Chinese Café Makes Waves with Vodka Latte

A café in China unexpectedly released a vodka latte. Even though the alcohol percentage in the drink is only 0.5%, it caused a sensation, and many wanted to try it. Within just 24 hours, the chain sold 5.4 million cups, equivalent to approximately $13.7 million in monetary value.

Fried Ice: China's Newest Street Food Delicacy

Chinese street food has a new delicacy - fried ice. The owner of a snack bar came up with a joke, offering passers-by to taste prepared ice with spices, thus escaping from the heat. The joking dish became so popular that it eventually turned into a signature dish of the street restaurant.

Captain Morgan Introduces Alcohol-Free Version of Its Rum

After 2 years of experiments, the Captain Morgan brand has developed a completely alcohol-free version of its beverage. In September, the alcohol-free rum will be available for purchase in the UK, followed by Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

HONOR Presents World's First Foldable Smartphone-Clutch V Purse

HONOR unveiled the world's first foldable smartphone-clutch V Purse at the IFA 2023 exhibition. Company representatives explained that their conceptual gadget showcases the ability to transform a foldable smartphone into a stylish accessory. When folded, the main screen of the smartphone remains on the outside, allowing for animated wallpapers that simulate a fashionable women's purse. Additionally, the V Purse offers various straps in different styles and colors to suit every taste.

Microsoft's AI-powered backpack: the future of portable assistance

Microsoft wants to patent an AI-powered backpack equipped with a camera, microphone, and sensors for gathering information about the environment. The company aims to create a portable and context-aware AI that is easy to use outside the home. It will be capable of assisting with navigation, adding events to the calendar, and even comparing prices while shopping. Interacting with the assistant will be possible through voice commands, as well as providing visual, auditory, and tactile feedback.

Disabled Japanese Octogenarian Conquers Mount Fuji

A ninety-year-old Japanese man has conquered Mount Fuji in a wheelchair. Yuichiro Miura ascended the mountain using a special wheelchair that was pulled by around ten people with ropes. In 1966, he descended the slopes of Mount Fuji on skis, using a parachute to slow down, and in 2003, 2008, and 2013 - at the ages of 70, 75, and 80 - he climbed Mount Everest, becoming the oldest person to reach the summit. At the age of 87, the man was hospitalized due to an illness that caused partial paralysis, but he still decided to climb Mount Fuji and used it as a form of rehabilitation.

Cruise Excursions for Cats and Their Owners Launched in Singapore

Singapore has launched a series of sea cruises for cats, kittens, and their owners. The ship will navigate around Sentosa Island while the animals and people enjoy play areas and restaurants. However, there are a couple of requirements - the furry companions must be vaccinated and sterilized, as well as be able to tolerate long journeys.

Swedish man sets Guinness World Record for eating largest amount of surströmming

In Sweden, one man made it into the Guinness World Records by consuming the largest amount of surströmming. This incredibly pungent fermented herring is notorious for its overpowering smell, which can induce uncontrollable bouts of nausea. Swedish man Sune Valentin Norlin managed to eat nearly half a kilogram of this 'delicacy'.

Colorpik Pen: A Revolutionary Pen that Replicates 16 Million Colors

Tinkerers have invented a pen capable of reproducing 16 million different colors. The creators claim that the Colorpik Pen can operate for 15 hours without charging, and a single cartridge is sufficient for a 24-kilometer line. Pre-orders will be available in March for $149.

Scientists invent synthetic alcohol called Alcarelle

Scientists have invented a synthetic alcohol called Alcarelle. It does not cause hangovers, imbalances, or any other negative side effects. At the same time, the drink will deliver a relaxing effect through gamma-aminobutyric acid, which can trigger specific signals in the brain.

Women in Afghanistan banned from visiting Band-e-Amir National Park due to hijab rules

Women in Afghanistan have been prohibited from visiting the country's only national park, Band-e-Amir, due to concerns about violations of hijab rules. However, park officials claim that women who do not follow the rules at the park mostly come from other countries.

Steve Jobs' Apple-1 Draft Sold for $175,000

A draft by Steve Jobs featuring an advertisement for the Apple-1 computer has been sold for $175,000. The lot was put up by a friend of Steve Jobs, who had met him back in school. According to him, they used to communicate frequently during the time when the first computers were being developed and tested in the garage.

Turkish Airline Introduces Child-Free Zone for a Quieter Flight Experience

Turkish airline has started selling tickets for a child-free zone on their airplanes. Passengers can pay anywhere from $50 to $108 for a guaranteed noise-free flight next to their seat without any children. They will allocate 12 rows of the aircraft separated by a curtain exclusively for these passengers. Currently, this service is only available on international flights between Amsterdam and the island of Curaçao.

The Danger of Drinking and Driving: A Practice in Japanese Driving Schools

In Japan, driving schools offer such a practice: you drink a can of beer or a glass of wine, and then you get behind the wheel and drive under the supervision of an instructor. This is done to demonstrate how dangerous such driving can be. Journalists tried it themselves and found that even a small amount of alcohol changes driving style. And apparently, these methods are successful, as the number of accidents in the country decreases every year.

New Research Shows Dogs Listen Better to Women

Hungarian scientists have discovered that dogs listen better to women than to men. Biologists from Budapest recorded the brain activity of dogs using fMRI and noticed that the auditory areas of the canine brain responded more strongly to female voices than to male voices.

Japanese Scientist's Failed Experiment with Bird Mask

A scientist from Japan spent a year wearing a giant bird mask in an attempt to befriend birds, but his experiment failed. The man dedicated his entire professional career to studying the language of chickadees and dared to undertake such an experiment in order to be accepted by the feathered creatures. Unfortunately, even after a year, the birds were still afraid of him, and the experiment had to be abandoned.

Japanese Scientist's Failed Experiment with Birds

A scientist from Japan spent a year wearing a huge bird mask in an attempt to befriend birds, but his experiment failed. The man dedicated his entire professional career to studying the language of tits and dared to conduct such an experiment to be mistaken for one of them by the birds. Unfortunately, even after a year, the birds were still afraid of him and the experiment had to be abandoned.

Create a Neural Network to Plan Your Perfect Date

A neural network has been developed to carefully plan your ideal date. All you need to provide is your budget, location, and a brief description of the girl's preferences, and the service will provide you with a step-by-step preparation guide.

The Deathstalker Scorpion: The World's Most Expensive Liquid

The Deathstalker scorpion venom is recognized as the most expensive liquid in the world. Each individual produces no more than 2 mg of venom at a time, meaning that it would take over 2 million 'milking' sessions to fill a gallon. The value of this venom lies in a key component that is used in the treatment of brain tumors. The cost for one gallon (3.7 liters) amounts to 39 million dollars.

Busch Light introduces alcohol-free beer for dogs to help owners relax with their pets

Busch Light brand has introduced beer for dogs so that owners can unwind after a hard day with their beloved pets. Interestingly, the beverage itself does not contain any alcohol, but a blend of beneficial ingredients including pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and water will help relax the dog.