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Asus ROG RTX 5090 Edition 20 with AMOLED screen and liquid metal cooling design

Asus RTX 5090 Edition 20: Graphics Card with AMOLED Display and Liquid Metal

Technology 06/02/2026, 17:19

Asus showcased the RTX 5090 Edition 20 at Computex 2026 — a graphics card featuring a massive AMOLED display and liquid metal cooling. The screen displays temperature and 3D animations, while the cooling system is rated for 800 W. 🔥🖥️

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Habr infographic: 'Internet disappeared — sales stopped': myths and awkward questions about cloud online cash registers by ITSM 365

Internet Down — Sales Stopped: Debunking Myths About Cloud Cash Registers

Technology 06/02/2026, 17:15

💡 A cloud cash register is not just a program, but real "hardware" in a data center. We break down how it works, why sales might stop when the internet goes down, and where it can (and cannot) be used. 📉📡 #cloudcashregisters #fiscalization #ITSM365

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Array of solid-state batteries created using AI ElectrolyteGPT from the University of Chicago for future electric vehicles

ElectrolyteGPT: AI from the University of Chicago learns to write 'recipes' for batteries of the future

Technology 06/02/2026, 17:12

Scientists from the University of Chicago have created the AI ElectrolyteGPT, which generates ready-made electrolyte formulas for batteries. 🧪🔋 The system has passed laboratory tests and shown results comparable to advanced lithium-metal batteries. This could accelerate the creation of next-generation batteries for electric vehicles. ⚡🚀

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Art influencer Jerry Gogossian holding a portrait, symbolizing her creative legacy after tragic death

Death of Jerry Gogosian: How the Tragic Death of an Art Influencer Exposed the Dark Side of the Industry

Culture 06/02/2026, 17:07

Famous art critic and influencer Jerry Gogosian (Hilda Helfenstein) has been found dead in Brazil. The body of the 40-year-old artist was discovered in a São Paulo hotel where she was undergoing plastic surgery. Police are investigating the circumstances of her death; alcohol and medication were found at the scene. 🥀🇧🇷

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Stradivarius viola valued at $30 million returns to the stage

A Record in the World of Music: A Stradivari Violin Sold for $30 Million Returns to the Stage

Culture 06/02/2026, 17:00

The Stradivari viola 'Macdonald' has broken all records, becoming the most expensive string instrument in the world — purchased for $30 million! 🎻💰 Now, this masterpiece from the 'golden period' is sounding in the performance of Amihai Grosz, the principal violist of the Berlin Philharmonic. The unique instrument, which hasn't been played for decades, is preparing for a triumphant return to the stage on June 18. 🎶✨

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Odessa artist Evgeny Larionov has passed away: creator of monster letters and Odessa superheroes

Culture 06/02/2026, 16:54

Odessa artist Evgeny Larionov has passed away — creator of comics about Odessa superheroes and an alphabet with monsters. He was 53 years old. 🖌️🎨 #Odessa #Art #Loss

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Car accident in Volyn: Ombudsman demands investigation after video of alleged 'chase' by TCC

Incidents 06/02/2026, 16:49

In Volyn, the ombudsman has demanded an investigation into a car accident involving the TCC after a video of an alleged 'chase' was published. The agency denies the pursuit, claiming the driver lost control while trying to escape. 🚗💥👮‍♂️

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Back of Google Pixel Watch 5 prototype with sensors, found at the bottom of the ocean

Technology 06/02/2026, 16:39

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Snow-capped Himalayan peaks — the harsh environment where Tibetans have adapted to life at extreme altitudes

The Mystery of Survival on the Roof of the World: How Tibetans Defy Physics and Bear Healthy Children in Hypoxic Conditions

Science 06/02/2026, 16:29

Tibetans have learned to defy physics: scientists have revealed the secret of their survival at 3,500 meters. It turns out the key to bearing healthy children in hypoxic conditions is not thickening the blood, but a unique adaptation of hemoglobin. 🏔️🧬

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Jagger and Richards hint at a return: The Rolling Stones prepare for a new album and a possible tour in 2027

