Japan successfully tests 6G network

Japan is already testing a 6G network with data transmission speeds of up to 100 gigabits per second. This is achieved thanks to extremely high frequencies ranging from 100 GHz to 300 GHz, but the tradeoff is limited range as data can only be transmitted up to a distance of 100 meters. By comparison, the maximum speed reached for 5G networks is 4.9 gigabits per second.

SpaceX opens bookings for tourist flights to Earth orbit and the ISS

SpaceX has opened bookings for tourist flights to Earth orbit and the International Space Station (ISS). Flights around the Earth are now available starting this year, and the company plans to launch flights to the ISS from 2025 and later to the Moon and Mars. Exact prices and dates have not been announced yet. The company will individually contact those who have submitted applications.

Sony's Latest Summer Gadget - Personal Neck Cooler and Heater

Sony's summer gadget, a personal mini air conditioner that is meant to be worn around the neck, has now reached its fifth generation. This gadget not only cools but also warms, with an automatic mode that adjusts settings based on body temperature. The price is £139.

Plastic Utilization Worldwide: China Falls Behind, South Korea Leads

Environmental organization Earth Action has released its annual report analyzing waste utilization in 84 countries over the past five years. China emerged as the top offender, with approximately 14 million tons of plastic going unutilized. On the other hand, South Korea excels in plastic utilization, losing no more than 2.5% of plastic waste.

AI Predicts Employee Resignations in Japan

In Japan, a neural network informs managers if any of the employees want to quit. The algorithm analyzes the behavior of the diligent workers. Artificial intelligence knows everything about the employees: age, gender, personal data. Based on all the information and psychological analysis of behavior, AI provides forecasts.

13-Year-Old Boy Discovers Rare LEGO Octopus Washed Ashore

In the UK, one of the 5 million LEGO pieces that sank in 1997 when a cargo ship got caught in a storm has been found. For two years, 13-year-old Lutauras Cemolonskas regularly visited the beach in Marasion city to search for the LEGO octopus, which is considered one of the rarest pieces from the sunken batch - there were only 4200 of them.

Mexican consumer wins case against Cartier

A Mexican man purchased Cartier earrings online for $28, which were priced at $28,000. The company had mistakenly listed the wrong price on their website. Cartier offered a refund along with a bottle of fine champagne and a luxury leather document holder as compensation. However, the man was not satisfied and filed a complaint with the Mexican Consumer Protection Agency, which ruled in favor of the buyer.

Elon Musk's Unannounced Visit to China for Autonomous Car Software Talks

Elon Musk has made an unannounced visit to China. The businessman is seeking to negotiate with Beijing on deploying software for fully autonomous cars and transferring data from China outside the country. The latter is needed to utilize information collected on Chinese roads for training the autopilot.

Louvre moves Mona Lisa to the basement to avoid disappointment

The Louvre has decided to move Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa to the basement in order to prevent tourists from being disappointed. There is always a huge line of people in the museum who want to see the famous painting and take a few photos. It is understandable that the experience is not the most pleasant, and tourists write many reviews about how Mona Lisa did not meet their expectations.

Chinese Astribot: an agile robot-housekeeper

Chinese Astribot has showcased a nimble robot-housekeeper. It is capable of cooking, watering flowers, vacuuming, and performing various household chores. The development is led by experts from Tencent, Baidu, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Currently, it is a prototype, with the lower part of the body yet to be implemented, but it is planned to be included. The team aims to refine and even launch the sales of the product by the end of the year.

Jordanluca's Controversial Pee Stain Denim Takes High Fashion by Storm

Fashion brand Jordanluca has released unconventional jeans that give the impression someone has already watched a horror film and was so scared they wet their pants. The marvel of high fashion is aptly named 'pee stain denim.' They were first showcased in the autumn-winter collection and received mixed reviews. However, despite the controversial design and a price tag of $811, they quickly sold out. Nevertheless, it has never been easier to indulge in high fashion.

Lego presents a magnificent Milky Way galaxy set

Lego has presented a luxurious set-painting of the Milky Way galaxy. Our galaxy consists of 3091 pieces, ranging from plants to crystals and shapeless objects. For space enthusiasts, the set includes a small podcast that explains the structure of the Milky Way. The price of this beauty is $200.

Inching Closer to Possible Contact with Extraterrestrials

We are just steps away from possible contact with aliens. Currently, the James Webb telescope is exploring the planet K2-18b, which scientists believe could harbor life. The main reason for this hypothesis is the discovery of a gas in the planet's atmosphere that is typically emitted only by living organisms under normal conditions. The telescope's mission is to search for the beings that produce this gas. By the way, K2-18b is situated 120 light-years away from Earth.

plastic pollution at the ocean bottom is hundreds of times worse than on the surface

A new study has revealed that there is up to 11 million tons of plastic at the bottom of the ocean, hundreds of times more than on the surface. Scientists utilized existing scientific data from underwater research to build two predictive models and assess the amount and distribution of plastic on the ocean floor. It turns out that around 46% of the predicted plastic mass underwater is found at depths less than 200 meters. The rest of the waste is located at depths ranging from 200 to 11,000 meters.

Scientists warn of threat to global chocolate supplies

Scientists have warned of a threat to global chocolate supplies. The threat comes from mealybugs, which cause losses of up to 50% of cocoa bean yields in Ghana. The mealybugs, against which pesticides are ineffective, eat the leaves, buds, and flowers of cocoa trees, and a virus causes swollen shoot disease in cocoa. Farmers are trying to combat it with vaccines. However, vaccines are expensive, especially for low-wage farmers, and vaccinated trees yield less cocoa, exacerbating the devastating consequences of the virus.

Meta AI for Ray-Ban: The Future of Smart Glasses

Meta AI for Ray-Ban. They can instantly translate text into any language, take photos and videos. It also features voice assistant for easy control. It can answer questions, play music, and much more. This is a fully-fledged device of the future: stylish, compact, and lightweight. No wires or bulky headsets. The glasses are priced at just $299.

Snif brand releases perfumes with pizza and cola scents

The Snif brand has launched perfumes with the aromas of pizza and cola. The first perfume reminds of a hot cheesy pizza with hints of tomato sauce, basil, and toasted bun, while the second one features the icy creamy soda with notes of cinnamon and lemon. The price for a 30 ml bottle is $119. The first batch is already available for sale from April 29th.

Pedophile Banned from Using AI

The court has prohibited a pedophile from using AI after the British man generated over 1000 indecent photographs of children. He is now even forbidden from accessing websites with access to similar neural networks. This is an important case as such restrictions have never been made before.

Milan Considers Banning Late-Night Ice Cream, Pizza, and Street Food

Milan is considering a ban on ice cream, pizza, and street food after midnight in order to prevent noisy groups of people from disturbing locals' sleep. Since it is difficult to control this issue, authorities have decided to simply eliminate the reasons for being outside after dark. They plan to prohibit street food vendors from operating from mid-May to November, mainly due to tourists.

Scientists acknowledge consciousness in a wide range of animals

Scientists have acknowledged the presence of consciousness in a significant number of animals. A group of 39 biologists and philosophers from different countries have signed a declaration that suggests the existence of consciousness in a broader range of living beings than previously recognized. They claim that there is compelling scientific evidence of conscious experience in birds and mammals. It may even extend to all vertebrates, including reptiles, amphibians, and fish. The declaration states that this possibility also applies to many invertebrates such as insects, crabs, lobsters, squids, octopuses, and cuttlefish.