One of the World's Most Dangerous Airports

One of the world's most dangerous airports where you can be blown away by a plane. It is located on the island of Saint Martin in the Caribbean Sea, and its only runway, 2300 meters long, is situated close to the beach, which means that landing planes fly right over the heads of vacationers, and during takeoff, they blow them away.

AI Avatars Achieve Record Sales

AI avatars of two popular streamers from China conducted a 7-hour broadcast on the Youxuan platform and sold goods worth $7.6 million - more than the two have ever earned on their 'live' streams. Both hosts, Luo Yonghao and Xiao Mu, appeared as digital twins created based on a generative model from Baidu and trained on five years of their videos. Voice, mannerisms, jokes - all just like the real thing, only without breaks and fees.

Pink Fridge with Free Drinks in the Namib Desert

A pink fridge with free drinks in the middle of nowhere is an unusual attraction in the Namib Desert. It is powered by a solar panel and located about 20 minutes' drive from the main road, and local authorities placed it there as a fun photo spot. They also replenish the stock of water, juice, and iced tea daily.

Geniuses invented the dream blanket for everyone

Now making the bed is a matter of one button. The new smart blanket stretches and spreads itself as soon as you leave it or press a button in the mobile app.

Honda Unveils Pedal Cargo Bike for Couriers

Honda has unveiled a pedal-operated cargo bike for couriers, which will be assembled at a plant in the USA where supercars like the Acura NSX were previously produced. It can carry up to 295 kg and be ridden on bike paths, with an electric motor assisting pedal operation with a battery range of ~37 km. Its use is planned not only in America but also in Europe, with mass production set to begin in 2026.

SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes in Texas

In Texas, a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded. It ignited right on the ground half an hour after fueling, and the firefighters who arrived at the scene battled the flames for several hours. There were no injuries, and the cause of the explosion is described as a 'serious anomaly.' The exact issue is still being investigated, and the damage is being assessed. If the site has sustained significant damage, tests of the spacecraft, which Elon Musk plans to send to Mars as early as 2026, could be delayed by several months. 'Just a scratch,' Elon Musk jokingly commented.

Goliath Becomes a Father at the Age of 135

The Galapagos tortoise from the Miami Zoo has become a father for the first time at the age of 135. The long-lived tortoise named Goliath was born on the island of Santa Cruz sometime between 1885 and 1890, was brought to the Bronx Zoo in 1929, and moved to Miami in 1981, where he mated with several females but produced no offspring. Now fortune has smiled, and Goliath has managed to become a father with a female named Sweet Pea, who is about 85-100 years old.

Graduate Admits to Using ChatGPT for Thesis

A video went viral showing a University of California graduate admitting during the graduation ceremony that he wrote his thesis using ChatGPT. He displayed a laptop with an open chat with the AI during a live broadcast, and other graduates in the hall started clapping. It is unknown what the young man studied, but now people on social media are worried that he might be someone's future doctor.

Sony Officially Confirms Development of PlayStation 6

Sony has officially confirmed the development of the PlayStation 6. Hideaki Nishino, head of Sony Interactive, stated that the sixth console is currently the company's 'top priority'. No major details were disclosed, but Hideaki hinted at the addition of 'new types of interaction between people and games'. Rumors suggest the release is set for 2027.

Netflix to Open Netflix House Entertainment Centers

Netflix will open its own entertainment centers called Netflix House, featuring attractions and quests inspired by its series. The first two will open in Philadelphia and Dallas later this year: they will feature challenges from 'Squid Game' and One Piece, an escape from Hawkins, carousels styled after 'Wednesday', as well as arcade halls, a cinema, cafes, and more. The zones are promised to be regularly updated with new releases, and in 2027, a third Netflix House will be built in Las Vegas.

Tom Cruise to Receive Honorary Oscar

Tom Cruise will receive an honorary Oscar for his contribution to the development of cinema and 'dedication to stunt work' - this will be the first statue in the career of the 62-year-old actor. Despite his age, the artist still performs all the stunts himself, and not long ago he was even included in the Guinness Book of Records for jumping with a burning parachute 16 times in a row. Similar awards have been given in the past to Jackie Chan, David Lynch, Samuel L. Jackson, and others.

IT Specialists Suggested to Become Plumbers

IT specialists were suggested to become plumbers. One of the fathers of AI, Geoffrey Hinton, a scientist who accelerated the self-learning of neural networks, stated that technology threatens layoffs for lawyers, office workers, and call centers. To stay afloat, he proposed taking up jobs as builders, repairmen, and plumbers - as these roles will definitely not be replaced by neural networks.

World's First Humanoid Robot Store to Open in Beijing

The world's first store for selling humanoid robots will open in Beijing. There will be a demo area where customers can test everything themselves, and in addition to sales, maintenance is also promised. Reports indicate that more than 30 manufacturers, including UBTech, which makes humanoids for Zeekr, have already joined the project. The opening is planned for August.

Salina Turda: From Salt Mine to Entertainment Center

The Romanian salt mine Salina Turda has been transformed into an underground entertainment center. Salt extraction began in this location as early as the 11th century and ceased in 1932 due to economic non-feasibility, after which the mine was used as warehouses and a bomb shelter. A tourist complex was established there in the 2010s: since then, it features a Ferris wheel, mini-golf, bowling, billiards, table tennis, and boat rentals.

The Most Dangerous Toy in History: Atomic Energy Lab

The most dangerous toy in history is the 'Atomic Energy Lab for Kids' with radioactive Uranium-238. The set was sold in the USA in the 1950s: inside were test tubes with real uranium ore (the authors assured there was no radiation risk if the instructions were followed), a Geiger counter, and other tools for 'exciting experiments'. This item was released due to the lack of strict safety standards for toys at the time, but it failed spectacularly due to radiation fears and a very high selling price.

China builds its Hyperloop project

In China, a Hyperloop project is being developed, where the train will reach speeds up to 1000 km/h. Planned routes include Shanghai–Hangzhou, which would cover 200 km in 9 minutes, and Beijing–Shanghai.

Tourist Breaks Swarovski Crystal 'Van Gogh's Chair'

A tourist broke the 'Van Gogh's Chair' sculpture made of Swarovski crystals at the Palazzo Maffei museum in Verona. It is an interpretation of the chair from Vincent van Gogh's painting 'Bedroom'. Surveillance footage shows that the visitors waited for the staff to leave the room to take photos on Nicola Bolla's exhibit. Fortunately, the sculpture was restored. Information about the extent of damage and holding the tourists accountable has not been disclosed.

Matthew McConaughey and Nic Pizzolatto: Reunited for a Movie

Matthew McConaughey and screenwriter Nic Pizzolatto ('True Detective') are together again - this time for a feature film about private detective Mike Hammer. The new picture will be a reimagining of the classic detective: modern setting, tough style, and, judging by the cast, a lot of characteristic male angst - primarily, of course, from McConaughey.

Micron Halts DDR4 Memory Module Production

Micron is halting the production of DDR4 memory modules. Previously, Samsung and SK Hynix made the same decision. Now, all three giants will produce modern and promising DDR5, LPDDR5, and HBM. Gamers are advised to forget about budget builds as the price of DDR4 has already begun to rise due to the shortage.

Quentin Tarantino Becomes the Highest-Paid Screenwriter in History

Quentin Tarantino has become the highest-paid screenwriter in history. Insider Jeff Sneider discovered that Netflix paid the master $20 million for an unused script. The film, which tells the story of Cliff Booth (a sequel to 'Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood'), was supposed to be the tenth in Tarantino's list, but he decided not to direct it. The film will be directed by David Fincher.