Culture 06/02/2026, 16:25

Mick Jagger and Keith Richards hinted at The Rolling Stones' return to the stage as early as 2027! 🎸 While the band prepares their 25th album "Foreign Tongues" featuring Paul McCartney and Robert Smith, fans are eagerly awaiting stadium concerts. 🎤🔥

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Volunteers in wetsuits and on a boat collect polluted objects on the shore of the Sea of Azov — a symbol of ecological disaster due to war

Ecological disaster on the Sea of Azov: how war destroys unique nature and changes ecosystems forever

Science 06/02/2026, 16:22

Scientists warn: war and occupation of the Sea of Azov have led to irreversible changes in the ecosystem. Rare bird species are disappearing, and pollution from oil products and sewage is poisoning food chains. 🔴🌊

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Journalists and editors of independent media work at computers, analyzing the impact of Google Zero on the industry

The End of the Click Era: How 'Google Zero' is Changing the Fate of Independent Media and Why Buryatia is Ready for Change

Technology 06/02/2026, 16:18

Sundar Pichai acknowledged the 'Google Zero' scenario: search engines will answer questions themselves without redirecting to websites. This puts the business models of independent media at risk. How are Buryatia and other regions adapting to the new reality?

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Article headline on Habr about DuckDuckGo and the AI disable button in Chrome and Firefox browsers

Escape from AI: DuckDuckGo gives users a button to 'turn off the neural network' in Chrome and Firefox

Technology 06/02/2026, 16:14

DuckDuckGo has released extensions for Chrome and Firefox with a 'turn off AI' button 🔌. This is a response to the aggressive integration of neural networks into Google Search: traffic for 'clean' search has tripled in a week 📈. Now users decide for themselves whether to chat with a bot or search for links 🤖❌.

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Two teenagers in a park inhaling vapor from e-cigarettes, illustrating the rise of vaping among youth in Germany

Sweet Smoke: Why Germany is Sounding the Alarm Over Teen Vaping

Health 06/02/2026, 16:10

Germany is recording a sharp rise in the popularity of vapes among teenagers: one in ten schoolchildren now smokes. Experts are sounding the alarm: sweet flavors create an illusion of safety but lead to strong addiction and cancer risks. 🚭🚫

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170 Million Scheme: How Funds Were Stolen from Energoatom During the Construction of the Tashlyk Pumped-Storage Power Plant

Politics 06/02/2026, 16:06

NABU and SAP uncovered a scheme to embezzle 170 million UAH from Energoatom during the construction of the Tashlyk PSPP. 💸 The scheme organizer and the former head of Atomprojectengineering are suspected of inflating prices through offshores. The organizer has already been detained. 🚨

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Vladimir Putin in deep thought, discussing budget issues and military expenditures

Budget Collapse: Putin Ignores Ministry of Finance Warnings and Demands New Funds for the War

Politics 06/02/2026, 16:04

The Russian budget deficit has exceeded critical forecasts, but Putin continues to demand funds for the war, ignoring warnings from the Ministry of Finance. Experts speak of the risks of stagnation and illusions of victory. 📉🇷🇺💸

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Google launches Operation 'Debug': how 32 million mosquitoes will save people from deadly viruses

Technology 06/02/2026, 15:59

Google is preparing a revolutionary experiment: the company plans to release 32 million mosquitoes in California and Florida to destroy their wild counterparts and stop the spread of deadly viruses. 🦟🚫 The method is safe for people and does not require chemicals. The EPA will soon deliver a verdict. 🇺🇸

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People setting up tents in a Kyiv metro vestibule during mass missile attacks, illustrating the debate over comfort and safety

Tents in Kyiv Metro: The Debate Over Comfort and Safety During Mass Attacks

Politics 06/02/2026, 15:56

🚨 A dispute has erupted in Kyiv over tents in the metro during air raids. Some complain about crowding, while others defend the right to comfort. Authorities promise inspections and the search for alternative shelters. #Kyiv #Metro #AirRaid

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