Meetings Lead to Hangover Syndrome

Calls and meetings lead to hangover syndrome – endless meetings and discussions literally exhaust the brain. Scientists have called this 'meeting hangover,' a syndrome in which, after meetings, a person loses concentration, thinks worse, and cannot work normally. The problem affects 90% of office employees, and 28% experience such severe stress that they are ready to resign. The main reason is meaningless conversations and empty discussions.

SpaceX conducts new Starship test flight

SpaceX conducted a new test flight of the Starship - the rocket had to be blown up again. As planned, the Super Heavy booster returned to the launch pad, where it was caught by 'claws', but the connection with the ship was lost shortly after launch. There will be several more launches this year, and by 2026, an unmanned Starship prototype is planned to be sent to Mars.

The Thai Polar Light

Off the coast of Thailand, a special 'Thai polar light' can be observed - it comes from fishing boats, whose lights are visible even from orbit. At night, numerous boats turn on powerful green lamps, attracting plankton, followed by fish and squid. Sometimes there are so many that almost the entire sky over the water is flooded with green.

Meta's Mind-Reading Neural Network

Meta has developed a neural technology that reads thoughts with 80% accuracy. The model reconstructs sentences from brain activity by reading EEG and MEG data, converting them into text. Brain2Qwerty can say what a person is thinking with 80% accuracy. Potentially, this is a very dangerous technology that could jeopardize the privacy of people's thoughts.

Teleperformance neutralizes Indian accent

The world's largest call center network, Teleperformance, which is used by Apple, Samsung, and others, has implemented technology to 'neutralize' the Indian accent among its employees. A specially trained neural network transforms speech in real-time for the interlocutor so that it sounds 'clearer and more understandable', as if speaking with a native speaker. The development cost $13 million.

Three-Day Smartphone Abstention Enhances Brain Function

Abstaining from smartphones for just three days improves brain function. The study involved 25 young people aged 18-30 who voluntarily gave up their smartphones for 72 hours. Before and after the smartphone "diet," participants underwent MRI scans and psychological tests. As a result, scientists noticed changes in brain activity responsible for addictions, including those related to alcohol and drugs.

Quantum Chip Developed in China

In China, a quantum chip has been developed that is one quadrillion times faster than the world's best supercomputer. Zuchongzhi-3 by USTC scientists operates on 105 qubits and performs the most complex tasks in the blink of an eye. The previous record holder, Google Sycamore, had only 67 qubits.

Horoscope for March 8

Capricorn: The day is great for resolving important issues. Luck will accompany you in all your endeavors. You will see the results of your efforts almost immediately. Aquarius: You should not tackle the financial side of issues. Today, you may be quite frivolous and make unwise spending. The second half of the day will be full of surprises. Pisces: It will be quite an interesting day, although it will most likely not go as you planned. But overall, you will be pleased with all the events happening.

Horoscope for March 8

Libra: Boldly take on new tasks and projects. You will excel at everything you have planned. If possible, change your surroundings. Remember that the most important thing is a positive attitude. Scorpio: A fairly calm day. However, unexpected events can change your plans. Don't be upset; just prioritize correctly. On this day, you'll have a lot to do and may feel tired by evening. Sagittarius: Leave this day for pleasant meetings with friends or romantic dates. The stars favor you, so you won't have to struggle hard to achieve success.

Horoscope for March 8th

Cancer: On this day, difficulties may arise, but positive events will nonetheless prevail. You should take initiative in your personal life and bring a little romance. Leo: Don't get upset over minor misunderstandings that slightly change your plans. You will manage to overcome all difficulties and emerge a true winner. Virgo: You will easily find common ground with everyone dear to you. Feel free to initiate conversations about the most important problems and issues that have been concerning you for a long time. The dialogue will be successful.

Horoscope for March 8

Aries: A favorable day. Fate has prepared many surprises and lucky coincidences for you. Pleasant meetings and acquaintances are likely. Unplanned trips will bring you much joy and happiness. Taurus: A favorable day for communication and building connections. The stars advise being more cautious with your budget. Carefully plan your income and expenses. Gemini: Avoid haste on this day. It will lead to nothing good. Make only considered and balanced decisions. Your future well-being depends on the correctness of these decisions.

