Beliefs that hinder life

People are hindered in life by the belief that they have chosen such a bad life as a punishment, to suffer, and they do suffer. Or they choose lives of constantly overcoming barriers they create for themselves and also suffer, thinking that this makes them stronger. If this belief disappears, life will become easier, and they will stop suffering internally. Then, life on the outside will turn into something beautiful.

Blogger bends phone 180,000 times

A crazy tech blogger from Seoul held an 8-hour livestream where he bent a Galaxy Z Fold 7 – he wanted to find out if the gadget really withstands 200,000 bends. At 180,000 bends, the speaker broke.

Zuckerberg offered a billion dollars for an AI specialist

Zuckerberg offered a billion dollars for an AI specialist. He attempted to buy out the entire Thinking Machines Lab team - a startup founded by a former OpenAI director. However, none of the neural network experts agreed.

The smell of a woman's body

The scent of a woman's body during ovulation has a relaxing effect and improves the condition of men. Studies conducted by Japanese scientists identified three specific components of the scent, whose concentration significantly increases in the bodies of women during ovulation. When a man inhales these aromatic compounds, he perceives women as more attractive and feminine. This apparently contributes to the formation of more positive impressions and strengthens the emotional connection more strongly. In addition, scientists have found that these scents have a calming effect on men—their impact can be determined by the level of stress biomarkers in saliva, which decrease upon inhalation of such aromas.

Scientists Discover Deepest Ecosystem on Earth

Scientists descended to the bottom of the Kuril-Kamchatka Trench and discovered there the deepest complex ecosystem on Earth, where life thrives. At a depth of about 9500 meters, tube worms, mollusks, and other creatures were found living without sunlight and obtaining nutrients through chemical reactions occurring near fissures. The research was conducted using the submarine 'Fendouzhe', and the expedition included oceanologists from China, Russia, New Zealand, and Denmark.

Eye Contact Creates Deep Connection

Eye contact is capable of creating a deep connection even with strangers. According to scientific research, prolonged eye contact can establish a strong emotional bond between strangers. In experiments, participants looked at each other silently, and after just two minutes, their smiles and heart rates synchronized, and they felt a sense of closeness to the other person.

The World's Longest Staircase in Switzerland

The world's longest staircase is located in Switzerland - it has 11,674 steps and is 3.5 km long. It is mainly used for maintaining the funicular on Mount Niesen and is closed to the public on regular days, but once a year it is opened for a sporting climb. Interestingly, it was built as early as 1910 and is officially listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

Oldest Child Born in the USA

In the USA, the 'oldest child' was born - it came into the world from an embryo that was frozen more than 30 years ago. In 1994, American Linda Archerd underwent IVF and received four embryos: one was used immediately, and the other three were frozen. Each year, the woman paid $1000 for their storage but never decided to give birth again. As a result, she gave the record-long stored embryos up for adoption - and a healthy boy was born from one of them a few days ago.

Horoscope for August 8

♈️ Aries: The secret to today's success is to clearly follow a pre-made plan from the very morning. Do not get distracted by things that can surely wait, like idle phone conversations. They take away not only time but also moral energy. ♉️ Taurus: The likelihood of quarrels with loved ones, which always lurks for you, can increase significantly on this day. Therefore, it's very important to control emotions and forgive annoying mistakes not only for yourself but also for others. ♊️ Gemini: Deciding what you truly want to achieve professionally will be difficult but necessary if you really want to move forward and not stand still.

Horoscope for August 8

♋️ Cancer: Do not allow the bad mood that will haunt you on this day to turn into depression. This will have a very unfavorable effect on both professional matters and personal issues. ♌️ Leo: The day is not suitable for financial operations of any scale. There is a high risk of fraud even where you least expect it, so actions of this nature should be postponed for a few days. ♍️ Virgo: You should not discuss work plans with colleagues. Even if it seems to you that they are exclusively well-disposed towards you. They may very well appropriate your ideas and present them as their own.

Horoscope for August 8

♎️ Libra: On this day, it's necessary to limit communication with your close ones under any pretext. There is a high risk of saying too much in the heat of the moment and seriously quarreling. Meanwhile, reconciliation might seriously drag on. ♏️ Scorpio: When taking on a new, complex, and challenging professional project, carefully evaluate your strength. This concerns both physical and moral strength. They should be enough for the long haul. ♐️ Sagittarius: You shouldn't take to heart the sharp words and ambiguous jokes that others might make. It's unlikely that they are directed against you. Most likely, the person said it without thinking.

