Lady Gaga Performs Free Concert in Rio de Janeiro

Lady Gaga performed for free on the beach in Rio de Janeiro, gathering one of the largest concerts in history - for 2 million people. The show was part of the annual Todo Mundo no Rio (“The Whole World in Rio”) festival, organized by the authorities to attract tourists. Last year, Madonna performed here, attracting 1.6 million listeners, and they plan to invite different world stars for at least the next three years.

Warren Buffett Announces Resignation as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway

Warren Buffett has announced his resignation as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. The 94-year-old Buffett held this position for 60 years, during which time the value of Berkshire Hathaway's shares skyrocketed hundreds of times over, vastly surpassing the returns of major stock indices such as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones. His current net worth is estimated at around 165 billion dollars.

Solar Tram Power Station Launched

A solar railway power station has been launched in Switzerland, with panels laid directly between the tracks. The main idea is to make good use of already occupied space, and the panels will be kept clean by brushes at the end of the trains. Tests on a 100-meter section will last three years, after which the condition will be assessed and a decision on expansion to all tracks will be made.

Zuckerberg Aims to End Ad Business with AI

Zuckerberg has decided to kill the advertising business with the help of AI. In an interview, he stated that SMM agencies in his social networks will soon become extinct, as neural networks will be able to create product photos/videos, write selling texts, target audiences, and analyze results on their own.

Robot Goes Out of Control and Attacks Engineers

A robot went out of control and attacked engineers. During a test at a Chinese factory, the industrial robot being tested suddenly began to act off-script and injured two engineers. One of the injured is in critical condition. An investigation is currently underway: programming errors, a failure of the object recognition system, or malicious interference are being considered. This is not the first AI incident in China, and it heightens concern about the safety of autonomous systems in manufacturing.

Cost of an iPhone Fully Made in the USA

The media calculated how much an iPhone fully manufactured in the USA would cost. Almost 100% of the production is localized in China, Japan, and South Korea: Face ID modules, 5G modems, glass panels, chips, lasers, etc. Moving the factories to the USA would lead to an explosive increase in prices up to $3.5 thousand.

China shifts Earth's axis and slows its rotation - confirmed by NASA

China's gigantic Three Gorges Dam holds so much water that it has altered the mass balance of the planet. As a result, the axis shifted by 2.5 cm and the days became 0.06 microseconds longer.

Over 20,000 People Accidentally High in Turkey

More than 20,000 people accidentally got high in Turkey. Law enforcement arrested the largest drug dealer and were burning 20 tons of 'harvest,' but then the wind intervened. It carried the smoke towards the city of Lice, whose 25,000 residents walked around happily for another five days.

White Wine and Champagne Beneficial for the Heart

White wine and champagne are beneficial for the heart, according to scientists from Shanghai. Moderate consumption of such alcohol can reduce the risk of heart failure by 30%. This is due to the antioxidant resveratrol found in red grapes. It has a positive effect on the brain and heart.

Growing Demand for Doomsday Hard Drives in the USA

In the USA, there is a growing demand for doomsday hard drives. PrepperDisk is a mini-internet for autonomous survival: 90,000 guides from WikiHow, the entire Wikipedia, maps, repair instructions, survival TED Talks, and archives of government resources. The demand for the device initially increased after Trump's election, when data began disappearing from government portals. Today, it is purchased not only by the worried but also by those who want to preserve access to knowledge regardless of politics, censorship, or cloud storage stability.

Apple banned from charging commission on iOS purchases outside the App Store

A U.S. court has ruled that Apple is prohibited from charging commissions on iOS purchases outside the App Store. The decision was made in the context of disputes with Epic Games: now developers can easily redirect users from apps to their websites to make payments there, and keep all the profits for themselves.

Horoscope for May 5

Aries: Charity is a good deed, but only if you're helping truly needy people. Be cautious, as there's a high risk of encountering fraudsters and swindlers. Taurus: The assistance you provide to your colleagues will be appreciated by them and your superiors. The main thing is not to look down on them, as you were once inexperienced too. Gemini: The more energy you spend, the faster it will return to you, and in even greater amounts. So feel free to tackle the most complex and labor-intensive issues.

Horoscope for May 5th

Cancer: On this day, hidden things are very likely to become apparent. For example, it may unexpectedly turn out that behind the recent troubles, albeit unintentionally, was a person close to you. Leo: Today, despite being a weekday, it is advisable to dedicate it to your family. It's important to remember that there can never be too much love and warmth. Spend a little more time than usual on your family and loved ones. Virgo: Worrying about a quarrel with a loved one will not help to mend the relationship, on the contrary, it will only widen the rift. Let go of the situation — and everything will sort itself out.

Horoscope for May 5

Libra: If you have long planned to buy or sell an apartment, you will not find a better time to start the process. At least take the first step in this direction and the result will not keep you waiting for long. Scorpio: Strengthening relationships with children can be helped by joint activities. For example, doing household chores, working on homework, or playing games. In general, the more time you spend together, the better. Sagittarius: Do not let intrusive people take advantage of your obliging nature and, as a result, walk all over you. Firmly and decisively, yet politely, nip any attempts to use you for selfish purposes in the bud.

Horoscope for May 5

Capricorn: At work, you need to give your maximum. Then, you can spend your free time with a clear conscience on yourself, indulging in activities that you love. For example, reading or watching series. Aquarius: Today is a professional start for you. You can start implementing any, even the most complex, project today. It will be almost destined to succeed. Pisces: A surprise you have prepared can help improve the relationship with your loved one, which has been problematic lately. For instance, a romantic dinner or an evening stroll through the city.

Smart Rings against Cheating

The startup RAW is planning to release smart rings against cheating. The device monitors pulse, temperature, voice tone, and movements. If someone is cheating, the partner's ring will signal it. A special app allows users to view the data. Currently, this is only a concept, and it's unclear if the product will hit the market.

Nepal to Ban Inexperienced Athletes from Climbing Everest

In Nepal, inexperienced athletes will be banned from participating in Everest climbs. According to a draft of the new law, Nepal will start issuing permits to conquer the Earth's highest peak only to seasoned mountaineers. It is possible that only athletes with experience climbing at least one Himalayan 'seven-thousander' will be allowed to climb Everest.

Japanese Scientists Develop AI Model for Perfume Creation

Japanese scientists have developed an AI model for creating a new perfume. The system works as follows: The AI analyzes the chemical profiles of 166 essential oils with nine scent characteristics. The user can specify additional notes. In response, the model generates a new profile based on the person's request. The balance of essential oils is calculated by the Odor Generative Diffusion using mathematical calculations. According to the scientists, the innovative technology has the potential to significantly impact the future of the perfume market.

Cypriot Danced with 468 Wine Glasses on His Head

A Cypriot danced with 468 wine glasses on his head. Kkantis managed to dance with 468 glasses on his head - a performance worthy of the Guinness Book of Records. The current record of 319 glasses was set by Cypriot Aristotelis Valioritis in May 2023. Video and other evidence of Kkantis's performance must now be reviewed by the Guinness Record committee before becoming official.

Scientists Invent Implantable Male Contraceptive

Scientists have invented an implantable male contraceptive with a two-year shelf life. Specialists from an American company specializing in the creation of contraceptives have developed a new product - a non-hormonal contraceptive implant with an effective duration of at least two years. It could be a good alternative to vasectomy and condoms. Technically, the development «Adam» is a hydrogel that gradually decomposes in the body. According to the scientists, the gel is implanted into the vas deferens, preventing the mixing of semen and sperm.