Stuff They Don't Want You To Know Strange News: New Statues on Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Plane Heists, Allegations of Brain Rot in English Dictionaries
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Aug 25, 2025 Chinese scientists have developed a robot that can carry a human fetus to term, raising ethical dilemmas about reproductive technology. A California man's Cessna is repeatedly stolen, leading to humorous encounters in the aviation community. New statues have been discovered on Rapa Nui, sparking discussions on cultural significance. Language experts argue over new slang terms and the impact of recent phrases on dictionaries, with concerns about 'brain rot' affecting language comprehension. It's a wild mix of innovation, oddities, and societal reflections!
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Statue Found Because Environment Dried Up
- The discovery of a new moai on Rapa Nui came from a dried lake bed exposed by drying conditions.
- Environmental degradation can reveal archaeological finds even as it signals climate harm.
China's 'Pregnancy Robot' Raises Stakes
- Chinese researchers are developing a pregnancy robot with synthetic uteruses and umbilical-like tubes to carry fetuses to term.
- The device could lower surrogate costs and raise ethical, regulatory, and enhancement concerns.
Regulation Will Shape Pregnancy Bots
- Monitor regulatory decisions closely because real-world use depends more on policy than technology readiness.
- Consider ethical safeguards before adopting or promoting gestational machines.
