 per day.

Swedish Guy Builds Life-size LEGO Volvo V70

A guy from Sweden has assembled a LEGO car. It's a white Volvo V70 in a 1:1 scale, made out of 370,000 LEGO pieces. The Swede admits that buying a regular car would have been cheaper.

Space Out Competition

Tokyo recently hosted a relaxation tournament called the Space Out Competition. Participants were tasked with achieving the utmost state of relaxation, and the winner was determined by the lowest and most stable pulse. Talking and laughing were strictly prohibited.

Chinese Develop Giant Home 3D Printer OrangeStorm Giga

Chinese inventors have created a gigantic home 3D printer called the OrangeStorm Giga, capable of printing almost anything. It can work on four structures simultaneously, printing at a speed of 300 mm per second. Surprisingly, the price of this device is only 1500 dollars.