This is an artist's illustration of a recently discovered quasar, which scientists have described as possibly the brightest object in the Universe. It is so bright that for a long time astronomers mistook it for a star. Now it has been confirmed that this is an active galactic nucleus at the initial stage of development, in which a supermassive black hole is absorbing surrounding matter. As a result, a...
Elegant, graceful and rich in history. This is a polonaise - a traditional Polish dance that originated in the 18th century. It gained international recognition thanks to the work of the Polish composer Frederic Chopin. And recently it was included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. This is a performance of a polonaise by students of the University of Warsaw. Dancers have a clear idea...
A replica of the Eiffel Tower was made from recycled materials by two French friends. The replica was built in the suburb of La Chevrolière in the west of the country. The height of the tower is 16 meters. Width at the base – 6.5. The author of the idea is carpenter Frederic Malmezac. He decided to find a use for wood waste. Frederic invited his friend Sylvain Bouchard to join the project. He is...
The first large-scale restoration of the giant ciborium in 250 years began in St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. It will cost almost 700,000 euros. The Ciborium was created in the 17th century by the Italian sculptor and architect Giovanni Lorenzo Bernini. The structure was installed above the main altar of the cathedral and the supposed place of the tomb of St. Peter. The apostle was crucified by...
American Emily describes depression as a black hole where gravity is so strong that she can barely move. She knows that the disease can kill her. Both of her parents committed suicide. Now she has joined the trial of a new experimental therapy. Electrodes were implanted into her brain. Researchers say deep brain stimulation could ultimately help the nearly three million Americans suffering from...
Pegasus Airlines has introduced a fee for hand luggage on its flights to Cyprus and launched four different “flight packages” in this context. Accordingly, those wishing to take hand luggage must purchase a “super eco” package. It is offered at least 300 TL more than the “light” package, which includes the right to take on board “a bag that fits only under your arm.” The practice,...
This patient lost part of his arm 37 years ago, and now for the first time since then he felt a warm handshake from another person. A new invention by Swiss neuroengineers helped with this. Scientists have developed a “minitouch” device that allows you to distinguish the temperature of objects when you touch them with a prosthesis. For example, now a patient with his eyes closed is trying to...
The Apollo's Chariot fountain returns to its place in the luxurious gardens of the Palace of Versailles. The sculptural composition and the underwater part of the fountain took a year to restore. Workers strengthened the stone base of the fountain. The metal structure that had supported the sculptures for over three hundred years also needed repairs. They are made of lead and plated with gold. Over...
Japan's economy suddenly fell into recession. It contracted for two consecutive quarters due to weak domestic demand. As a result, the country lost the title of the third largest economy in the world, giving this place to Germany. Between October and December last year, Japan's GDP fell 0.4% year on year. In the previous quarter the decline was 3.3%. At the same time, analysts, on the contrary,...
Pineapple is not only a tasty and healthy fruit, but also a raw material for environmentally friendly fashion. These Kenyan farmers have begun to earn extra income from leaves that were previously simply thrown away. Previously, I almost never used such leaves. But today they are attracting more and more attention. Pine Kazi recycles them into fashionable shoes. The startup is also tapping local...
The ancient towers of the Cairo Citadel opened to the public for the first time. Until recently, they hosted private events. Military and police garrisons were also located here. Now this sector of the Cairo Citadel has been restored and prepared for excursions. The height of the Ramla Tower is almost 21 meters, the Haddad Tower is 22 meters. The Cairo citadel was built in the second half of the 12th...
The Chinese airliner C919 made its first flight outside the country, appearing at an air show in Singapore. It is expected to compete with Airbus and Boeing in the international market. The narrow-body jet is manufactured by the Commercial Aviation Corporation of China, or COMAC. According to the Singapore Economic Development Council, representatives of the People's Republic of China took part in...
Cuban biologists check snares in a botanical garden in the suburbs of Havana. This time we caught a migrant bird that had flown in from afar. Now she is awaiting a full examination. Scientists measure and weigh the captive, assess her appearance, and determine the amount of body fat. The data is recorded. Biologists observe migratory birds. Birds migrate from the USA and Canada. Cuban scientists...
The darkness of the evening streets of Copenhagen was pierced by rays of light. Hundreds of people decorated themselves with garlands and went for a run around the Danish capital. The Festival of Lights started here in early February. There are dozens of glowing installations scattered throughout the city. And now the residents of Copenhagen themselves have become the hallmark of the holiday. The...
The sand sculpture of Charles III was created by Indian artist Sudarsan Pattnaik on the beach in Puri. So he wants to wish the British monarch a speedy recovery. He was recently diagnosed with cancer. Charles III will not participate in public events for the time being. He has already started undergoing treatment. The palace says the king is optimistic and hopes to return to work soon. Sudarsan...
