Indian Man Sets Largest Collection of Unusual Vehicles

A man from India has assembled the largest collection of unusual vehicles in the world, which has even been included in the Guinness Book of Records. Currently, he owns 57 custom vehicles - including ones shaped like a giant computer, shoes and boots, a toilet, a pool table, and more. All are handmade and fully operational. He says he became fascinated with building such items at the age of 14 and over time turned his hobby into a business by opening a museum.

The Return of Buttons

Humanity is returning to buttons. The Wall Street Journal reported that the world is moving away from touchscreens in favor of physical levers, wheels, and switches. Brands like BMW, Kia, Tesla, Volkswagen, and Apple technologies like iPhone, AirPods, and MacBook, as well as e-readers from Boox, Kobo, Nook, and other devices are bringing buttons back.

Outpost X Hotel: A Star Wars Experience in the USA

Outpost X Hotel, located in the USA, offers a unique experience that immerses guests in the Star Wars universe. This hotel, built in the middle of the desert, creates the illusion of being on the planet Tatooine. The hotel's buildings are designed in the style of primitive huts and caves, which adds authenticity and immerses guests in the world of a distant galaxy. Additionally, the hotel offers a variety of themed events and activities that help guests dive even deeper into the universe’s atmosphere. Guests can encounter characters from the films, participate in quests and missions, and enjoy themed meals and drinks in the hotel's restaurants and bars.

Inventor Caleb Olson Unveils Drone that Cleans Up Dog Poop

Inventor Caleb Olson has unveiled a drone that cleans up dog poop. The AI drone scans the area, recognizes the piles, and collects them by covering them with its dome.

Richmond Launches Vertical AI Farm

The city of Richmond (USA) has launched a vertical AI farm that will produce 1.8 million kilograms of strawberries annually. It consists of 9-meter towers where the berries grow. The farm automatically analyzes and adjusts temperature, light, and humidity.

Scientists Create €3 Million Kamikaze Satellite

Scientists are creating a €3 million kamikaze satellite, whose sole mission is to burn up in the atmosphere immediately after launch. The mission is planned for 2027 and is organized by the European Space Agency. The main goal is to study in detail how the device will break apart, in order to create easily disintegrating satellites in the future and reduce the amount of debris in orbit. For this purpose, the washing machine-sized satellite will be equipped with 200 sensors, four cameras, and an ultra-protected black box that can store all data.

Scientists Invent Knitted Cat Hats with Electrodes

Scientists have invented knitted cat hats with electrodes - inside are hidden electrodes that allow an EEG to be performed. The problem is that elderly cats with chronic illnesses are not very willing to undergo the procedure - they bite, chew on wires, and otherwise hinder veterinarians' work. Scientists found a brilliantly cute solution - hats with slits for the ears. Combined with pleasant smells and calming light, the cats sit calmly in the hats until the end of the procedure.

New Solar Panel Can Provide Energy Day and Night

Researchers have applied a conventional silicon solar cell, supplemented with a transparent element for microcirculation of liquid. This liquid can change its molecular structure under the influence of ultraviolet and visible light. Scientists have named this addition Molecular Solar Thermal Energy Storage (MOST). The energy is stored in the form of changes in molecular bonds in the liquid. To release the energy, the original bonds need to be restored. The liquid can be used up to 1000 times or around three months of continuous operation.

New Version of Moonwalkers Released

A new version of the Moonwalker boots has been released - they are now lighter and faster - up to 11 km/h. Moonwalkers can be attached to regular shoes, making them suitable for those rushing to work. The battery lasts for 10 km, and the only downside is the price of $1199.

Epic Drone Show in China Sets New Guinness World Record

An epic drone show in China has set a new Guinness World Record. A total of 7,598 drones took to the night sky, forming the Great Wall of China, a colorful dragon, several other figures, and a giant tiger. The latter became the record holder, earning the title of 'largest drone image in history,' surpassing the previous record by more than 2.5 times.

Archaeologists Use AI to Discover New Nasca Geoglyphs

Archaeologists have harnessed AI in the search for geoglyphs on the Nasca plateau in Peru, and it has found 303 new drawings. The ancient geoglyphs are over 2,000 years old, and their study began about a century ago. Since then, archaeologists have managed to find only 430 patterns, but in six months, AI discovered another 303.

Oxford Scientists Find PowerWash Simulator Improves Mood

Oxford scientists have discovered that playing PowerWash Simulator improves mood. They tested the impact of various activities - from shopping to sex - on the well-being of the subjects. One of the activities was playing the water pressure cleaning simulator. It turned out that in more than 70% of cases, the player's mood significantly improved within 15 minutes. In the end, it turned out that PowerWash Simulator works better than reading, shopping, and TV shows, but worse than sex, food, walks, and music.

Batman Star Appears on Hollywood Walk of Fame

A star for 'Batman' has appeared on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Not for any actor who played the Dark Knight, but for the character Batman himself. This is the first time a fictional character has received such an honor.

Beer Museum-Bar in the Chinese City of Nanjing

As the owners explain, they call themselves a museum because they have a collection of over a thousand types of beer and you can try varieties from almost any part of the world. The entrance is designed like a store-temple with mirrored ceiling and walls, and the bar itself is located in the next room.

Denmark to Open ‘Paper Art’ Museum in the Form of a Giant Leaf

A 'Paper Art' museum in the form of a giant leaf will open in Denmark. In fact, it is already open but currently occupies an unremarkable building of a former Aldi supermarket. In the near future, a complete reconstruction is planned. The museum exhibits paper paintings, origami, as well as busts and huge sculptures. There is also a café and a workshop on the premises where visitors can create something themselves.

Mark Zuckerberg Unveils Future AR Glasses

Mark Zuckerberg unveiled the AR glasses of the future – they look like regular ones but with cool lens displays and eye tracking control. They work in tandem with an external processor that resembles a power bank and a bracelet that recognizes gestures. There is a built-in AI assistant, YouTube, and many familiar apps, as well as a feature for real-time speech translation. For now, it is a prototype, and its cost is close to $10,000, so sales will only begin once they can make it cheaper.

American Airlines passengers discover they are still in Texas after 9 hours

American Airlines passengers flew 9 hours from Texas to Seoul, and upon landing, discovered they were still in Texas. Airline staff said the reason was a problem with the toilet. No further explanations were given.

'Digital Condoms' Released by Billy Boy in Germany

The brand Billy Boy from Germany has released 'digital condoms.' This is the name of the app Camdom, which protects against recordings during sex. It blocks cameras and microphones on phones with a single swipe. Disabling the block undetected is not possible – an alarm will be triggered on the partner's phone. The app is designed to protect people from malicious partners who might upload personal photos and videos to the internet.

Scientists Create Mosquito-Proof Fabric

Scientists have created a fabric that protects against mosquito bites. It is as comfortable as regular clothing. The secret is simple - the scientists altered the texture of the loops that make up the fabric, and the insects simply couldn't bite through it. This type of clothing was tested on 40 different species of mosquitoes, and none managed to penetrate it.

Cat Named Monkey Surprises Owner with Lottery Ticket

The cat named Monkey surprised her owner with an unusual surprise – she brought home a winning lottery ticket. The 33-year-old UK resident Megan Christian captured this moment on video and shared the clip on TikTok. As of now, it has garnered over 11 million views. The pet often comes home with unusual finds: coffee packets or KFC wings. However, the animal had not delighted its owner with such surprises before. The woman scratched off the protective coating and discovered that she had randomly won £10.