Aoshima: The Cat Island

Aoshima is a small island in southern Japan that has literally been overtaken by cats. Fishermen once brought them there to control rodents, and the furry creatures eventually settled in and multiplied so much that they all had to be captured and sterilized. For a long time, the fluffy felines attracted crowds of tourists to the island, but now their numbers are rapidly declining: as of today, there are 80 cats and only four permanent residents left.

Woman Divorces Husband After ChatGPT Coffee Reading

A woman divorced her husband after ChatGPT performed a coffee reading for her. The Greek woman asked to interpret the patterns in the coffee grounds, and ChatGPT informed her that her husband was cheating on her and advised her to divorce immediately. Moreover, the AI even described the appearance of the 'lover', adding that the husband was head over heels in love. The woman immediately filed for divorce, ending 12 years of marriage without listening to any of her husband's arguments.

Metallica Concert Causes Earthquake in Virginia

During a Metallica concert in Virginia, a crowd of 60,000 people jumped so energetically to 'Enter Sandman' that a seismograph recorded an earthquake. Scientists called it the 'Metallica Quake' - the tremor's magnitude was small (less than 1.0), but the instruments detected it. The concert took place at Virginia Tech Stadium, where 'Enter Sandman' has been used as the anthem of the local football team Hokies for 25 years.

First Phone-Free School in Scotland

Scotland has introduced its first phone-free school. Students were given special magnetic covers for their smartphones, which need to be placed inside. Each day, students lock their devices upon entering the institution and unlock them after classes.

Thai Police Unveils 'AI Police Cyborg 1.0'

The Thai police have unveiled the 'AI Police Cyborg 1.0', equipped with 360-degree cameras with facial recognition. The robot has already been tested at the celebration of the local New Year. It can detect the presence of weapons, identify fights and disturbances, and recognize suspects by their face and body build. The robot's cameras are connected to a command center and use video analytics to monitor safety at mass events.

Scientists Extract Gold from Lead at the Large Hadron Collider

Scientists have started extracting gold from lead at the Large Hadron Collider - no magic involved, just pure nuclear physics. When lead nuclei fly past each other at a minimal distance, their electromagnetic fields knock protons out of the nuclei. In rare cases, a gold atom remains. In one cycle of such events, 86 billion were counted. Newton and others struggled for centuries with the mystery of obtaining the Philosopher's Stone. And now it's a reality.

Klein Vision to launch flying sports cars for sale

Slovak company Klein Vision will begin selling flying sports cars as early as next year - they will cost $1 million. The car can transform into an airplane in 80 seconds and fly up to 1000 km. The speed in the air is promised to be up to 250 km/h, on the road - up to 200 km/h. The Aircar prototype has already received a certificate of airworthiness and completed 500 successful test flights.

Humanity has explored only ~0.001% of ocean depths

Scientists have calculated that humanity has explored only ~0.001% of ocean depths. From 1958 to the present, 44,000 deep-sea dives have visually examined only 3,823 km² of the seafloor, with 97% of expeditions conducted by just five countries: the USA, Japan, New Zealand, France, and Germany. Even if the pace were increased a thousandfold, it would take about 100,000 years to survey the remaining areas.

Bill Gates pledges to donate almost all his wealth to charity

Bill Gates has promised to donate almost all of his wealth (more than $200 billion) to charity: the Microsoft founder does not want to 'die rich'. The Gates Foundation, which he founded with his ex-wife in 2000, originally planned to continue its work for several decades after their passing, but now the plans have changed - within 20 years, the organization will spend all the money and then close.

Anti-Hangover Bottle Openers Now Available

Innovative gadget with an Asian approach to parties: when opening the bottle, it adds a special substance to the drink that: 1. Softens the effects of alcohol in the morning, 2. Enriches the taste with fruity notes, 3. Contains anti-hangover components based on plant extracts.

Netflix launches its own TikTok

In the coming weeks, iOS and Android users will have a vertical feed of short videos with excerpts from series and movies. The clips will be tailored personally to your interests.

New Disneyland to Open in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi will open the first new Disneyland in 17 years - it will be the seventh in the world and the second after Hong Kong that Russians can visit without a visa. The park will be built by 2033 on the coast of Yas Island, where Warner Bros. World and Ferrari World with the world's fastest roller coaster are also located, and the Arab developer Miral will be entirely responsible for the development and construction.

Cat language may soon be translated into human language

Chinese company Baidu is developing an AI that will make this possible. The neural network will analyze data on voice, body language, behavior, and biosignals, then transform them into words understandable to humans. The technology aims to be used to monitor pet health, understand their moods, and analyze the behavior of wild animals. In reality, it will be something like a collar or camera that translates pets' 'words' in real-time.

20-Year-Old Tutor Dies from Overwork

A 20-year-old tutor died from overwork and the burden of 400 students. The young man started working at a Chinese online tutoring company right after university to support his family. Recently, he was often working overtime to save for his wedding and complete all tasks before his vacation. The management only supported him in this. One evening, his fiancée did not find him coming home from work and contacted the police. He died right at his workplace from a sudden cardiac arrest.

Guards Protecting Statue in Dublin

In Dublin, guards have been appointed to protect the breast of a famous statue from tourists. According to one version, the idea of the bust bringing good luck came to a local guide. The tradition gained popularity, and now the breast of Molly Malone shines very brightly. The city authorities wanted to protect the sanctity of Molly Malone. Now a pilot project with the involvement of guards has been launched in Dublin. Every time a tourist approaches the statue with an outstretched hand, a stern voice nearby says: “Please do not touch.” Soon, a fence might be placed around the statue, and the damaged parts of Molly may be restored.

Smart Toilets in Shanghai

Smart toilet laboratories have appeared in Shanghai. Now, a regular visit to the toilet is also an express medical check-up. Some public restrooms in the city are equipped with systems that analyze urine on-site and send results to the user's smartphone. How it works: The device scans the sample, collects health data (sugar, protein, dehydration, etc.), and sends the results via an app.

Major South Korean Operator to Replace SIM Cards After Cyberattack

SK Telecom, South Korea's largest operator, will replace 25 million SIM cards due to a large-scale cyberattack. Hackers intercepted authentication keys and can now access SMS and contacts, as well as "clone" numbers. Replacement will be required for all clients, but due to a shortage of cards, the process will take several months: the company will be able to issue no more than six million SIM cards by May.

Chinese Turn Robodogs into Firefighters

The Chinese have turned robodogs into firefighters - they can extinguish fires right inside burning buildings and search for survivors. The base model is the Unitree B2, but with a body resistant to extreme temperatures and mounts for a water cannon and more. Currently, the dogs are being tested in Qingdao, and there are plans to supply them to fire departments across the country.

Trump Orders Reopening of Alcatraz

Donald Trump has ordered the reopening of Alcatraz, the 'most terrifying' prison closed in 1963. He stated that the 'most ruthless and dangerous criminals in America' would be sent there and called the project a symbol of 'law, order, and justice'.

UAE Incorporates AI into School Curriculum

The United Arab Emirates is integrating artificial intelligence into the school curriculum - from kindergarten through 12th grade. Their goal is to raise a generation capable of competing in the global AI race, and they are starting in the upcoming school year. The UAE has already invested in data centers for training models and established a fund for AI investments, which is projected to exceed $100 billion. OpenAI's Chief, Sam Altman, calls the country a possible "testbed" for piloting technologies and future global rules for the entire AI industry.