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Many cat owners probably have no doubt that their pets understand human speech well. And now this has been scientifically confirmed. Japanese researchers have found out that cats can match words with images and objects. The experiment involved 31 cats. Animals were shown images on a laptop several times, in parallel cats heard the words that denote them. Then they were shown pictures, but some words did...

Every weekday for the past 30 years, Barbara Martinez has helped hundreds of seniors stay fit. She holds energetic classes on a popular beach in Barcelona. And she's 88 years old. She does it for free. Her only stipulation is that all participants must wear brightly colored clothing. Martinez began her career as a fitness instructor after early retirement at the age of 60. At first, in her spare time,...

You can play a giant tetris these days in one of the entertainment centers in London. Such an interactive display appeared in honor of the 40th anniversary of the famous computer game. Alexandra Payne, an employee of the Outernet center: “We use an application, which can be downloaded by scanning a QR code. The game will launch on your phone and you can move the pieces in real time right on the screen....

Diwali is also the festival of lights. In India it is customary to light lanterns and candles as a symbol of the victory of good over evil. In London, concerts and fairs are held in honor of Diwali. This year the festival was visited by the mayor of the city Sadiq Khan. He has Pakistani roots and tries to unite the different communities of the city. A guest at the festival: “London has always been and...

Cinderella, a spider and hot dogs - there's plenty to see in Tompkins Square Park in New York City today. Dozens of dogs and their owners are participating in a Halloween costume parade. The owners tried to come up with the most amazing outfits for their shaggy pets. Among the participants are both music lovers and sports fans. The dog's owner: “His name is Gremlin. He's wearing (former baseball...

If a tourist in Rome wishes to return to this beautiful city, they can simply toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. According to legend, standing with their back to the fountain and throwing the coin over their left shoulder is the proper way to make a wish. Every year, millions of visitors delight in this charming tradition. But, you may wonder, where do all those coins go? Thanks to a...

Two rescued southern wild boars are making their debut at the New York Aquarium. These orphaned females were found off the coast of California when they were still cubs. The calans decided to be taken in. At first, the marine predators lived in different zoos. Now their permanent home will be the New York Aquarium. Southern wild boars live on the coast of California. Once the population of these animals...

During the hot summer months, cities heat up to unprecedented temperatures. The lack of greenery creates so-called “heat islands”, which are much hotter than the countryside. Now German inventors have created special oases that will help reduce the temperature. The Frankfurt-based startup has developed an architectural solution for urban gardening. Its vertical landscaping system includes diagonally...

Hong Kong has tripled the number of pandas thanks to the birth of two cubs, a brother and sister, Aug. 15. Previously, there were only two pandas in the city, which did not produce offspring. The new addition is the first time pandas have been born in Hong Kong, sparking much interest among locals. The cubs' mother, 19-year-old Ying Ying, and her partner Le Le were donated by China in 2007. Ying Ying...

This hair salon in Brisbane, Australia, is designed for people with severely curly hair. Even African hair can be easily dealt with here. Hair stylist Pat has specialized in curly hair for 13 years. It's an understandable choice as she has curly hair herself. Pat's career began in Brazil. Last year, the woman moved to Australia. Pat Dionizio, hairstylist: “When I came here, I found work quickly as...

Frenchman Com Girardot jumped into the water from a rock 44 meters high. At the same time, the speed of the fall reached 106 kilometers per hour. So the athlete set a new world record for “death jumps”. This is a very dangerous trick, and without special training it can not be performed. Girardot made a jump near the town of Aldeacemada in Spanish Andalusia. Near the rock is located Simbarra...

A spectacular spectacle played out in the sky over Finnish Lapland. It was as if it was covered by a huge curtain in the form of the northern lights. This atmospheric phenomenon was captured by a photographer from the town of Sodankylä. The photographer from Sodankylä was able to capture a bright red glow, which does not happen very often. It was seen around midnight local time. The aurora borealis...

It's still October and snowflakes are swirling on Regent Street in London. It's not real snow yet, but winter, and therefore Christmas, is near. At least that's what they think at Hamleys, the world's oldest toy store. Keane Herman, the store's general manager, said: “It's never too early for Christmas. We start talking about Christmas in January. As soon as one Christmas is over, we're already...

Thousands of lights flash and soon go out in the night sky over Seoul. The city is hosting the International Fireworks Festival. Teams of the best pyrotechnicians from South Korea, Japan and the United States put on a spectacular light show. The spectators took the best seats in the city park overlooking the Hangang River hours before the show. Each pyrotechnics team prepared its own show, accompanied by...

There's not a minute to lose. Every second counts at the World Puzzle Championships. Puzzle lovers compete against each other for time in Valladolid, Spain. World puzzle championships have been held since 2019. But since the coronavirus pandemic, interest in the tournaments has grown significantly. Over four days, 3,500 puzzle enthusiasts compete in individual, doubles and team events. The individual...

