Japan has launched the Do Hiemon 'personal cooling booth,' a 2.1-meter stainless-steel unit designed to rapidly chill humans in 10 minutes. Dubbed 'the human fridge,' it aims to combat heat exhaustion amid record global heatwaves, costing £6,900 upfront but 7p/hour to run.
A global study led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute analyzed over 100,000 infection samples from children across 82 countries, revealing a significant increase in antibiotic resistance between 2004 and 2022. The research highlights the growing threat to children's health, particularly from bacteria like Acinetobacter baumannii and Klebsiella.
Japan's TRUSCO Nakayama Corporation developed the "Do Reimon Box," a walk-in cooling booth designed to rapidly cool outdoor workers in minutes by targeting key body points. This "human refrigerator" uses adapted frozen food technology to combat extreme heat and enhance workplace safety.
創作物マーケット「BOOTH」は、他の商品ページへの誘導や宣伝告知のみを目的とした「0円商品」の出品を禁止するガイドラインの運用を開始しました。ユーザーからの「作品を探しにくい」という声を受け、検索性・利便性の低下を防ぐための措置です。
NDA leaders filed a complaint with Karnataka's Chief Electoral Officer alleging irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They demand a probe and door-to-door re-verification, accusing officials of disregarding process and potentially including illegal immigrants. CM Shivakumar denied interference, stating the government is raising awareness.
An abuse survivor feels betrayed after his trial was aborted due to the Christian Brothers' financial issues. A poll shows Australians reject some One Nation policies. Australia's women's cricket team reached the T20 World Cup final.
An Australian parliamentary inquiry has recommended new laws to police behaviour at polling booths after last year's federal election, citing "assaults on democracy" by third parties like the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and Advance. The Coalition dismissed the findings as a "hyper-partisan witch hunt."
The Great American State Fair, organized by President Donald Trump, faced a difficult opening with limited food options, a power outage in the food hall, and noticeably empty state exhibits. Several musical acts and Democratic-led states withdrew from the event.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin began a three-day visit to Punjab, starting with prayers at the Golden Temple. The visit aims to energize party workers and strengthen grassroots structures for the 2027 Assembly elections, with plans to contest all 117 seats.
The National Mall will transform into a multi-week state fair spectacle from June 25 to July 10 for the country's 250th birthday. While over 150 exhibits are planned, more than half a dozen states are not sending official delegations due to financial and political concerns.
Moscow has established its first booth at the Beijing International Book Fair, showcasing over 300 books by nearly 200 Russian authors. China represents over two-thirds of Moscow's book export deals, highlighting a strong strategic partnership.
Telangana's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls faces challenges as political parties flag gaps, especially in urban areas. Concerns linger over Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) physically reaching every voter, with inadequate household visits potentially leading to disputes over omissions.
A colossal 77-meter Jesus statue, planned for Armenia, is sparking debate. Conceived by wealthy businessman Gagik Tsarukyan, it aims to be a national landmark but faces opposition from the Armenian Apostolic Church and critics questioning its cost amid national security concerns.
A new game called PayphoneGo is encouraging Australians to explore their cities by visiting and calling payphones, a relic of the past. The game, created by a 19-year-old student, offers points and the ability to leave voicemails, fostering a unique online community. Despite their decline, payphones remain a vital public service, with many calls directed to emergency and utility services.
Kazakhstan travel operators are targeting Hong Kong tourists at the International Travel Expo with unique packages to view rocket launches at the Baikonur Cosmodrome. This comes as new direct flights to the region are anticipated.
A Florida beach toll booth attendant, Tammy Jo Baker, 63, was killed when a pickup truck driven by Deanna Harrell, 36, crashed through her station and into the ocean in Daytona Beach Shores. Harrell is being held under Florida's Baker Act for a mental health crisis and tested for alcohol intoxication.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited SK Hynix's booth at Computex 2026, requesting "Please Make More" HBM and expressing "LOVE SOCAMM" for their products. He noted SK Hynix's memory will be used in Nvidia's upcoming "Vera Rubin" AI accelerator.
José Mourinho is reportedly close to returning as Real Madrid manager, with a contract clause allowing him to leave Benfica after the season ends. Despite past controversies, his personality and past success make him a favored candidate for Florentino Pérez amidst Madrid's current crisis.
Gossip Goblin, a small AI film-making outfit led by Zack London, is gaining popularity with its satirical sci-fi shorts made using off-the-shelf AI tools, attracting Hollywood's attention despite criticism over copyright and creativity concerns.
The West Bengal government has launched a crackdown on illegal toll booths and unauthorised drop gates operating across the state, with district administrations directed to identify and remove them immediately.
An SBI ATM booth in Danapur, Bihar, has been repurposed into a hair salon, baffling unsuspecting customers. The kiosk retains its original exterior, leading many to enter expecting to withdraw cash, only to find haircuts in progress. The property owner reportedly rented the space after ATM operations ceased, with the tenant converting it into a barber shop.
Machines may soon translate every conversation flawlessly. But language is more than information – it is curiosity, intimacy and cultural discoveryOne of my earliest assignments as a young interpreter was to provide simultaneous interpretation for the proceedings of an ecumenical council that brought together all Christian denominations. As my homework, I dutifully read scripture, the gospels, papal encyclicals and the conclusion of the first council of Nicaea.There was, however, one thing I had not foreseen. Mass was held not in the conference hall, but in the church itself, where there were no booths and the interpreter was required to stand discreetly on the altar. Here, translation alone would not suffice – the interpreter had to perform the part of the priest, with his unmistakable clerical timbre, the arms outstretched then folded in prayer, the gaze repeatedly lifted towards heaven. Continue reading...
The Election Commission has ordered a repoll in West Bengal's Falta assembly constituency on May 21 after finding severe electoral offences during April 29 voting. EVM buttons were defaced with black masking tape at 60 of 285 polling stations (21%), affecting 53,967 voters. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee challenged the BJP to contest from Falta, calling them the "Bangla Birodhi Gujarati gang". This is the first time in Bengal a full assembly constituency will go to polls after declaration of results. Tension also flared in Hasimnagar locality where villagers alleged threats from TMC candidate's associates, leading to EC ordering arrests of two aides.
The Election Commission has ordered a repoll in West Bengal's Falta assembly constituency on May 21 after discovering severe electoral offences during April 29 voting, with 60 of 285 polling stations (21%) affected by defaced EVM buttons affecting 53,967 voters. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee challenged the BJP to contest in Falta, while two aides of TMC candidate Jahangir Khan have been arrested following allegations of voter intimidation in Hasimnagar locality.
