China Tests 6G - Transfers 50GB File in 1.4 Seconds

In China, 6G was tested - the technology transfers a 50-gigabyte file in 1.4 seconds, which is 14 times faster than the maximum theoretical speed of current 5G. As part of the pilot launch conducted at 10 real sites in the city, China Mobile specialists achieved a data transfer rate of 280 Gbps. The next stage of testing is overall network stability. China Mobile's investments in 6G development already exceed $5.4 billion. In 5G networks, the company today has the largest coverage in the world: over 2.4 million stations covering 93% of China's administrative districts.

People with ADHD are three times more successful in business

Researchers found that people with ADHD are three times more successful in business than everyone else. Attention deficit turned out not to be a problem but a superpower - it literally provides all the necessary traits of a successful entrepreneur: the ability to make quick decisions, think unconventionally, and a willingness to take risks. Large companies have already caught on and are hunting for ADHD talents: they create special working conditions for them and entice them with high salaries.

Samsung is preparing its first triple-folding smartphone

Samsung is preparing its first triple-folding smartphone. The novelty may be released by the end of the year. According to rumors, the device will feature a 10-inch internal screen, a 6.5-inch external screen, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Elite Edition) chip, and a triple camera. The name is not yet confirmed, with Galaxy Z Trifold being one of the options.

$1.25 Billion Offer from Zuckerberg Declined

$1.25 billion was offered by Zuckerberg to a neural network engineer from the company Abel, but he declined. The founder of Abel mentioned that his employee was offered $1.25 billion over 4 years, which equals a salary of $312 million per year. This is the largest offer known so far in the AI race. Despite the ten-figure sum, the employee did not take this bait and stayed with Abel.

PepsiCo launches 'healthy' cola for the first time

PepsiCo has launched a 'healthy' cola for the first time. It contains five times less sugar and only 30 kcal per can instead of the usual 150. Additionally, it contains prebiotics for gut health. The company has taken this step in an effort to revive interest in soft drinks amidst declining sales of classic beverages: today, people are increasingly looking for 'cleaner' products - with minimal sugar and calories. The new cola has been named Prebiotic Cola and will be released at the end of this year in two flavors - Classic and Cherry Vanilla.

Asteroid narrowly misses Earth

An asteroid just flew past Earth at a tiny distance. The 4-meter asteroid A11q7qv passed only 4000 kilometers away from Earth - most satellites fly higher. This is one of the top 10 dangerous approaches of asteroids to our planet in all observation history. And what's most unfortunate - it was only noticed near Earth. If the trajectory of the asteroid had been a fraction of a percent different, it would have hit Earth - the approximate effect would have been felt as an airburst with a power of 0.75 kilotons.

Powerful Typhoon Hits Hong Kong

A powerful typhoon has hit Hong Kong. The maximum wind speed reached 140 km/h. Public transport and ferry services in the city were halted. Additionally, about 500 flights were canceled due to weather conditions, and another 400 were postponed to a later date. Local authorities also suspended classes in schools and kindergartens. The typhoon warning level has now been lowered from 10th (hurricane) to 8th degree (severe storm), however, heavy rains continue.

White crows do exist

White crows do exist, and they are not albinos. Albinism is the absence of the pigment melanin, which makes the animal white, the eyes red, and the legs pink. But white crows exhibit leucism, wherein the pigment is only partially lost. Therefore, their plumage is white, but the eyes are usually blue. And they look very beautiful.

Young Hong Kong Resident Becomes World Champion in Doing Nothing

A young Hong Kong resident, Denis Kwan Hong-Wang, has become a world champion in doing nothing. Denis Kwan Hong-Wang from Hong Kong gained worldwide fame for his ability to do nothing for one and a half hours. The young man won the main prize in the Space-Out competition - a contest for professional idlers. To win, Denis Kwan Hong-Wang had to stay awake, remain silent, not use a smartphone, not talk, not eat, not drink, not sing, and not dance for 90 minutes. In the competition final, judges assessed the heartbeat of each of the 10 finalists and selected the one whose heart rate was the most stable.

Human Defeats AI in Coding Competition in Tokyo

A programmer from Poland competed against a specially developed OpenAI model in a 10-hour contest in Tokyo. Both competitors had the same equipment and adhered to the same rules for programming languages and submission times. The young man achieved a result nearly 10% better than the AI - he was personally congratulated by Sam Altman.