The unusual art installation stretches for 2.5 kilometers from the King West district to Canoe Landing Park. The author of the project is the British theater company Station House Opera. Ilana Altman, co-organizer of the event: “The magic of this project is that it brings joy to everyone here. This domino playing field includes businesses and homes. It encompasses all the streets as well. So we had to...

Do you dream of losing weight without strict restrictions and enjoying delicious food? The Mediterranean diet is your answer! This style of eating has been recognized as the best system in the world by US News&World Report for the fourth year in a row and has even become a UNESCO cultural heritage. Suitable for everyone from children to the elderly and pregnant women. Based on the nutrition of...

Flying a gas balloon across Europe, and at speed. This is exactly what the participants of the famous Gordon Bennett Cup, the oldest gas balloon competition in the world, do. This year the participants started in Munster, Germany. To the cheers of the spectators, 21 balloons took to the air. The goal was to fly as far away from the starting point as possible. From Germany, the balloons traveled westward...

Nine fairytale worlds woven from colorful lights have sprouted up in Singapore. Here you can walk among dinosaurs, walk along sand dunes, enjoy a journey through the jungle and look into a winter wonderland. All these installations are the fruit of designer Norman Latourelle's imagination. He organizes the international illumi light festival in different countries. Norman Latourelle, designer: “I have...

Funny images are presented by dog owners on this stage in Moscow. They have created costumes for themselves and their pets specially for the competition which takes place during the Petshop Days festival. One of the most colorful was a team of divers. The scuba tanks are made of plastic bottles, and hoses are made of cables. Arina Denzel, festival participant: “Inspired by this aerodynamic image of...

When it's time for Shani to go to work, she doesn't have to say goodbye to her Essie - the woman can simply bring the dog with her to the office. Shani works for an insurance company in Hobart, Tasmania. And it's been a great place to bring her dogs for years. “Everyone lights up when a dog walks around the call center and you can reach out and rub it. It makes people happy.” At first, dogs could...

Dozens of Afro-Cubans with bouffant hair walked the red carpet in Havana. This is the third African-style hairstyling contest in Cuba. Women, men and, of course, children take part in it. Elaine Calderon, mother of a contestant: “My son has been wearing his hair in the African style since he was a kid. He has participated in several of these contests. He loves it and he is also pleased that his...

Fluffy pets in fashionable outfits and accessories take to the catwalk in New York. All, of course, are accompanied by human models. The collection was designed by designers from various brands including Tommy Hilfiger, Caryna Nina and Johnathan Kayne. The FurBaby show is taking place ahead of New York Fashion Week. But the main thing here is not the outfits, but the charity. More than 20 dogs...

Berlin's specialty currywurst is celebrating 75 years. It is a sliced fried sausage dipped in a tomato and curry sauce. The dish gained popularity in the hungry post-war years, but it has not lost it even now. The Curry 36 café in Berlin has a queue every day. Cafe Curry 36 has been operating in the Kreuzberg district since 1981. The sauce is said to have been invented by Herta Heuwer, who ran a humble...

Using cutting-edge high-resolution microscopy, researchers were able to track the developmental stages of butterfly scales, tracing their formation from caterpillar to butterfly and revealing how they become so vivacious. Their work reveals that actin, a protein in butterfly’s scales, orchestrates the intricate arrangement of the colorful structures. Conducted at the University of Sheffield and the...

It's every man for himself here. A tomato battle is raging in Buñol, Spain. Thousands of people are pelting each other with ripe, juicy tomatoes. The famous festival is called La Tomatina. Tomatoes are bought in the region of Extremadura, where they are cheaper. 120 tons of tomatoes are brought in seven trucks. The main rule of the festival is to crush the tomatoes before throwing them. Also, you can't...

These dogs come to the California beach town of Del Mar with their owners almost every day to prepare for the big swim. They are being trained for the Surf-A-Thon dog surfing championships, which will be held in September. Here, everyone is introduced to special boards for the sport, dog floats and water safety rules. Dog surfing instructor Scott Owens comes to the class with his two Dalmatians Bentley...

Across various cultures and countries, the wisest members of society are often seen as those who are both logical and reflective, with a strong ability to consider the feelings and perspectives of others. A recent study explored how people from 16 diverse world cultures, ranging from Japan and Slovakia to Ecuador and Morocco, understand wisdom as a valued trait. Wisdom is celebrated as a profound human...

Almonds are the edible seeds of the fruit of the almond tree. Its composition includes many essential substances for the body. First of all, almonds are a valuable source of natural acids. Oleic acid, which refers to monounsaturated fatty acids, helps to reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol. Phytic acid is considered a natural antioxidant that protects the body from free radicals. Among other...

Hundreds of California sea lions have taken over a beach in Monterey in the US. Local authorities have temporarily closed the area to people so as not to disturb or frighten the animals. However, many people come here and admire the sea lions from afar. “They are noisy and seem belligerent. Some are attacking each other. They have a lot of energy and seem to be having a great time. They are cool. They...