Swedish man sets Guinness World Record for eating largest amount of surströmming

In Sweden, one man made it into the Guinness World Records by consuming the largest amount of surströmming. This incredibly pungent fermented herring is notorious for its overpowering smell, which can induce uncontrollable bouts of nausea. Swedish man Sune Valentin Norlin managed to eat nearly half a kilogram of this 'delicacy'.

Colorpik Pen: A Revolutionary Pen that Replicates 16 Million Colors

Tinkerers have invented a pen capable of reproducing 16 million different colors. The creators claim that the Colorpik Pen can operate for 15 hours without charging, and a single cartridge is sufficient for a 24-kilometer line. Pre-orders will be available in March for $149.

Scientists invent synthetic alcohol called Alcarelle

Scientists have invented a synthetic alcohol called Alcarelle. It does not cause hangovers, imbalances, or any other negative side effects. At the same time, the drink will deliver a relaxing effect through gamma-aminobutyric acid, which can trigger specific signals in the brain.

Women in Afghanistan banned from visiting Band-e-Amir National Park due to hijab rules

Women in Afghanistan have been prohibited from visiting the country's only national park, Band-e-Amir, due to concerns about violations of hijab rules. However, park officials claim that women who do not follow the rules at the park mostly come from other countries.

Steve Jobs' Apple-1 Draft Sold for $175,000

A draft by Steve Jobs featuring an advertisement for the Apple-1 computer has been sold for $175,000. The lot was put up by a friend of Steve Jobs, who had met him back in school. According to him, they used to communicate frequently during the time when the first computers were being developed and tested in the garage.

Turkish Airline Introduces Child-Free Zone for a Quieter Flight Experience

Turkish airline has started selling tickets for a child-free zone on their airplanes. Passengers can pay anywhere from $50 to $108 for a guaranteed noise-free flight next to their seat without any children. They will allocate 12 rows of the aircraft separated by a curtain exclusively for these passengers. Currently, this service is only available on international flights between Amsterdam and the island of Curaçao.

The Danger of Drinking and Driving: A Practice in Japanese Driving Schools

In Japan, driving schools offer such a practice: you drink a can of beer or a glass of wine, and then you get behind the wheel and drive under the supervision of an instructor. This is done to demonstrate how dangerous such driving can be. Journalists tried it themselves and found that even a small amount of alcohol changes driving style. And apparently, these methods are successful, as the number of accidents in the country decreases every year.

New Research Shows Dogs Listen Better to Women

Hungarian scientists have discovered that dogs listen better to women than to men. Biologists from Budapest recorded the brain activity of dogs using fMRI and noticed that the auditory areas of the canine brain responded more strongly to female voices than to male voices.

Japanese Scientist's Failed Experiment with Bird Mask

A scientist from Japan spent a year wearing a giant bird mask in an attempt to befriend birds, but his experiment failed. The man dedicated his entire professional career to studying the language of chickadees and dared to undertake such an experiment in order to be accepted by the feathered creatures. Unfortunately, even after a year, the birds were still afraid of him, and the experiment had to be abandoned.

Japanese Scientist's Failed Experiment with Birds

A scientist from Japan spent a year wearing a huge bird mask in an attempt to befriend birds, but his experiment failed. The man dedicated his entire professional career to studying the language of tits and dared to conduct such an experiment to be mistaken for one of them by the birds. Unfortunately, even after a year, the birds were still afraid of him and the experiment had to be abandoned.

Create a Neural Network to Plan Your Perfect Date

A neural network has been developed to carefully plan your ideal date. All you need to provide is your budget, location, and a brief description of the girl's preferences, and the service will provide you with a step-by-step preparation guide.

The Deathstalker Scorpion: The World's Most Expensive Liquid

The Deathstalker scorpion venom is recognized as the most expensive liquid in the world. Each individual produces no more than 2 mg of venom at a time, meaning that it would take over 2 million 'milking' sessions to fill a gallon. The value of this venom lies in a key component that is used in the treatment of brain tumors. The cost for one gallon (3.7 liters) amounts to 39 million dollars.

Busch Light introduces alcohol-free beer for dogs to help owners relax with their pets

Busch Light brand has introduced beer for dogs so that owners can unwind after a hard day with their beloved pets. Interestingly, the beverage itself does not contain any alcohol, but a blend of beneficial ingredients including pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and water will help relax the dog.

Coors Light releases limited edition chair with built-in beer holder and Bluetooth speaker

Beer brand Coors Light has released a limited edition chair. It features a built-in cooler for cans, a beer tap, and a Bluetooth speaker. You can also rest your feet on a stand that resembles a stadium lawn. Only eight of these chairs have been produced, and each one costs $750.

Unusual Restaurant of Mistaken Orders

In Japan, there is an unusual 'Restaurant of Mistaken Orders' where waiters with various dementias (Alzheimer's and others) work. The gimmick of the restaurant is that no one gets upset about poor service and no one complains about the waiters - receiving something different from what was ordered is considered the norm here. Occasionally, the waiters forget where they are and what they should do, but polite customers always remind them. Those who have visited the restaurant say that they haven't spent time in such a wonderful atmosphere for a long time.

Surprising Discovery: Moon's Soil is Hotter Than Expected

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has revealed that the soil on the Moon is hotter than previously thought. Data collected from the Indian spacecraft suggests that the surface temperature reaches 70 degrees Celsius, far exceeding the initial estimates of 20 to 30 degrees Celsius. This unexpected finding has surprised scientists at ISRO.

Retiree Builds a Dog Train in Texas

In Texas, a retiree built a train for dogs. He rescued stray dogs from the streets and started thinking about how to walk them all. In the end, he created a 'passenger composition', which was loved by both neighbors and the dogs themselves.

Qualities of Mars Colonizers: Flexibility, Communication, Non-Aggression, and Collaboration

Psychologists have identified the qualities that Mars colonizers should possess. These include flexibility, the ability to communicate with each other, the absence of aggression, and a lack of desire to compete. Scientists believe that these personality traits will enable people to collaborate more effectively and accomplish the necessary tasks to survive on the harsh planet. The study involved computer modeling, tracking the first 28 years of Mars colonization. Scientists have also determined that only 22 individuals are sufficient to establish a settlement.

Dine in the Heights: Dinner at 90 Meters Above a Waterfall in Brazil

A new service has been invented in Brazil - dinner at a height above a waterfall. You are elevated to a height of 90 meters and enjoy your meal amidst the sound of the Cachoeira da Sepultura waterfall. For 15 minutes of tranquil dining, you will have to pay approximately $450.

Mysterious Flannery Associates Acquires Land for New City near San Francisco

Mysterious company Flannery Associates has acquired land near San Francisco for $800 million to build a new city. Among the company's investors are Silicon Valley elite: LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, investors Mark Andreessen and Michael Moritz, as well as Steve Jobs' ex-wife, Laurene Powell. Specific plans for the city are unknown. Flannery Associates proposed back in 2017 to create a city that runs on clean energy and is exclusively for pedestrians.