Danger of Pierced Smartphone Battery

Do you know what happens if a smartphone battery is suddenly pierced? At the site of the puncture, flammable gas is almost instantly released and the temperature rises sharply, causing the case to catch fire and even potentially explode. It is not recommended to extinguish such a fire with water, as it often only enhances the reaction. It is better to use a fire extinguisher, cover the gadget tightly with earth, or isolate it by covering it with something metallic.

Spy Flashlight Released in England

A spy flashlight has been released in England. The NanoB9 can shine with normal light at 200 lumens, red light that is beneficial for the eyes, as well as ultraviolet light for finding markings or checking banknotes. The gadget is comparable in size to a coin and its battery lasts for 15 hours of operation.

Cat Pepper from Tallahassee Helps Discover a New Virus Strain

Cat Pepper from the city of Tallahassee helped its scientist owner discover a new virus strain. American virologist John Lednitski described a new strain of orthoreovirus thanks to his cat's skillfulness. The point is that the pet, named Pepper, brought a dead shrew infected with the virus to its owner just in time. Testing showed that the shrew was a carrier of a previously unknown strain of orthoreovirus. It is known that viruses of this genus can infect white-tailed deer, bats, and other mammals. Its effect on the human body is poorly studied: there are only extremely rare reports of the ability of orthoreovirus to cause meningitis, encephalitis, and gastroenteritis.

73-Year-Old Grandmother Wins Tekken 8 Tournament

In Japan, the Care Esports League took place - an annual competition for older gamers. All participants are aged from 60 to 93. The atmosphere is like a real esports event: tournament tables, commentators, prizes. They play at a serious level. The champion was Yoshie Murabe, 73 years old.

Astronomers see the formation of a new planetary system for the first time

Astronomers have seen for the first time how a new planetary system forms. The star HOPS 315, where the 'zero moment' was recorded, is literally a cosmic newcomer - it is only 100-200 thousand years old. Using the James Webb Telescope and the ALMA radio interferometer, scientists have managed to detect the formation of silicate crystals around the star. These are exactly the substances from which rocky planets like Earth are later formed. Scientists cannot yet say how many planets will appear around Hops 315, but they assume that the number will be close to that of our Solar System.

Largest Piece of Mars Sold at New York Auction

The largest 'piece' of Mars was sold at a New York auction. One of the auction participants purchased the 'largest piece of Mars on Earth,' paying about 5.3 million dollars for the meteorite. The rock weighs 24.49 kilograms, its length is 38 centimeters, width - 15 centimeters, height - 28 centimeters. Scientists believe the meteorite was ejected from the surface of Mars due to an asteroid. The fragment of the Red Planet likely traveled countless miles and landed in the Sahara Desert no earlier than November 2023: it was then discovered by a Nigerian meteorite hunter.

Harrison Ford Nominated for an Emmy for the First Time

Harrison Ford has been nominated for an Emmy for the first time in his career. He could win the award in the category of 'Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series' for his role in 'Therapy' on Apple TV+. Ford played the role of an experienced therapist and colleague of the main character at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center. The 77th Emmy Awards will be held on September 14. The leaders in nominations this year are the Apple TV+ series 'Severance' and 'The Studio'.

Flip Your iPhone to Save Battery

Flip your iPhone to drain less - an old, effective trick has resurfaced online, which genuinely extends the life of the smartphone. The iPhone has a built-in feature called Facedown Detection. It works simply: if the phone is screen-down, it doesn't light up with every notification. This is particularly useful when a lot of push notifications come in during the day. Even if the iPhone is just lying on the table, each push turns on the display and consumes battery. But if you keep it flipped, you can save up to 10–15% of the battery each day.

Keeper of 'Cursed' Annabelle Doll Dies at 54

The death of the 54-year-old keeper of the 'cursed and demon-possessed' Annabelle doll was reported by the New England Society for Psychic Research. Dan Rivera died on July 13 at a hotel in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He suddenly fell ill, and CPR was of no help. This happened after Rivera took the doll for a 'walk' to the National Soldiers' Home building, which is allegedly haunted by ghosts, writes The Independent. Rivera avidly studied paranormal phenomena, which he had 'encountered at an early age in his home,' according to his biography. This time, Dan embarked on a tour across America with the Annabelle doll, showcasing it to the public.

AI makes stone architecture accessible to all

A startup called Monumental Labs has emerged in the USA, which creates carved sculptures using robots. Busts, monuments, gargoyles - any masterpiece is made incredibly fast. The developers want this beauty to become as widespread and cheap as bricks.