Australian scientists learn to make cold brew coffee in 3 minutes instead of 12-24 hours

Australian scientists have learned to make cold brew coffee in just 3 minutes instead of the usual 12-24 hours. Cold brew coffee is made by steeping coffee beans in cold water to extract a concentrate. This type of drink is sweeter and less bitter/acidic than regular hot coffee, which is why it is gaining popularity. The main problem was that the soaking process took a very long time. Science came to the rescue: scientists have learned to use ultrasound to significantly speed up the cold brewing process, which now takes only 3 minutes.

Banksy's Original Artwork Sold for $97,000 Sparks Controversy

Banksy's artwork can be bought for $500 if you're lucky. Three guys purchased the original 'Girl with a Balloon' for $97,000 and made 299 copies. All 300 copies were put up on a website, but it's unknown who would receive the original Banksy artwork. The artist himself would evaluate it as an attempt to question the value of art.

Record-Breaking Sale: Black Lotus Card Sold for $3 Million

The Black Lotus card from the game Magic: The Gathering has been sold at an auction for $3 million, setting a new record. The card is part of a limited edition from 1993, and despite its value and rarity, many fans felt that the price was too high. While the buyer acknowledges that they may have overpaid for the Black Lotus, they have no regrets as the card holds great personal value to them.

Italian Hatchbacks Transformed into Unique Boats

Italians turn Fiat 500 hatchbacks into one-of-a-kind boats. Interestingly, the team at Car Off-Shore is officially licensed by Fiat themselves. Only the body of the car is left, everything else is a fully functioning boat. They plan to build a symbolic number of 500 units. Price starts at $120,000.

Video games meet karting

Belgian company BattleKart has combined go-karting with video games. There is an analog of Mario Kart with bonuses and rockets, something like air hockey and even Snake, and everything works on a system of projectors and cameras. The idea has become so popular that similar attractions have started to open in France, Australia, the UAE, and other countries.

Apple stickers are leaving

Apple no longer includes stickers with the Apple logo in the Vision Pro package, and now they are also missing from the new iPads. According to rumors, the same thing will happen with future iPhones. Just like the decision to remove the charging block from the package, this is all about ecology: the company aims to eliminate plastic from packaging.

Nudist Cruise Set to Depart in February 2025

A nudist cruise is set to depart in February 2025. It will last for 11 days in the Caribbean Sea. The price of this pleasure ranges from $2000 to $33000. The organizers require following etiquette - placing a towel under the buttocks before sitting down.

Introducing License-Free Electric Aircrafts in the USA

This summer, the US will start selling electric aircrafts that do not require a pilot's license. The aircraft, created by startup Pivotal with the support of Google co-founder Larry Page, can accelerate up to 100 km/h and fly up to 32 km on a single charge. They are said to be as easy to control as drones, and for added safety, they come equipped with a ballistic parachute. The price starts at $190,000, and it includes training and a trailer for transportation.

Unique moped

A blogger from the United Kingdom has created an unusual all-directional moped. It can spin in place, ride sideways, and diagonally. At the core of this contraption are the so-called Ilon wheels, which consist of several rollers. The technology was invented by Swedish inventor Bengt Ilon back in 1973.

Some iPhone alarm clocks are broken

Some iPhone alarm clocks have stopped working. Complaints from phone owners have started to arrive at Apple, with some alarms playing quietly or not working at all. The company has officially acknowledged the issue and is working on a solution.

Madonna Gives Largest Concert of Her Career in Rio de Janeiro

Madonna gave the largest concert of her career at a free beach show in Rio de Janeiro, with over 1.5 million people in attendance. Fans secured the best spots days before the concert as it marked the final performance of her Celebration tour. Spectators also watched the two-hour show from yachts and neighboring apartment buildings. The Rio de Janeiro authorities spent approximately $4 million on the concert, while the estimated profit is $59 million.

The future is in our hands!

A new law has been passed in the Philippines, according to which all children must plant 10 trees in order to graduate from school or college. This initiative is aimed at showing the younger generation that the future of the planet is in their hands!

Orangutans in Indonesia Use Medicinal Herbs

Orangutans in Indonesia have learned to use medicinal herbs. A primate named Rakus figured out how to chew on the leaves of Fibraurea tinctoria and then rub the resulting juice and pulp into a scratch on his face. Everything healed within a couple of weeks.

Hubble Network Makes Groundbreaking Bluetooth Connection to Satellites

For the first time in history, Hubble Network has successfully connected to a satellite in space via Bluetooth. Two microsatellites, launched into Earth's orbit a month ago, were equipped with ordinary Bluetooth modules, just like your smartphone. The company recently announced the successful connection to satellites orbiting at an altitude of 600 kilometers. Hubble Network considers this a monumental achievement that could revolutionize the world's perception of communication, such as satellite tracking for packages in space.

China launches historic mission to collect lunar samples from the far side of the Moon

China has launched its first-ever mission to collect soil samples from the far side of the Moon. The Chang'e-6 spacecraft is expected to land near the largest and oldest lunar crater, gather approximately 2 kilograms of soil, and return it to Earth. If all goes according to plan, the mission will last for 53 days, and the collected samples will help scientists better understand the history of the Moon's formation and other celestial bodies.

Miami's Aston Martin Skysail: Second Tallest Building in Florida

Aston Martin has completed the construction of the Skysail, a skyscraper in Miami. This building is the second tallest in the city and the entire state of Florida. With 391 apartments, including three-story penthouses, the 249-meter tower also features a pool, a couple of cinemas, fitness centers, a spa, children's playrooms, and 24/7 concierge service. The apartments start at $600,000, while the penthouses are priced at around $50 million.

The Eyre Highway: The Longest Straight Road in the World

The Eyre Highway in Australia is the longest straight road in the world, with a stretch of 146 km without a single turn or exit. This highway, spanning 1675 km, connects Western Australia with South Australia, passing through the virtually uninhabited Nullarbor Plain, which covers an area of 200,000 square kilometers. The nearest civilization points are typically located 200-300 km apart. Furthermore, the Nullarbor Plain is also traversed by a railway, with one of its sections being the longest perfectly straight rail track in the world, measuring 478 km.

McDonald's Develops its Biggest Burger Ever

McDonald's will develop its biggest burger in its entire history. Initially, the novelty will be tested in several countries to ensure that it really appeals to the audience, and then the giant burgers will be distributed worldwide. One of the important changes is that the buns will be prepared according to the recipe for brioche. Therefore, they will be softer and slightly sweet. The rest of the details are kept secret for now.

Linkin Park to Reunite for 2025 Tour

Linkin Park will once again be performing live - the band plans to reunite and embark on a tour in 2025. The classic lineup consisting of Mike Shinoda (vocals), Brad Delson (lead guitar), and Dave Farrell (bass guitar) will come together. Nothing is known yet about DJ Joe Hahn and drummer Rob Bourdon, while the role of Chester will be given to an unnamed vocalist.

KFC and Cheetos

A sudden collaboration from Saudi Arabia - KFC and Cheetos have come together to release a chicken coated in spicy cheese chips breading. The video even shows how Chester and Sanders created this dish in their fiery kitchen. By the way, Cheetos breading has been popular on the internet for a while now, so this collaboration was long overdue.