Horoscope for July 12

♑️ Capricorn: You should spend the day today in 'slow and steady wins the race' mode. This is a day for internal tuning, solitude, and observations. Listen to your intuition; it will guide you to the right people and decisions. ♒️ Aquarius: Pleasant moments are expected among like-minded people. Interaction with friends or colleagues will energize you and may lead to new ideas. You might receive unexpected advice that clarifies much and helps you see many things from a different perspective. ♓️ Pisces: Events may push you towards career or creative growth. The main thing is to not doubt yourself. Support from someone experienced or authoritative will help you at an important stage in life.

Akon City Project in Senegal Scrapped

In Senegal, the $6 billion future city project that rapper Akon promised to build has been scrapped. Akon City was announced back in 2018 and was supposed to be like Wakanda, but after seven years not even a single building has been completed. The failure is blamed on the cryptocurrency Akoin, which was supposed to fund the entire venture, but nonetheless, local authorities do not reject cooperation with the rapper. They say they will discuss building something 'more realistic' at the same site.

Grandma for Rent in Japan

In Japan, you can now rent a grandmother – the OK Obaachan service has been launched. For 3000 yen (~1600 rubles) per hour, a nice old lady will teach you how to cook, watch your children, clean your home, and even offer wise advice. In particularly complicated cases, grandma will help you break up with a toxic partner.

Kai Cenat on the Cover of TIME Magazine

Kai Cenat has made it to the cover of TIME magazine because he has been included in the list of the '100 most influential content creators of 2025.' According to the editorial, the streamer has turned ordinary Twitch streams into a mix of talk show, reality, and interactive game. He already has around 18 million followers, and the number of paid subscriptions at its peak surpassed a record 727 thousand.

Scientists Discover Monkeys Are Also Drawn to Short, Fast-Paced Videos

Scientists have discovered that monkeys are also drawn to short videos with fast-paced editing. Scientists from Utrecht University showed 28 macaques two-minute videos featuring other monkeys. They were most interested in videos with fights and running around. The authors believe that this tendency to observe aggression is evolutionarily explainable and helps in better understanding one's environment and surviving.

Traditional Car Drop Festival in Alaska

In Alaska, a traditional festival of throwing cars off a cliff took place. The amusement originated in the 2000s when a local decided to dispose of his "wrecked" Volvo by turning it into a show, and now thousands of spectators gather to watch epic car flights from a 90-meter cliff. This year, a record-breaking 36 cars were smashed, including a couple of limousines.

China Unveils New Maglev Train Prototype

China has unveiled a prototype of a new maglev train capable of reaching speeds of up to 600 km/h. The development was showcased by the company CRRC Changchun and could become the fastest magnetic levitation train in the world. Maglevs have been operating in China since 2004, but their maximum speed currently is 430 km/h. The new train is planned to be used on routes between metropolises, with large-scale line construction possibly starting in just 5 years.

Abandoned Hotel for Sale in the UK

An abandoned hotel is for sale in the UK, located 2.2 km off the coast of Portsmouth - right in the middle of the sea. The fortress was built in the 19th century to repel possible attacks from France and was owned by the navy until the 1980s. It was then resold several times to private individuals and eventually turned into a luxury hotel with 23 rooms, which closed in the 2020s due to COVID and financial problems. You can become the new owner for £1.5 million.

NVIDIA becomes first company with $4 trillion valuation

NVIDIA has become the first company in history to reach a valuation of $4 trillion. The stock price of the IT corporation has been rapidly increasing over the past few years amid the AI boom: In 2023, its market value reached $1 trillion for the first time, and in 2024 it tripled. It now confidently surpasses Microsoft and Apple, which rank second and third with valuations of $3.75 trillion and $3.1 trillion respectively.

Skipping Breakfast Leads to Depression

Skipping breakfast leads to depression, irritability, and anxiety. Scientists analyzed the habits of over 80,000 people and found that those who regularly eat in the morning feel better psycho-emotionally. However, people who constantly skip breakfast feel sadder, more anxious, and generally unstable. Simply eating in the morning reduces the stress hormone cortisol and regulates circadian rhythms - these influence mood and life satisfaction.

