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While a shaker, some mixing tools, and ice are enough to get the job done, modern technology has made it possible to invent some impressive gadgets to up your at-home bartending game. From machines that prepare cocktails in seconds to smart coasters that guarantee a perfect pour, here’s an overview of some devices you should consider adding to your bar. Baltesian Cocktail Maker – $349 Image credit: Bartesian Pressing a button to summon a cocktail may sound like something out of science fiction, but it already exists. Bartesian’s Cocktail Maker is one of the most popular robot bartenders on the…
For half a century, the iconic “Lucy” fossil species, Australopithecus afarensis, has held the title of being the most likely direct ancestor of all humans.However, as the list of ancient human relatives grew and more fossils were discovered, Lucy’s position became increasingly questionable. Now, a major paper published last month in the journal Nature could completely overturn that theory, some scientists say.They argue that, given new evidence, an older species, Australopithecus anamensis, rather than Lucy, is our direct ancestor. you may like The proposal revealed sharp disagreements on the ground. Some say that A. anamensis is our direct ancestor, while…
Cybersecurity researchers have revealed details of a new malicious package on the npm repository. This package serves as a fully functional WhatsApp API, but also includes the ability to intercept all messages and link the attacker’s device to the victim’s WhatsApp account. The package named ‘lotusbail’ has been downloaded more than 56,000 times since it was first uploaded to the registry in May 2025 by a user named ‘seiren_primrose’. 711 of those downloads occurred in the last week. This library is still available for download at the time of writing. Disguising itself as a functional tool, the malware “steals WhatsApp…
TikTok Shop has rolled out a new feature that lets users purchase digital gift cards, making it easier for friends and family to buy from millions of products on the app. The feature was strategically introduced during the holiday season, a high-stakes time for the company’s shopping division as it looks to prove its worth in the market. The digital gift initiative positions TikTok Shop to compete more directly with e-commerce giants like Amazon and eBay, which offer gift card options. TikTok Shop has recently expanded into luxury retail, another move to solidify its foothold in e-commerce. Users can load…
A new in-wheel motor for electric vehicles (EVs) offers massive amounts of torque in a lightweight package, developers say.The motor, made by YASA, a Mercedes-Benz subsidiary that also supplies motors to Ferrari, weighs just 28 pounds (12.7 kilograms) but can deliver up to 1,000 horsepower at a time, or 469 to 536 horsepower over extended periods of time. This new mark shatters YASA’s own previous unofficial record of 738 horsepower from a 29-pound motor, company representatives said in a statement.For comparison, the 2025 Nissan Leaf has a single motor that produces 214 horsepower, and even high-performance EVs like the Tesla…
Dec 22, 2025Ravie LakshmananHacking News / Cybersecurity Cyber threats last week showed how attackers no longer need big hacks to cause big damage. They’re going after the everyday tools we trust most — firewalls, browser add-ons, and even smart TVs — turning small cracks into serious breaches. The real danger now isn’t just one major attack, but hundreds of quiet ones using the software and devices already inside our networks. Each trusted system can become an entry point if it’s left unpatched or overlooked. Here’s a clear look at the week’s biggest risks, from exploited network flaws to new global…
As the Internet becomes an indispensable part of daily life, its environmental impact continues to increase. Data centers, constant connectivity, and resource-intensive browsing habits all contribute to energy consumption and digital waste. Although individual users may not feel this impact directly, the collective impact of daily browsing is significant. Choosing a browser designed with sustainability in mind is one practical way to reduce that impact without changing the way you work online. In this article, we’ll explain what green browsing means, why it’s important, and how green browsers like Wave Browser combine a modern, safe browsing experience with our mission…
Japan is set to become one of the closest international partners in Horizon Europe, the European Union’s €93.5 billion research and innovation program. Negotiations between the European Commission and Japan have concluded successfully, paving the way for a formal partnership with Horizon Europe, scheduled for 2026. The agreement heralds a new era of global cooperation, allowing Japanese researchers to play a leading role in projects tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Commenting on the partnership, Ekaterina Zakharieva, Minister for Start-ups, Research and Innovation, said: “Openness and international cooperation must guide the future of science and technology. “We believe…
The UK Government will today publish its Animal Welfare Strategy, setting out new plans to protect cherished pets and much-loved wildlife across the country. Laws, regulations and current animal welfare practices need to be reformed as they have not kept up with the latest evidence and have led to instances of individuals exploiting loopholes. The Animal Welfare Strategy announced today by the Environment Secretary will help solve this problem and deliver the most ambitious welfare reform in a generation. Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds said: ‘We are a nation of animal lovers and this Government is launching the most ambitious animal…
simple factsName: Holy CribContents: 5 pieces of plane tree woodBirthplace: JerusalemCreated: Around 4-6 BCIn the 640s, Patriarch Sophronius of Jerusalem sent several modest wooden planks to Rome for safekeeping after the Muslim conquest of Jerusalem. Sophronius asked Pope Theodore I to protect the piece of wood, and the pope stated that it was the remains of the holy crib, the manger of Jesus.Today, five pieces of wood from the manger are preserved in a gold, silver, and glass reliquary in the crypt of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome. The reliquary was commissioned by Pope Pius IX in…