Artificial Intelligence to Replace Voice Actors in the USA

The Screen Actors Guild in the USA has decided to try using AI for game voiceovers. Now, professional actors can create their own digital voice copies, and game studios will have to pay them for using them.

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January 20, 2024

Adidas and Hello Kitty present

Adidas and Hello Kitty have announced plush slippers to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Japanese cat. Currently, they are only available in Japan, but will be released in other countries in the coming weeks. The price will be around $50.

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January 20, 2024

Energy exchange and self-sabotage in relationships

Equivalent exchange of energy. A woman with negative energy attracts men with internal issues... Because the woman is not satisfied with herself... She is afraid of taking responsibility for her life and seeks a dominant man who can solve everything. And she becomes too dependent. She does not feel love for herself and her body and subconsciously seeks an attractive and self-absorbed man. She is obsessed with money. Always fixated on material values and faces material problems.

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January 20, 2024

Gratitude and the Art of Building Strong Relationships

Gratitude. It is always pleasant to feel one's importance and value to another person. Don't forget to thank your partner for everything they do for you: it is important for them to know that their efforts are not in vain. Remember that relationships are hard work, not a given. They require constant effort, learning to compromise, forgive, and yield.

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January 20, 2024

Horoscope for January 20

Capricorn: Don't resist the desire to do good deeds, even if someone close tries to convince you otherwise. Act according to your inner voice. Aquarius: There is a great chance of unexpected and very pleasant events in your personal life. There are many possible developments, it is impossible to prepare for all of them - all that remains is to wait. Pisces: Don't trust someone you meet for the first time, even if they seem trustworthy at first glance.

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January 20, 2024

Horoscope for January 20

Libra: It's a favorable time to have a serious conversation with a loved one. It's time to set aside resentment and discuss all the problems. Scorpio: You can plan any activities related to family and friends for this day: schedule meetings, arrange joint outings, go to the movies and theater, and simply have family gatherings. Sagittarius: There are no real reasons for a bad mood, so it's desirable to let go of all the negativity and focus on the positive, for example, by engaging in your hobby.

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January 20, 2024

Horoscope for January 20

Cancer: The day is favorable for household chores that you have postponed. It's time to either finish them or forget about them forever. Leo: The day will bring you a maximum amount of positive emotions, but with one condition. No matter what your mood is today, don't shut yourself off, try to communicate with people as much as possible. Virgo: It is not worth imposing your advice on those who do not ask for it. Let the person determine for themselves what they want to achieve as a result.

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January 20, 2024

Horoscope for January 20

Aries: It is advisable to dedicate the day to children so as not to find out later that they grew up without their parents' attention. And for those who don't have children, it is necessary to remember elderly relatives. Taurus: The most important thing is to believe in yourself: remember that you can handle any challenge. Gemini: The day should be devoted to solving work issues that you postponed from weekdays to weekends. If you don't do this, you will break the schedule for the next week and won't be able to do everything planned.

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January 20, 2024

Why do we choose those we cannot be with?

Sometimes we fall in love not with a person, but with their image. We project qualities onto our partner that they do not actually possess. Eventually, the image shatters and disappointment sets in. If you suffer from low self-esteem, the thought lingers in your mind – I am not worthy of a mature, tender, reliable partner by my side. As a result, we choose a partner who does not meet our expectations. Leaning towards unhealthy attachments. If you did not receive love in childhood, then in adulthood, you become attached to anyone who shows even a little bit of attention towards you. And of course, there is no guarantee that this person is good and reliable.

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January 20, 2024

The Power of the Impossible

Impossible - it's just a loud word behind which small people hide. It's easier for them to live in their familiar world than to find the strength within themselves to change something. Impossible is not a fact. It's just an opinion. Impossible is not a sentence. It's a challenge. Impossible is a chance to prove oneself. Impossible is not forever. The impossible is possible!

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January 20, 2024

Does Love Really Last Three Years?

