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Bryan Johnson, former owner of Venmo has recently been making headlines in his quest to live forever.

Although he is clearly an eccentric, his result have been remarkable. He reduced his biological age by over 10 years and reduced his speed of aging to only around 60% of a “normal” person.

Most of his biohacks are unaffordable to the normal person but he does have quite a few interesting things he does that can benefit the regular person who isn’t health obsessed but interested in longevity. Here’s a video to his daily routine. Let us know what you think! Is he a madman, or interesting visionary? Or both?

Here’s a video to his daily routine. Let us know what you think! Is he a madman, or interesting visionary? Or both?

Science

Harvesting Energy from Black Holes

In a groundbreaking study by researchers at Tianjin University in China, the potential of black holes as a future energy source is being explored. The researchers, Zhan-Feng Mai and Run-Qiu Yang, have proposed two intriguing scenarios in which primordial black holes could be utilized to meet the growing energy demands of humanity.

As the global population continues to expand, scientists are exploring novel and unconventional ways to generate power. Black holes, once thought to be mere cosmic vacuum cleaners, are now being considered as a possible energy source.

The first scenario involves "charging" a primordial black hole, a tiny black hole formed shortly after the Big Bang, by feeding it electrically charged particles until it repels them, indicating that it is fully charged, much like a battery. Energy could then be collected from the black hole through a process called superradiance, where electromagnetic or gravitational waves carrying more energy than was initially fed in are deflected into the black hole and converted into a usable energy source.

The second possibility involves harnessing the energy stored in the form of particle pairs that emerge in the presence of an electric field. Previous research has shown that an electric field exists around the event horizon of black holes, and some of these fields are strong enough to create both electrons and positrons. In this scenario, the positrons of a fully charged black hole would be ejected and available for collection and use as an energy source.

While the researchers have not delved into the physical means of harvesting energy from black holes or estimated the time required to develop the necessary technology, they have calculated that such engineering could allow for 25% of the produced energy to be usable.

Hopefully, nobody gets a silly idea like creating a black hole in a lab for experimentation. Might make a good movie plot. Then again, we could just try to make a miniature sun, like in Spider Man 2.

Entertainment

2024 Super Bowl Lineup

Post Malone, Andra Day, and Reba McEntire are set to perform at the pre-game show for Super Bowl LVIII, as announced by the NFL. The game is scheduled to take place on Feb. 11, 2024, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and will be broadcast on CBS, with the option to stream on Paramount+.

Reba McEntire, a Country Music Hall of Famer, will perform the national anthem before the game, while Post Malone will sing “America the Beautiful,” and Andra Day will present “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Usher is set to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show. On the same day, he will also release his ninth studio album, “Coming Home.”

American Sign Language performances will be a part of both the pre-game and the Super Bowl.

World News

Beekeeping: The New Hobby Trend of 2024?

Beekeeping is on the rise in 2024, driven by celebrity endorsements from figures like David Beckham, Beyoncé, and Scarlett Johansson, according to a study of 2,000 adults. The research indicates a growing interest in unconventional pastimes, with majority of respondents seeking out unique hobbies.

Other emerging trends include origami, collecting outdated technology like CDs, and foraging for wild snacks. The study also identified celebrities like Tom Daley, who enjoys knitting, as inspiring figures in the realm of unique hobbies.

The study, commissioned by Sky ahead of the release of "The Beekeeper" starring Jason Statham, explored people's motivations for trying new activities. The film's director, David Ayer, highlighted Statham's genuine interest in beekeeping during the movie's production, pointing out its therapeutic aspects amid intense action scenes.

Beekeeping in 2024 is more than just a trend; it's a hobby with real benefits for the planet. By caring for bees, hobbyists contribute to pollination, which is vital for many plants and crops. This not only supports the environment but also helps sustain food sources. Furthermore, beekeeping raises awareness about the challenges bees face, such as habitat destruction and climate change.

Sports

Namibia Secures First Ever AFCON Victory

Namibia secured its first-ever Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) victory by defeating Tunisia 1-0 on Tuesday last week, marking a historic upset. This win comes in Namibia's fourth AFCON appearance, having previously failed to secure a victory in any of its nine finals matches, with seven losses and two draws.

Despite being ranked 115th in the world and 87 places below Tunisia, Namibia emerged as the deserving winner, with midfielder Deon Hotto scoring the decisive 88th-minute goal. The goal prompted jubilant celebrations on the Namibia bench and among the fans.

This victory adds to the trend of unexpected outcomes in the tournament hosted in the Ivory Coast, including Ghana's 2-1 loss to Cape Verde and draws for Egypt, Algeria, Cameroon, and Nigeria in matches where they were heavily favored.

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