New Internet Speed Record Set in Japan

In Japan, a new internet speed record was set by transmitting 1.02 petabits (127,500 GB) per second over a distance of 1808 km. The technology has been tested for several years, but similar speeds were previously only achieved over distances of up to 63 km. Standard-sized fiber optics are used, but with 19 channels inside instead of one as usual. However, all of this is still in laboratory conditions, and there is no word on when it will be available in real networks.

Glacier Destroys Swiss Village

In the Swiss Alps, a glacier has almost entirely destroyed the mountain village of Blatten: about 90% of the buildings are under a mixture of ice, mud, and stones. 300 residents, 190 sheep, 26 cows, and a couple dozen rabbits were evacuated in advance, but one person is reported missing. 'We lost our village, but we will rebuild it,' said Mayor Matthias Belwald.

Scientists Create Youth Cocktail Extending Life

Scientists have created a youth cocktail—extending life by 30%. In Germany, a cocktail was mixed from anti-aging drugs—rapamycin and trametinib—that are used for cancer treatment. With the help of the new drug, scientists managed to extend the lives of mice by approximately 26–35%. Moreover, the treatment delayed the development of age-related diseases. Elderly mice in therapy became more active than normal old mice. Scientists report that we cannot expect the drug to increase life expectancy to 130 years—it's specifically about improving quality of life in old age: increased energy and reduced chronic ailments. Human trials are set to begin soon.

Sydney Sweeney Releases Soap with Bathwater Drops

Sydney Sweeney has released soap containing drops of the water she bathed in. Last year, she starred in a Dr. Squatch commercial, soaking in the tub and calling viewers 'dirty boys.' Fans began to wonder what the brand did with the water from that bath. The result is 5000 bars of soap that actually include drops from Sydney's bathwater.

Cannabis Found in Haribo Gummies

Cannabis was found in Haribo gummies - the brand is already recalling packs of cola-shaped gummies. In the Netherlands, several people reported dizziness after consuming the gummies, and some individuals were even hospitalized due to drug intoxication. An investigation revealed traces of cannabis in the sweets. It is not yet clear whether these were real Haribo packets or counterfeits.

Labrador becomes 'Chief Happiness Officer' at Indian startup

The Labrador has become a 'Chief Happiness Officer' at an Indian startup. Little Branni has joined as a full member of the team with his own business card, email, and even a meeting schedule. The duties of the four-legged one are worthy of respect: welcoming colleagues in the morning, participating in breaks, creating a friendly vibe, and holding informal 'coffee sessions'.

China Tests Reusable Rocket for AliExpress Deliveries

In China, a reusable rocket is being tested for delivering parcels from AliExpress. The development is being handled by the local startup Space Epoch, which has already signed a contract with Alibaba. The idea is that the carrier will be able to take on board up to 10 tons and reach any point in the world in just an hour, where the goods will be unloaded and distributed to local warehouses. Additionally, it is planned to be used for launching satellites and other missions.

Elon Musk's Mars Flight Promises

Elon Musk has promised that flights to Mars will begin as early as next year. The first to be sent to the Red Planet will be the Optimus robots, which will test key colonization technologies and lay the groundwork, with human missions and base construction to start in 2027-2028. By 2030, it is planned to launch a hundred rockets annually and begin city construction, and by 2033, to increase the number of launches to 500 and start resource extraction.

Chinese Paraglider Miraculously Survives

A Chinese paraglider, Peng Yujiang, miraculously survived when the wind lifted him to 8,000 meters - almost to the height of Everest. A helmet camera recorded his equipment and himself slowly being covered with ice. For about an hour, he flew with low oxygen and at -35 degrees, trying not to lose consciousness and to communicate via radio. Since the flight was not coordinated with regulators, he was banned from paragliding for six months.

Light-Controlled Cyber-Cockroaches Developed by Japanese

Japanese researchers have developed 'cyber-cockroaches' controlled by light. The reason is that these bugs hate ultraviolet light: if you shine it into their left eye, they turn right, and vice versa. Utilizing this, scientists have created tiny backpacks with LEDs and can now direct them where needed. Unlike control via electric shocks, this method is less harmful to the insects and can be used for finding survivors under debris and more.

700 Indians Pretended to Be AI 'Natasha' for 8 Years

700 Indians pretended to be the neural network 'Natasha' for 8 years and earned half a billion dollars. The Indian startup BuilderAI offered clients the ability to build any application with a constructor, select a template, and specify the needed functions, after which Natasha would produce the ready product. In reality, the request came to an office where hundreds of Indians wrote the code manually. However, there were some AI functions indeed: the applications were buggy, the code was unreadable, and functions didn't work. Over 8 years of deception, they managed to attract $445 million in investments from major IT giants, including Microsoft. Now the startup has been declared bankrupt.

