Accident in South Korea

A tragic accident occurred at a pepper sorting plant in South Korea, where a robot mistakenly identified a worker as a box and fatally crushed him. An error in the sensor system of the device was discovered, which prevented it from being put into operation. During the diagnostic process, the robotic arm grabbed an employee and pinned him against the conveyor belt, causing severe injuries to his face and chest. Despite being rushed to the hospital, the victim could not be saved.

Study reveals smartphone dependence by gender and age

Scientists have identified which individuals are most dependent on smartphones. They conducted the largest study involving over 50,000 people from all over the world. It turns out that women showed higher levels of dependence than men in all countries. There were no surprises when it came to age: young people are the most reliant on gadgets. However, in countries such as Brazil, Japan, the Philippines, and Russia, people over the age of 60 also experienced problems.

IKEA Launches Wasabi Ice Cream in Taiwan

IKEA has released wasabi-flavored ice cream in Taiwan, based on the votes of customers themselves. They were given two options - wasabi ice cream or soy sauce and green onion ice cream. It is reported that the spicy bitterness of the treat combines with a rich and creamy aroma. It gradually reveals its flavor and creates a sharp sensation in the mouth.

Artificial intelligence is susceptible to manipulation

Scientists have obtained more accurate and higher-quality responses from chatbots using psychological techniques. It turns out that praise and even blackmail affect artificial intelligence. Similar results have been observed in various chatbots, from ChatGPT to Llama. In all cases, they responded to emotional signals from humans.

New Island Emerges in Japan after Volcanic Eruption

A new island with a diameter of 100 meters has appeared in Japan after a volcanic eruption. Scientists believe that a so-called phreatomagmatic explosion occurred during the eruption. The molten magma came into contact with water, causing a powerful shockwave. During the eruption, plumes of smoke and ash rose more than 50 meters into the air every few minutes. Huge rocks were expelled from the ocean floor onto the surface of the ocean. The new island may increase in size and change its shape if the eruptions continue.

Japanese Roulette: Compact Titanium Ring Takes Over

The Japanese have reimagined roulette by proposing the use of a compact titanium ring instead. The ring features a dial on the side that rotates as it moves. Every 10 centimeters, a click can be heard: measure the desired length, hear two clicks, and a three appears on the dial - you have measured 23 centimeters.

Rent Hagrid's Hut in the UK

In the UK, you can rent the real Hagrid's Hut from the Harry Potter universe. It is located in North Yorkshire, and everything around is filled with references to the magical world. The hut itself has slightly more amenities than the bearded gamekeeper had. The house can accommodate a family of 6 people with all the conveniences. However, it will cost you £195 per day.

Swedish Guy Builds Life-size LEGO Volvo V70

A guy from Sweden has assembled a LEGO car. It's a white Volvo V70 in a 1:1 scale, made out of 370,000 LEGO pieces. The Swede admits that buying a regular car would have been cheaper.

Space Out Competition

Tokyo recently hosted a relaxation tournament called the Space Out Competition. Participants were tasked with achieving the utmost state of relaxation, and the winner was determined by the lowest and most stable pulse. Talking and laughing were strictly prohibited.

Chinese Develop Giant Home 3D Printer OrangeStorm Giga

Chinese inventors have created a gigantic home 3D printer called the OrangeStorm Giga, capable of printing almost anything. It can work on four structures simultaneously, printing at a speed of 300 mm per second. Surprisingly, the price of this device is only 1500 dollars.

Elon Musk Presents GROK, a New Neural Network Competing with OpenAI's ChatGPT

Elon Musk has introduced his neural network GROK, which is intended to become a competitor to OpenAI's ChatGPT. The billionaire explained that the main advantage of GROK over other chatbots is its real-time access to social network X. Additionally, the chatbot enjoys sarcasm and is designed to incorporate some humor in its responses.

Chinese XPeng AeroHT unveils a flying transformer car

The Chinese XPeng AeroHT has showcased a flying transformer car. The AeroHT has the ability to hide its propellers inside the body, making it more compact and safe for road travel. This feature also ensures better aerodynamics and reduces noise during flight.

BYD Co. closes in on Tesla as global leader in electric car sales

Falling sales for Tesla bring BYD Co. closer to becoming the world's largest seller of electric cars, as the Chinese automaker gains momentum in the global market. As of September 30th, BYD has sold 431,603 fully electric vehicles, which is a 23% increase from the previous quarter. Meanwhile, Tesla delivered 435,059 electric cars in the same quarter, resulting in a gap of 3,456 vehicles between the companies.

Colombia prepares to fight against Pablo Escobar's hippopotamuses

Colombia is preparing to combat the hippopotamuses of Pablo Escobar. They escaped from the drug lord's private zoo in 1993 and have since reproduced in ideal conditions. The authorities have long tried to control their population, but without success. Last year, hippos were recognized as an invasive species that harms the ecology. Now they will be actively sterilized and sold to foreign zoos.

MrBeast Provides Clean Water to Half a Million People in Africa

MrBeast has built 100 wells in Africa, providing access to clean water for over half a million people. The project took 9 months to complete, and in each village that Jimmy visited with his team, they were greeted with festive welcomes and thanked for their help.

Smart Mirror: A Game Changer for Fitness Centers, Hair Salons, and Clothing Stores

They've invented a smart mirror that shows your back view. It changes its perspective upon your command, allowing you to see yourself from all angles. A true find for fitness centers, hair salons, and clothing store fitting rooms.

Astrophysicists Find Fragments of Another Planet Inside the Earth

Astrophysicists have discovered fragments of another planet called Teia inside the Earth. According to their theory, the collision between Earth and Teia 4.5 billion years ago resulted in the formation of the Moon. The scientists extensively studied two peculiar formations within the Earth's crust, which significantly differed in density from everything else. Using computer modeling, they determined their source: Teia itself. Some of its fragments remained inside the Earth, while others were ejected into space and eventually formed the Moon.

Australian Teen Solves Rubik's Cube in Free Fall

A 17-year-old teenager from Australia has solved a Rubik's Cube while skydiving, setting a new world record of 28.25 seconds. It took him 5 attempts to successfully complete the puzzle as the wind kept snatching the toy away from his hands.

New York Metro's Rat Detector App

The rat detector has appeared in the Transit app of the New York Metro. Users themselves report the number of rodents. When planning a route, they are asked if there are rats at the station, and they can answer: a lot, a couple of them, or none at all. The authors of Transit also conducted a study to identify the most rat-infested station, with 191st Street between Broadway and Seventh Avenue winning the title.

Bitcoin mining from landfill methane begins in the USA

Bitcoin mining from landfill methane has started in the USA. The energy-producing installation is located in the state of Utah. It generates electric power with a capacity of 280 kilowatts from landfill gas. The work will continue if the project proves to be successful.