Attractive Women in the Gym Boost Men's Success

Researchers claim that if a beautiful woman is nearby, men turn into a testosterone-producing factory. This hormone promotes muscle growth and increases endurance. Furthermore, men independently increase their effort to impress the woman.

Week Without Masturbation Leads to Depression and Stress

Scientists have proven that abstinence is harmful to mental health. Participants in the study were given personal vibrators and asked to monitor their quality of life over 3 weeks. They had to alternate a week of abstinence with a week of daily use of sex toys. Result: A week without pleasure caused deterioration in all life indicators - happiness, body perception, self-confidence, and socialization. Conversely, daily use helped to cope with stress, improve relationships with partners, and regain interest in everyday activities.

Peter Jackson Plans to Revive the Southern Moa

Peter Jackson has conceived a plan to revive the southern moa - a giant bird that inhabited New Zealand and went extinct 600 years ago. The director is working on the project with the American biotech startup Colossal. Its specialists have already begun decoding DNA, using, among other things, a collection of 400 moa bones that Jackson himself collected together with his wife. There are no deadlines yet, but the team is serious: they have previously recreated dire wolves and bred furry 'mammoth mice'.

The Dangers of Sausages and Sodas

Sausages and sodas can lead to diabetes, colorectal cancer, and coronary heart disease. Scientists analyzed more than 60 studies and found a link: consuming just one sausage a day increases the risk of type 2 diabetes by 11% and the risk of colorectal cancer by 7%. With soda, it's almost the same: just 350 ml of soda a day increases the risks of these diseases.

AI has created a cancer drug

Google startup Isomorphinc Labs has developed a drug using the neural network AlphaFold, which predicted the structure of a protein. Google believes that AI can cure any disease. The company has announced the preparation of the world's first clinical trials on humans for a cancer drug. Over time, this development promises to transform into a universal means for discovering drugs for all diseases 'with the push of a button'.

Horoscope for July 11

♈️ Aries: It's better to postpone business negotiations to another day. If this isn't possible, they should be conducted in an informal setting to facilitate finding common ground with partners. ♉️ Taurus: It is advisable to avoid any physical activity. From sports to carrying heavy, overstuffed shopping bags, there is a high risk of strains and injuries. ♊️ Gemini: Your naturally changeable mood reaches its peak today. To avoid conflicts with those around you, limit your interactions with them.

Horoscope for July 11

♋️ Cancer: The bad mood that may overcome you on this day can be wonderfully 'treated' by activities that are guaranteed to bring pleasure—relaxation, self-care, hobbies, and reading favorite books. ♌️ Leo: At work, you won't be productive today anyway. Therefore, as soon as possible, take a day off and dedicate time to yourself or your home—it also needs care and attention. ♍️ Virgo: A day when a large number of professional ideas will come to your mind, which can rightly be called brilliant. The main thing is to manage to note them down so you don't forget.

Horoscope for July 11

♎️ Libra: Not the most auspicious day for launching new projects. Everything will go awry, and you'll have to abandon the original plan. It's better to finish what's already been started but not completed. ♏️ Scorpio: Today, no one but you will do what you want or need. This is a time when one must become their own magician. Dreaming of a celebration? Organize it yourself. ♐️ Sagittarius: Working on a new project that you've long dreamed about, but didn't know how to approach, won't pose much difficulty today. The most important thing is to start acting.

Horoscope for July 11

♑️ Capricorn: A day when it is extremely important to carefully control your emotions. For someone as reserved and restrained as you, they could play a cruel joke on you if let out. ♒️ Aquarius: Those who have long intended to formalize their relationship with a close person are advised to do so today. Family life will be long and happy, so don't hesitate. ♓️ Pisces: Even if urgent matters require your attention, find a way to postpone them to another time and take a break, as your physical and moral strengths are at their limit.

Horoscope for July 10

♈️ Aries: Aries will feel a strong desire to act quickly, but haste can lead to mistakes. Do not rush into important decisions; give yourself time to think them through. Later, you will realize you made the right choice. ♉️ Taurus: In relationships with your loved one, it is important to be honest, especially with yourself. If something bothers you, speak about it immediately. Candid conversations can improve your shared future. ♊️ Gemini: On this day, you should filter information. Remember, not everything you hear is true. Verify sources and do not fall for deception from strangers.