The Brain Can Use Fat as an Energy Source

Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine have concluded that the brain can use fat as an energy source. It was previously thought that the brain exclusively relied on glucose. However, new data shows that during the active work of neurons in synapses (the connections between nerve cells), fat droplets are broken down, releasing fatty acids, which are then used by mitochondria for energy production. This discovery could be significant for understanding the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease.

Men with bellies are more attractive than muscular athletes

Men with bellies are more attractive to women than muscular athletes, Chinese scientists have found. 283 female participants from different countries were shown 15 black-and-white photos of men with various body types and asked to rank them by attractiveness. The conclusion: the most attractive body type for women had a body mass index from 23 to 37. Women associate body fat with high testosterone levels, which symbolizes masculinity.

Norwegian Restaurant ‘at the Edge of the World’

The Norwegian restaurant 'at the edge of the world', where seal can be served for dinner. Huset is located in Longyearbyen, the northernmost town in the world, on the Arctic island of Svalbard, and is said to be one of the best Norwegian restaurants overall. They have one of the largest wine collections in Scandinavia (around 20,000 bottles), and they mainly cook with what local hunters and fishermen catch.

Astronomers capture a dead star exploding twice for the first time

Astronomers have captured a dead star exploding twice for the first time. The supernova is located approximately 60,000 light-years from us: the primary detonation only destroyed the helium shell, after which the shock wave triggered the core explosion and completely annihilated it. The image was taken with a telescope in Chile.

Believe in yourself and love

Please believe in yourself, love, fear nothing, be free, take risks. You see, life is such a thing that you seem to be young, young, young, and then suddenly it's over. You look back and think about how many things you didn't do because you were afraid, shy, or cowardly. Don’t be afraid of anything. Take risks. Even if you make a mistake. This is life. And most importantly, of course, love one another. Always, every minute.

Useful Meditation

In our culture, a negative attitude towards oneself is too widespread. This meditation will help you counteract any negativity, including such manifestations as shame and low self-esteem. Throughout the day, track all your internal monologues and note how often you speak negatively about yourself. It might look something like this: "I’m an idiot, I forgot my notebook" or "I hate my body, I am too fat." Sound familiar?

Beneficial Meditation

Sit on a cushion or chair in a calm place. Envision the image of the higher power in which you believe. This could be Jesus Christ, Buddha, Shakti, Mohammed, or your own inner wisdom. Imagine this image looks at you with love and compassion, accepting you as you are. Understand that the higher being does not require you to constantly 'develop' something in yourself to deserve its love. Know that God wants you to accept yourself as you are and to treat yourself with the same love and respect with which He treats you.

Helpful Meditation

Thank the higher power for reminding you to be kind to yourself. Tell it that with its help and support, you will stop hating yourself and begin to accept yourself as you are. Promise that from now on, you will live fully accepting and loving yourself.

Limited Perspectives

You cannot speak about the ocean with a frog that lives in a well, as its understanding is limited by the space it inhabits. You cannot speak about ice with a summer insect, as its understanding is limited by the season in which it lives. You cannot speak about the Way with a scholar who has dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge, as his understanding is limited by knowledge. When you leave your well and see the great ocean, you will understand how narrow your perspective was. Zhuangzi.

Jaguar Ruins its Own Reputation

Jaguar ruined its own reputation - the brand's sales in Europe plummeted by almost 98%: from about 2000 cars per month a year ago to just 49 now. This downfall happened following the rebranding in November 2024, when the brand abandoned the iconic predator in the logo and replaced it with simple letters in a circle. The online audience reacted very negatively to the new style – and sales plummeted subsequently. A good example of why a strong identity should not be changed without a compelling reason – otherwise, you might end up with empty showrooms.

True Peace through Movement

True peace is not found in idleness; it is achieved in movement when the mind finds harmony amidst the bustle. Happiness found only in joy is not genuine. Only when you learn to find joy in difficulties do you comprehend the essence of the human heart.

Horoscope for July 3

♈️ Aries: The day is full of inner revelations. Listen to your feelings, this will help clarify current goals. It's worth slowing down a bit and allowing yourself a break from the struggle for control. Harmony begins with acceptance. ♉️ Taurus: Emotional state directly affects the physical. It's better to avoid overloads and pay attention to what brings peace. Interaction with nature or a pleasant routine will be especially beneficial. ♊️ Gemini: A period of intellectual rise and vibrant communication begins. A good time for negotiations, public speaking, and seeking inspiration. However, one should be more cautious in matters related to documents.