China's Mixue surpasses McDonald's

The Chinese network Mixue has surpassed McDonald's in the number of locations and has become the most extensive globally. The Chinese catering network specializes in selling ice cream and tea beverages (including cold tea, bubble tea, and fruit tea) under the Mixue Ice Cream & Tea brand. The company has already opened 45,000 of its establishments compared to 43,000 at McDonald's (which is 2.5 times older) or 41,000 at Starbucks. 99% of all Mixue outlets are in China and other Asian countries.

Animal Phone Unveiled at MWC 2025

With PetPhone, your pet is always 'in touch'. The gadget can recognize the 'language' of animals and call the owner if needed. For example, to calm your dog when it is anxious. In addition, the 'phone' monitors the pet's health and relays its location.

By 2050, more than half of the world's population will suffer from obesity

By 2050, more than half of the adult world population will suffer from obesity. Scientists from the GBD collaboration - Global Burden of Disease - analyzed how obesity and overweight rates changed from 1990 to 2021. It turned out that during this period, the share of people with obesity and overweight increased by 155.1% among men (1 billion people) and by 104.9% among women (1.1 billion). Among the leaders in the rise of these rates is China, with problems identified in about 402 million people. India is in second place (108 million), followed by the USA (172 million). Based on this data, the researchers made a grim forecast. They suggested that in 25 years, more than half of the planet's population - 3.8 billion people - will suffer from the specified problems.

The most powerful Harley-Davidson in history announced

The most powerful Harley-Davidson in history has been announced - the motorcycle features a 2147 cc engine producing 153 hp. The CVO Road Glide RR 2025 can lean up to 36 degrees to the right and 35 to the left. Equipment includes a titanium Akrapovic exhaust system, Brembo brakes, and fully adjustable Öhlins suspension used in superbikes. Harley-Davidson will release only 131 units priced from $110,000.

Isaac Newton's Beer Mug

For the first time in 160 years, residents and visitors of London will be able to see an iconic artifact - the wooden beer mug of the famous scientist Isaac Newton. Scientists Carmichael Wallace and Stephen Snobelen have been reconstructing the true history of the item for 20 years through genealogical records, journals, newspapers, and family legacies of the legendary English physicist and mathematician.

AI can detect signs of depression in driving style

An international group of scientists studied the relationship between driving behavior and the presence of depression in people over the age of 65. It seems that artificial intelligence can detect indirect signs of the disorder by analyzing whether a person's behavior behind the wheel has changed.

Horoscope for March 7

Capricorn: Feeling that work is not yielding the results you expect, try changing your field of activity. There is no point in stubbornly banging your head against an imaginary wall when new "doors" are open nearby. Aquarius: Any changes today will only benefit the representatives of your sign. So if there are no professional achievements on your agenda, at least rearrange the furniture in your apartment. Pisces: Pleasant events in your personal life that may occur today will be so grand that they will surpass even the boldest imagination. Just yesterday, you couldn't even dream of this.

Horoscope for March 7

Libra: It seems your professional growth has slowed down because you are afraid to take risks. Of course, you shouldn't make desperate moves, but neither should you miss fortunate opportunities – you might regret it later. Scorpio: If you find yourself in an awkward situation, don't be quick to blame anyone around you, especially your close ones. Admit that you made a mistake yourself – that way, you can easily and quickly fix everything. Sagittarius: Don't try to achieve everything at once. Set one important professional goal and advance towards it gradually, without rushing, as this is the secret to your success today.

Horoscope for March 7

Cancer: Don't hesitate to ask for help from someone who is capable of providing it, even if you don't know them very well. Despite this, they will gladly assist you if you let them. Leo: The day is favorable for socializing with friends, especially if you haven't seen them for a long time – the meeting will be not only pleasant but also beneficial. Both sides, you and them, have much to tell each other. Virgo: Don't get upset because your professional activity at this stage leaves much to be desired. To get out of the current situation, it is enough to analyze your mistakes – they are obvious.