Horoscope for August 8

♑️ Capricorn: In the event of a flare-up of chronic diseases, which is likely at this time, under no circumstances should you self-medicate. It is recommended to immediately consult a doctor and closely follow their advice and prescriptions. ♒️ Aquarius: When making an important decision, 'consult' with your inner voice. Unlike the mind, which might struggle to make sense of things today, your intuition will not fail you, so it's worth heeding its recommendations. ♓️ Pisces: It's important to remember that a careless word can spoil relationships even with the closest person. Therefore, it's essential to think several times before speaking.

Radioactive Isotopes Introduced into Rhino Horns to Deter Poachers

Radioactive isotopes are being introduced into the horns of rhinos in South Africa to protect them from poachers. According to scientists, the doses used are completely safe for the animals' health but are sufficient to trigger radiation detectors at airports and border checkpoints. This will help catch smugglers crossing borders and, in the long term, make hunting rhinos pointless.

California Woman Lives with a Thousand Cats

A woman from California lives in a house with a thousand cats. No, she is not a crazy cat lady, but she is doing a good deed. Linea Lattanzio first took in kittens in the 90s and over time turned her home into a unique, cage-free shelter where cats live freely – just like domestic pets. Anyone can come and take the one they like. According to 76-year-old Linea's calculations, more than 50,000 cats have passed through her hands over time – and almost all of them eventually found a new home.

Microsoft Collabs with Crocs for Windows XP-Themed Clogs

Microsoft has collaborated with Crocs and announced the release of clogs styled after Windows XP. The shoes are designed to mimic the iconic desktop wallpaper, and among the custom Jibbitz charms are a mouse pointer, the Internet Explorer icon, and the Microsoft Office 'Clippy'. Currently, sales are open only to company employees, with a public release coming later. The price is $80.

Extreme Heat Impacts Brain Function

Scientists have confirmed that extreme heat negatively impacts brain function, making people more distracted and clumsy. This is especially noticeable in people with pre-existing neurological disorders. During extreme heat, even healthy individuals are at risk of reduced mental capabilities: decision-making ability worsens, propensity for risky behavior increases, and short-term memory and concentration decline. The mechanism of this process is related to disruptions in the brain's thermoregulation system. Moreover, prolonged exposure to heat, especially warm nights, significantly worsens sleep quality, which in turn raises the risk of cognitive impairments, irritability, anxiety, depression, and even increases the likelihood of suicidal thoughts.

Xiaomi unveils open AI model MiDashengLM-7B

Xiaomi has unveiled the open AI model MiDashengLM-7B for electric vehicles and smart homes. Based on its own voice technology and the integration of Qwen2.5-Omni-7B from Alibaba, the innovation surpasses competitors in speed and quality of speech, sound, and music recognition. The release of the model highlights Xiaomi's shift towards AI and automotive as new growth drivers beyond smartphones.

Horoscope for August 7th

♈️ Aries: The only thing you can do right on this challenging day is keep your composure. Increased emotionality will hinder friendly communication with others. ♉️ Taurus: The temptations of this day will not lead to anything good. Therefore, it is necessary to resist them with all your might. Agreeing to take even a minor step in their direction, you will find it impossible to stop, despite your best efforts. ♊️ Gemini: The emotional outburst awaiting sign representatives at this time will be difficult for even such a dual nature as yours to endure. The best way to maintain inner peace is to focus on work.

Horoscope for August 7

♋️ Cancer: On this day, it is not recommended to insist on your point of view at all costs. Even if you are completely right, it is better to temporarily back down to maintain a good relationship with your opponent. ♌️ Leo: The authority you have within your team will help you reconcile opposing sides. Everyone, including your direct superiors, will appreciate your objectivity and goodwill. ♍️ Virgo: A proposal that comes your way today may seem more than tempting at first glance. But it's better to reject it. Actually, its attractiveness will prove to be greatly exaggerated.

Horoscope for August 7

♎️ Libra: The day is suitable for personal relationships. Try to spend time with your loved ones and discuss important matters that worry you. Openness will help establish harmony in relationships. When making long-term plans for the future, do not forget about rest. ♏️ Scorpio: You will have to tackle complex tasks requiring concentration and patience. The only way to avoid conflict with others is by limiting interaction with people to the necessary minimum, including with those closest to you. Otherwise, an unfortunate argument is inevitable. ♐️ Sagittarius: A romantic encounter that may happen today will not lead to serious and long-term relationships. At most, you can expect a bright but, alas, short romance.