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China’s First 3-on-3 Robot Football Match Ends with Two Bots Stretchered Off—Human Jobs Safe for Now
China’s First Robot Football Tournament: Clumsy Bots, Big Ambitions [Image 1: Robots clumsily maneuvering on a football field. Caption: China’s three-on-three robot football tournament showcased slow, collision-prone players.] Beijing recently hosted China’s inaugural three-on-three robot football tournament, part of the ROBO League trial ahead of the 2025 World Humanoid Games. While the event marked a […]
Dog Ownership Linked to Higher Anxiety, No Happiness Boost, Veterinary Study Finds
New Study Challenges the “Pet Effect”: Dog Ownership May Reduce Well-Being Over Time While many dog owners swear their pets bring joy, new research questions the long-touted “pet effect”—the idea that pets significantly boost human health and happiness. A study tracking pandemic-era pet owners found that the initial cheerfulness of acquiring a dog fades within […]
Experts Warn Against Deadly DIY AC Hacks Using Frozen Towels and Fans During Heatwaves
UK Heatwave Alert: Avoid Deadly DIY Cooling Hacks, Experts Warn Britain is sweltering under a record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 36°C. Desperate for relief, many are turning to TikTok’s viral “DIY air conditioning” hacks. However, experts from Electrical Safety First warn that some of these tricks could pose deadly risks. Dangerous Hacks to Avoid […]
World’s First Motion-Sickness-Proof Car Delivers Unparalleled Smooth Ride Experience
Say Goodbye to Car Sickness? ClearMotion’s Revolutionary Suspension Tested For those who dread winding roads due to motion sickness, relief may be on the horizon. Boston-based ClearMotion claims its cutting-edge active suspension can “eliminate motion sickness” by smoothing out bumps and jolts. MailOnline tested the system in Warwickshire, UK, using a NIO ET9 luxury car […]
Apple Urges Caution: Avoid iPhone Pillow Charging Amid UK Heatwave Fire Risks
Apple Warns Against Charging iPhones Under Pillows During Heatwave By Xantha Leatham, Executive Science Editor | Updated: 13:20 BST, 1 July 2025 Apple has issued an urgent warning urging users to avoid charging iPhones under pillows or blankets, citing fire hazards linked to overheating. This alert comes as the UK faces a heatwave, with temperatures […]
Decoding Celebrity Ink: Science Reveals What Tattoos Say About Stars Like Ed Sheeran and The Rock
Celebrity Tattoos and What They Say About Personality, According to Science From David Beckham to Justin Bieber, celebrities often use tattoos to express themselves—but these inked designs might shape how others perceive them. A Michigan State University study revealed that people make snap judgments about personality traits based on tattoo styles, though these assumptions rarely […]
Mystery Skull Spotted on Canadian Island Coast Sparks Alien-Created Landmark Theory
Mysterious "Skull" Spotted Off Canadian Coast Sparks Alien Theories – But Science Says Otherwise [Image: Google Earth screenshot showing the skull-like sandbar near Cormorant Island.] Google Maps enthusiasts have uncovered countless oddities over the years, from “UFOs” in the Sahara to Arctic “doorways.” The latest discovery, however, might be the most eerie: a massive, skull-shaped […]
Mysterious Elongated-Headed Creature Captured on Doorbell Cam Sparks Extraterrestrial Speculation
Mysterious “Alien” Creature Caught on California Woman’s Doorbell Camera Jessica Ortiz of Compton, California, shared eerie Ring camera footage from June 5 that appears to show a strange, humanoid figure walking through her backyard late at night. The clip, posted to her Instagram, sparked debate online about whether the blurry figure could be evidence of […]
Scientists Confirm Key to Happiness Lies in Embracing Life’s Simple Pleasures
Scientists Discover a Simple Formula for Happiness: Embrace Small Joys By Padraic Flanagan | Updated: 01:50 BST, 6 July 2025 A groundbreaking study reveals that just five minutes a day spent on "micro-acts of joy" can combat stress, enhance emotional well-being, and improve sleep. Led by psychologist Dr. Elissa Epel of the University of California […]
New Romances Spur Risk-Taking and Immoral Acts
Falling in Love Triggers Risk-Taking and Immoral Behavior, Study Reveals By Pat Hagan | July 6, 2025 [Image: A couple holding hands, silhouetted against a sunset.] New research reveals that falling in love may lead to increased risk-taking and even unethical behavior. A series of studies from Sichuan International Studies University in China suggests romantic […]