Severed bow of US warship blown off by Japanese torpedo finally found in South Pacific

A DIY enthusiast has taken a Fiat Panda and chopped it down to a bizarrely narrow, two-wheeled version that's just 19.7 inches wide—basically turning it into a glorified motorcycle with a roof. If tight spaces make you nervous, this definitely isn’t the ride for you.

Editor’s Note: This story is a fun reminder of how far creativity (and maybe a little madness) can take DIY car projects. While it’s not practical for daily use, it’s the kind of quirky engineering that pushes boundaries and sparks conversation about what cars could look like in the future—or just what happens when someone has too much free time and a welder.

This week on the ISS, astronauts from Expedition 73 and Axiom Mission 4 wrapped up their joint research stint, tackling experiments that included—yes—recycling wastewater into drinkable water (and even coffee!). It’s all part of the station’s ongoing work to make long-term space living sustainable.

Editor’s Note: Think about it: if we’re ever going to live on Mars or beyond, we’ll need to reuse every drop of water. This isn’t just sci-fi—it’s real science happening right now, 250 miles above Earth. Plus, who wouldn’t want to know how astronauts brew their morning coffee in zero gravity?

A man in Australia has died after contracting an extremely rare virus similar to rabies, marking just the fourth known case of this disease worldwide. The infection occurred in New South Wales, though details about how he was exposed remain unclear.

Editor’s Note: While this case is exceptionally rare, it’s a sobering reminder of how little we still know about some infectious diseases. The fact that only four cases have ever been recorded might sound reassuring, but it also means doctors have very little experience treating it. For now, there’s no reason to panic—but it’s a good prompt to remember how vulnerable we can be to emerging or poorly understood pathogens.

Scientists have uncovered the oldest known case of humans catching diseases from animals, dating back 6,500 years. By studying ancient DNA, they pieced together how and where our ancestors first got sick from infections passed on by animals—shedding light on the deep roots of zoonotic diseases.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a dusty archaeological find—it’s a clue to how long humans and animals have been sharing more than just space. Understanding these ancient disease spillovers helps us grasp why zoonotic outbreaks (think COVID-19 or Ebola) keep happening today. It’s a reminder that the dance between humans, animals, and germs has been going on for millennia.

Archaeologists in Germany stumbled upon a 4,500-year-old surprise while prepping for a power line project: remains of baby carriers adorned with dog teeth. Turns out, Neolithic moms had a flair for accessorizing—using canine chompers as decorative bling for their little ones’ gear.

Editor’s Note: This quirky find isn’t just about ancient baby fashion—it’s a tiny window into how prehistoric parents bonded with their kids (and maybe their pets). It hints at shared cultural practices across early European communities and makes you wonder: Were dog teeth the Neolithic version of a trendy stroller charm? Either way, it’s a reminder that parenting hacks—and a love for personalizing baby stuff—are way older than we think.