Highly contagious Covid strain spreading worldwide

The highly contagious COVID-19 strain NB.1.8.1 from China is rapidly spreading worldwide. The strain caused a sharp increase in hospitalizations in China in March and April and has now been detected in several US states and other countries. Experts warn that the virus spreads faster than other dominant strains. Like other forms of COVID-19, it also causes cough, sore throat, fever, and fatigue.

Horoscope for May 31

♈️ Aries: Try to change your attitude towards the people who irritate you. Avoid sharp and categorical reactions to their words and actions in favor of calm friendliness. You will be surprised at how quickly they improve. ♉️ Taurus: There is no point in lecturing the people around you, proving the correctness of your point of view on current events. You will not convince people of your correctness anyway, but you might well spoil your relationship with them. ♊️ Gemini: After dedicating the first half of the day to housework, remember in the afternoon that the holiday is meant for relaxation. It does not necessarily have to be passive; the main thing is to switch from one type of activity to another.

Horoscope for May 31

♋️ Cancer: Feeling dissatisfied with your relationship with a close person, try not to withdraw into yourself. Have an open conversation with them, figuring out the reasons for the tension that has arisen — this should help. ♌️ Leo: A day on which, strangely enough, it is not recommended to help anyone. This is precisely the case when good intentions will not lead to a good result but will instead pave the 'road to hell.' ♍️ Virgo: Since you will be able to concentrate on work today and fulfill or even exceed all your plans, the day can at least partially be devoted to work. After completing it, move on to equally important domestic tasks.

Horoscope for May 31

♎️ Libra: People around you will eagerly offer advice on every aspect of life. But no matter how sensible they may be, remember that the responsibility for the decision will still lie with you, so the final word is yours. ♏️ Scorpio: Don't hesitate to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. Remember, there can never be too much love, so don't be stingy with affection, tenderness, and attention. A day off is perfect for demonstrating these feelings. ♐️ Sagittarius: A useful piece of advice, which will help resolve a long-standing, complex situation, may come unexpectedly from a slightly known person on this day. The main thing is to listen carefully to their words.

Horoscope for May 31

♑️ Capricorn: If you decide to devote part of your day off to work, you might accomplish it excellently. At the beginning of next week, this will be duly appreciated by your immediate supervisor, acknowledging you both morally and materially. ♒️ Aquarius: Deciding to celebrate an important event for you by setting a table for friends and loved ones, proceed with great care and caution in choosing the products. The risk of buying something stale in haste is too high. ♓️ Pisces: Any acquaintance that may occur at this time will not be accidental. Most likely, fate has far-reaching and favorable plans for your relationship with this person.

Horoscope for May 30th

♈️ Aries: The main thing you need to do on this day, and Friday can assist you, is to communicate with friends and family whom you haven't given enough attention to for a while: you might still have time to prevent a brewing resentment. ♉️ Taurus: The more work tasks you complete, the quicker your boss will load you with overtime. So don't rush - work slowly, which, by the way, can help improve the quality of your work. ♊️ Gemini: Before making an important decision, consult with someone you trust – friends or a loved one. Most likely, their life experience and benevolent attitude will help you find the right course of action.

Horoscope for May 30

♋️ Cancer: Do not risk your money, even if you think the sum you might lose due to unwise actions is insignificant. It could trigger a whole chain of losses, so caution is paramount. ♌️ Leo: There is no point in showing your professional superiority to your colleagues, even if you have every right to do so. Those around you are unlikely to appreciate your achievements and are more likely to feel offended or angry. ♍️ Virgo: The day is favorable for restoring old connections that have been lost recently. These people may soon help you achieve success in solving an important professional issue.

Horoscope for May 30

♎️ Libra: When communicating with people today, as always, it is necessary to weigh every word. It's very easy to offend someone who might hold a grudge and later, at the most unexpected time, remind you of it. ♏️ Scorpio: Do not get into an argument with those who decide to criticize your actions or appearance. These people may just be waiting for you to lose your temper to feed off your energy. ♐️ Sagittarius: The information coming to you today should be taken into consideration, but nothing more. It is likely to be fake, so it's not worth viewing it as a direct guide to action.

Horoscope for May 30

♑️ Capricorn: It is undesirable to spend time and effort solving other people's problems. They are quite capable of handling them by themselves, but with their inherent practicality and calculation, they use others - in this case, you. ♒️ Aquarius: You need to abstract yourself from the aggression that surrounding people may trigger in you. It's hard to say if it will affect them, but it will come back to you as a serious, sometimes even destructive boomerang. ♓️ Pisces: Before you risk the relationship with a close person who you feel has wronged you in some way, think about whether you will regret the act later as an unwise deed.