Horoscope for July 3rd

♋️ Cancer: Increased sensitivity allows you to notice important details and hidden nuances in relationships. This can lead to positive turns if you express your emotions calmly and honestly rather than suppressing them. ♌️ Leo: The inner drive for leadership is strong, but you should avoid putting pressure on others. It's better to channel energy into collective tasks and initiatives. The support of others will enhance your personal significance. ♍️ Virgo: There is a desire to organize everything around you. It's a great moment to put order in financial matters or personal plans. However, excessive control may lead to fatigue, so it is important not to forget about flexibility.

Horoscope for July 3rd

♎️ Libra: The drive for balance comes to the forefront. Minor disagreements with loved ones are possible, but with a diplomatic approach, they will strengthen relationships. Aesthetic and emotional harmony is particularly important. ♏️ Scorpio: A time conducive to internal transformations. Ideas related to personal growth or career may emerge. The desire to detach from old attachments arises - and it is the right step. ♐️ Sagittarius: The desire for freedom and change becomes more noticeable. A suitable day for planning trips, new projects, or intellectual adventures. The main thing is not to spread yourself too thin, but to choose a direction with long-term potential.

Horoscope for July 3

♑️ Capricorn: There is an opportunity to clarify professional goals. Focusing on specific tasks will help you stand out and gain support. It's important to avoid overload and pay attention to personal needs. ♒️ Aquarius: Unconventional ideas and unexpected opportunities will be particularly prominent. Do not ignore spontaneous offers - some of them may bring valuable experiences. Openness to new things will be key. ♓️ Pisces: Deep emotional perception of the world can inspire creativity or spiritual practice. Contact with loved ones, music, and water - all this will help restore the inner resource and see important signs of fate.

Horoscope for July 2

♈️ Aries: You can dedicate the day to tasks that you usually don't have time for. Organize your documents, both physical and electronic. Sort through items in your closets and donate everything you haven't used in a long time to those in need. ♉️ Taurus: It's not worth engaging in disputes with colleagues and bosses. In the first case, you might turn the team against you, creating uncomfortable working conditions; in the second case, the management, and it's unclear which is worse. ♊️ Gemini: The day promises to be very productive, but only if you focus on the tasks at hand and don't get distracted by trivial matters that, despite their insignificance, can throw you off track.

Horoscope for July 2

♋️ Cancer: A good day to restore lost connections with once-close, and possibly even loved, people. If you feel like you're missing someone, don't dwell on memories, but call them instead. ♌️ Leo: It's not advisable to demonstrate your independence to a close person. Perhaps they dream of you showing your weakness and vulnerability, at least temporarily, so they can protect and care for you. ♍️ Virgo: A day when moral fatigue may set in. You shouldn't pretend to be a stalwart tin soldier. It's wise to relax and take a break – for example, by going out into nature and spending time with close friends.

Horoscope for July 2

♎️ Libra: Stability is, of course, a good thing, but if you haven't felt joy in your job for a long time, it might be worth starting to look for another. Perhaps it's time to read adverts, upload your resume, and go to interviews. ♏️ Scorpio: Financial offers that you might receive on this day should not be dismissed outright. However, it is also undesirable to agree immediately without thinking—first, you need to thoroughly analyze everything. ♐️ Sagittarius: The best remedy for a bad mood that might engulf you in the morning is communication with friends. Through a conversation on topics interesting to all sides, you can forget about everything else.

Horoscope for July 2

♑️ Capricorn: It's not worth making grand professional plans for today – you won’t be able to accomplish even half of them. It's better to take some time for yourself – in the way you understand it. ♒️ Aquarius: No matter how hurt you are by a close person, don’t push them away if they want to apologize – it seems they have truly repented and learned important lessons from what happened. ♓️ Pisces: As soon as you feel the urge to judge others, remember that you, as they say in such cases, are not without sin. Therefore, you should at least be tolerant of the shortcomings of those around you.

One of the scariest roller coasters opens in Ohio

In Ohio, one of the scariest American roller coasters has opened, shocking even seasoned thrill-seekers. The main feature is that the tracks at the top suddenly end, after which the rails with the cars tilt 90 degrees to connect with others, and the train plunges vertically downward, accelerating to nearly 100 km/h.