Some studies suggest that the passionate phase of infatuation may decrease after approximately three years, which is related to the levels of chemicals in the brain. However, over time, the initial attraction can transform into a deeper and calmer feeling - mature love, full of respect and trust. Every couple is unique, and the 'expiration date' of love can vary greatly depending on individual characteristics, experience, and efforts from both partners. Therefore, it is important to know one thing - love lasts as long as it is nurtured by mutual respect, understanding, and care. Relationships require work, and if both partners invest in them, love can last a lifetime!

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January 20, 2024

The Power of Perseverance

Each failed attempt is another step forward. As long as you keep going, you are already a winner. It's okay to feel sad after making the wrong decision. Sometimes cutting off communication with certain people helps you find yourself. Never give up on your dream just because you lack time to pursue it. You don't have to follow the same path as others.

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January 20, 2024

Finding the Right Balance: Positive Thinking and Reality

Learning to maintain a positive balance Positive thinking is beneficial, but it is important to find balance and not ignore reality. Positive thinking can lead to disregarding actual problems, which can worsen the situation if no action is taken to address them. If a person cannot cope with negative thoughts and emotions, they may feel even worse when they try to forcefully embrace only positive thoughts. Positive thinking can lead to idealizing the world and denying its problems, consequently leading to incorrect conclusions and actions.

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January 20, 2024

Philips Creates Palm Vein Lock for Secure Access

Philips has developed a door lock that can be unlocked by scanning the veins in the palm of the hand. The technology works even with dirty hands and is more secure than Face ID, as it is nearly impossible to forge a vein pattern. Additionally, the lock features a built-in doorbell, PIN code unlock, and access through an application. The price of the lock is $360.

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January 19, 2024

Chinese authorities learn how to hack iPhones

Chinese researchers have managed to intercept data transmitted via AirDrop, thereby being able to obtain the sender's phone number and email address.

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January 19, 2024

Kia's Innovative Modular Truck with Interchangeable Bodies

Kia has created a modular truck with interchangeable bodies that can be attached with magnets and latches. While the front remains the same, the rear can be transformed into a van, pickup truck, minibus, motorhome, or business shuttle. This is currently a concept, but there are plans to introduce something similar into production by 2025.

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January 19, 2024

Energy drinks and longevity: the taurine connection

Energy drinks can slow down your aging - thanks to taurine. Taurine is one of the main components in these beverages. Monkeys and mice that consumed more taurine lived longer than others. Not only that, they also experienced healthier aging. The only thing left is to find a way to avoid the potential side effects of energy drinks and not die from them.

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January 19, 2024

Nanoplastic in bottled water

A liter of bottled water contains 240,000 plastic particles. Previous estimates for this indicator were approximately 100 times lower. Chemists have studied water from three brands and found plastic particle counts ranging from 110,000 to 370,000 in the samples. About 90% of them are nanoplastics, which are fragments smaller than one millionth of a meter. The study authors argue that nanoplastics may be more harmful to health than microplastics, as polymer nanoparticles can penetrate into cells, bloodstream, and affect internal organs.

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January 19, 2024

Oldest Traces of Photosynthesis Found in Ancient Organisms on Earth

Paleontologists have found the oldest traces of photosynthesis in organisms on Earth. They discovered deposits of ancient marine sedimentary rocks in Australia that contain traces of photosynthesis in the cells of cyanobacteria. They are about 1.8 billion years old. Further study of these findings will help refine how and when the first organisms capable of using solar energy to obtain nutrients appeared on our planet.

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January 19, 2024

Prohibition on phones at work does not increase productivity

Prohibition on phones at work does not increase productivity. Scientists conducted a long-term observation in the European branch of a global pharmaceutical company. At the beginning, employees were completely banned from using phones for personal purposes. The rule was introduced in the 1990s out of concerns that employees would be distracted while working with hazardous chemicals. However, over the years, they expressed their dissatisfaction with this policy. After allowing some employees to use phones, their work productivity did not decrease. At the same time, their stress decreased due to the opportunity to stay connected with their loved ones.

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January 19, 2024