Museum Worker in the Netherlands Accidentally Throws Away Exhibit

In the Netherlands, a museum worker accidentally threw one of the exhibits into the trash. The installation was called 'The Good Times We Had Together' and consisted of two empty beer cans. The twist was that they were placed in the elevator for some reason. A mechanic who came to fix the elevator thought someone littered and threw the exhibit away.

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October 10, 2024

Hurricane 'Milton' Approaches Florida

Hurricane 'Milton' approached Florida last night. The 'National Hurricane Center of the USA' notes that the hurricane is strengthening and growing as it moves, approaching the maximum Category 5. In the US, preparations are underway for possible power outages lasting several weeks. Residents have been informed that there is almost no time left for evacuation.

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October 10, 2024

Largest NASCAR Crash in 22 Years

In NASCAR, the largest crash in 22 years occurred - with five laps remaining in the race, 28 cars collided at once. The culprit was driver Brad Keselowski, who pushed one of his rivals too hard, causing him to lose control and spin sharply into the others. Fortunately, no one was injured. For now, the absolute record remains with the 2002 race when 31 cars were involved in a massive crash.

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October 8, 2024

MIT Scientists Unveil Future You

Scientists from MIT have unveiled the neural network Future You, which allows you to chat with a '60-year-old version' of yourself. First, it finds out the details of your life, and then, based on them, creates an aged virtual version of you with fake 'memories of the future'.

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October 8, 2024

Mark Zuckerberg turned a Porsche Cayenne Turbo into a minivan

Mark Zuckerberg turned a Porsche Cayenne Turbo into a minivan and gave it to his wife. He says that he designed the car himself, and the implementation of the project was supported by the guys from West Coast Customs (the same ones from 'Pimp My Ride') and Porsche itself.

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October 8, 2024

Scientists Name Brain Cell After Shrek

Scientists have named an element in the human brain after Shrek. The 'green ogre cell' was discovered during the treatment of people with epilepsy. Electrodes were connected to the patients, which only sent a signal when participants read a short story involving Shrek or looked at his photographs.

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October 8, 2024

Keanu Reeves at Professional Car Race in Indianapolis

Keanu Reeves participated in professional car races in Indianapolis - he went off the track once and finished 25th out of 35. The actor drove a Toyota GR86 styled in the theme of BRZRKR - a comic series co-created by him. In the future, a film and an anime series based on it are planned.

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October 8, 2024

Harvard Students Add Facial Recognition to Smart Glasses

Students from Harvard have added facial recognition to smart glasses and taught them to 'recognize' passersby. The algorithm finds a person in social networks and leaked databases in seconds, showing the name, address, phone number, place of work, and more. All information is sent to the smartphone, but if the glasses had their own display, it would be displayed directly on it. According to the students, with this project they wanted to show that modern technologies allow you to learn a lot about you literally at a glance. They will not be making their software publicly available.

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October 7, 2024

AI Learns to Generate Videos with Sound

AI has learned to generate videos with sound. Zuckerberg showcased the revolutionary neural Meta Movie Gen, which can create videos on request and add realistic sounds to them. For example, if you ask to create a thunderstorm, the AI adds thunder. It can also create scenes from just your photo, edit objects in videos, and change their background.

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October 7, 2024

Sherlock Returns to the Screen

Sherlock returns to the screens: the producer wants to make a film or series with Cumberbatch's version. The main problem is getting the actors together. The last time Cumberbatch and Freeman got together for filming was 7 years ago. But the team is not losing hope and hopes that the stars' schedules can be aligned for the continuation of the legendary franchise.

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October 7, 2024

Jeans Should Not Be Washed - Levi's CEO Charles Bergh

Jeans should not be washed - Levi's CEO Charles Bergh stated that he hasn't washed his jeans for over 10 years. Experts claim that washing jeans too often can ruin their 'unique characteristics.' If jeans need to be washed, it is recommended to do so after at least 10 wears, or ideally once a month. Before washing, jeans should be turned inside out, zippers and buttons fastened, and washed in cold water without conditioner. It is recommended to air dry jeans, as this helps maintain their shape, color, and fabric. Bergh even said that he showers directly in his jeans, and they have held up brilliantly.

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October 7, 2024

Cat Hotels in Japan

In Japan, following the trend of cat cafes, cat hotels are starting to appear. At the capsule hotel Neco Republic in Osaka, for example, you can rent a room for $200 and spend the whole day hanging out with local cats that live literally in every corner of the establishment.

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October 7, 2024

American Engineers Create Digital Leash

American engineers have created a digital leash that allows a dog to be kept at a distance of 3 to 220 meters. The Heel Roam 350 is a smart collar that prevents the dog from straying further than permitted: it first gives the dog a command to return, then administers an electric shock.

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October 7, 2024

Rocco Battlier recreates famous landmarks with LEGO

American Rocco Battlier builds famous landmarks and historically accurate models of ancient cities using LEGO. Trained as an architect, he became interested in the "bricks" in 2009: since then, he has recreated ancient Rome, Jerusalem, the Vatican, the Eiffel Tower, and much more. The constructions require tens of thousands of pieces and months of work. In the process, he studies dozens of articles and documents, and sometimes even consults with museums.

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October 6, 2024

South Korea Launches Scooter with Built-in Workspace

In South Korea, a scooter with a built-in workspace has been released. The unique vehicle WORKNIC is equipped with a foldable stool and a collapsible table, which allows you to work anywhere.

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October 4, 2024

NASA wants to grow mushrooms on the Moon

NASA agency wants to grow mushrooms on the Moon using lunar soil and water, and create building materials for bases from them. Scientists have already showcased mycoblocks - mushroom bricks, whose walls will protect astronauts from 99% of radiation.

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October 4, 2024

Unique Drift Racer Steers with Feet

The only professional drifter in the world who steers with his feet. Polish racer Bartek Ostalowski lost his arms in a severe accident in 2006 when he was 20 years old, but he did not give up his favorite activity and continued training. He turns the wheel with his left foot, presses the pedals with his right, and shifts gears with his shoulder using a special device. Throughout his career, Bartek participated in dozens of major competitions and championships, raced with the legendary Ken Block, and appeared in Grand Tour.

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October 4, 2024

Powerful Solar Flare X7.1

A powerful flare at level X7.1 occurred on the Sun - it became the second most powerful in the last seven years. Scientists anticipate strong geomagnetic storms with intensities of G3-G5 and auroras across the entire Northern Hemisphere. A massive plasma outburst will strike the Earth on the night from Friday to Saturday.

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October 4, 2024

Combating Mouse Overpopulation in New York

Scientists have developed contraceptives for mice, and the city government has already started their implementation by distributing them on the streets. If the experiment proves successful, it might also be applied in other countries to combat mice.

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October 4, 2024

Brits Create Pyramid Yacht Concept

The British have developed a concept for a pyramid yacht. Designer Jonathan Schwinge presented the Tetrahedron - a luxurious hydrofoil vessel reminiscent of a 'Star Destroyer'. The idea is for the ship to have a length of 21 meters and a top speed of 70 km/h.

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October 4, 2024