The return of sea otters and their insatiable appetite is helping to save part of California's wetland ecosystem. Sea otters eat constantly. And one of their favorite snacks is swamp crabs, which dig holes and also chew the roots of the swamp grass that holds the mud in place. A study found that when crab-eating sea otters were reintroduced to a tidal estuary near Monterey, it slowed marsh...
The giant statue of Constantine the Great has returned to the Eternal City. Once upon a time it towered in the very heart of Ancient Rome. The eleven-meter-tall colossus was recreated by specialists from a company that preserves works of art. Experts first looked to history, archeology and literature to understand what the statue might have been like. Then, using photographs of fragments of the...
Donald Trump won the Nevada caucuses, which determined the main candidate from the Republican Party. Now he is one step closer to becoming Joe Biden's main rival in the November presidential election. He previously easily won the U.S. Virgin Islands caucuses. Trump won 182 of the 246 votes cast there, beating his last remaining opponent in the Republican race, Nikki Haley. She received 64 votes. In...
Cocoa beans are becoming an increasingly scarce commodity. Their prices have risen to historic highs. And that's bad news for chocolate lovers around the world. Benchmark cocoa futures are trading at almost $5,900 a tonne on the New York exchange. This is approximately twice as much as last year. Prices have jumped as a poor harvest dries up cocoa supplies. In Ghana, the world's second largest...
The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus took part in the international tourism exhibition, which was held in Istanbul. International Exhibition of Tourism and Travel EMITT 2024, the fifth largest tourism fair in the world, took place from 6 to 9 February 2024. Northern Cyprus was represented at the Eastern Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Exhibition, one of the largest tourism fairs...
Center-right Alexander Stubb from the National Coalition party won the presidential election in Finland. In the second round, more than 51% of voters voted for him. His rival Pekka Haavisto, a member of the left-wing Green Union party, received 48% of the vote. He has already admitted defeat. Alexander Stubb called the victory his “greatest honor.” The first round of elections took place on...
The mythical beast is surrounded by a cloud of water vapor as workers clean up the streets of Ljubljana. The charming Slovenian capital, located in the heart of Europe, is often called the “City of Dragons”. Legend has it that Ljubljana was founded by the Greek hero Jason, who killed a formidable dragon that was terrorizing the area. Today the city preserves its heritage: its streets and...
In Denmark, archaeologists discovered runes engraved on a blade almost 2,000 years old. These are the oldest such inscriptions found to date in the country. The blade was found under an urn in an Iron Age burial near the city of Odense on the island of Funen in 2021. Before this, the oldest inscription was considered to be on a comb found in 1865 on the island of Funen. It dates from around the same...
Lentil dal from chef Charles Guillois is one of the dishes that will be served to athletes at the Olympic Games in Paris. Every day, up to 40 tons of food will be prepared for 15 thousand people, taking into account a variety of tastes and cultures. The menu already includes 550 dishes. Guillois will be responsible for 24-hour food delivery to the Olympic Village north of Paris. He will lead a team of...
Dogs at a pet show in Hong Kong demonstrate perfect obedience. This is where the professional groomer exam takes place. Today they cut and style the hair of Bichon Frize and Poodle dogs. The main requirement for models is at least four centimeters of wool and two months without any hairdressing services. It is noteworthy that competitions are held not only for professionals, but also for grooming...
In Panama, coffee farmers are encouraged to protect the environment. There is a special program for plantations located on the banks of the Panama Canal. It is designed for 15 years and is aimed at reducing soil erosion and pollution of local rivers. Scientists believe that it is because of this that the water level in the canal has dropped recently. Drought also contributed to this. If farmers meet...
Guests of this cafe in Tokyo quickly forget about their problems and worries. Dwarf pigs, or mini pigs, help with this. This therapy is finding more and more fans in Japan. Cafe owners believe that miniature pigs help relieve stress even better than cats or dogs. The fact is that piglets are very drawn to people. Experts say spending time with animals can lower blood pressure, reduce headaches and...
The first enterprise for drying fruits and vegetables opened its doors in Northern Cyprus. The company opened in the village of Yeshilyurt in the Lefke region. The opening ceremony of the country's first fruit and vegetable drying enterprise took place the day before. It was attended by the wife of the TRNC President Sibel Tatar, the wife of the Turkish Ambassador to Nicosia Metina Feyzioglu, the...
These intricate designs are made using the tazhib technique. Many centuries ago in Central Asia, pages of manuscripts were decorated this way. Tazhib translated from Arabic means “painted with gold.” Last December, this artistic decoration technique was included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list. Five countries submitted the application: Tajikistan, Iran, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and...
There are only a few days left before the carnival season in Rio de Janeiro. And not only people will participate in the holiday. Dogs also have their own carnival here. So it's time to rehearse and choose a fancy dress. The outfits of Superman, Batman and Darth Vader are popular. Images of famous singers and actresses are created for girl dogs. This year, the carnival season in Rio de Janeiro will...
