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An experiment involving 37 measurements revealed that quantum physics is stranger than previously thought.

An experiment involving 37 measurements revealed that quantum physics is stranger than previously thought.

The quest to uncover the most paradoxical quantum states of particles has led physicists to design a remarkable experiment.
The main secret of polar bears revealed: why ice doesn't stick to their fur (photos).

The main secret of polar bears revealed: why ice doesn't stick to their fur (photos).

Researchers believe they have identified the elusive secret ingredient that protects animal fur from ice adhesion.
Astronomers have found a massive asteroid with a high likelihood of colliding with Earth.

Astronomers have found a massive asteroid with a high likelihood of colliding with Earth.

A 60-meter asteroid, 2024 YR4, may collide with our planet in December 2032.
Masha Kondratenko: At Eurovision, I want to showcase not just strength, but also vulnerability.

Masha Kondratenko: At Eurovision, I want to showcase not just strength, but also vulnerability.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, singer Masha Kondratenko discussed topics such as "sharovarshchina" and meme songs, as well as Tina Karol, Artem Pivovarov, the deeper meanings of contest songs, and Eurovision. She also touched upon the competition and the show "The Voice of Ukraine."
Yulia Zhovtyak, Employment Service: Those who work with their hands can earn 100,000 hryvnias or more.

Yulia Zhovtyak, Employment Service: Those who work with their hands can earn 100,000 hryvnias or more.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, the director of the State Employment Service, Yulia Zhovtyak, discusses significant imbalances in the labor market during the war, issues related to informal employment, inflated salaries, and a shortage of personnel. She also addresses the employment of veterans, individuals with disabilities, and pensioners, the increasing presence of women in traditionally male professions, and the conditions for the reintegration of refugees.
In a year, just over 11,000 people visit the Gates of the Arctic: where are they headed?

In a year, just over 11,000 people visit the Gates of the Arctic: where are they headed?

Researchers have identified a park that attracted just over 11,000 visitors in a year and explained the reasons behind its low traveler turnout.
The first-ever photographed black hole is undergoing changes: what astronomers have discovered (photo).

The first-ever photographed black hole is undergoing changes: what astronomers have discovered (photo).

Researchers utilized data on the variations of the accretion disk surrounding the supermassive black hole M87* to draw conclusions about its orientation and mass.
Historian Anatoly Podolsky: The Stalinist dictatorship is also accountable for the Holocaust orchestrated by the Nazis.

Historian Anatoly Podolsky: The Stalinist dictatorship is also accountable for the Holocaust orchestrated by the Nazis.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed annually on January 27, marking the liberation of the prisoners at the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz in the Polish town of Oświęcim in 1945. On this day, we honor the millions of Jews and other victims of Nazi terror, aiming to preserve the memory of this tragedy and to prevent such horrors from happening again in the future. Historian Anatoly Podolsky spoke with RBC-Ukraine about the Holocaust tragedy, Soviet censorship, and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.
Future Drones: Which Technologies Will Transform Warfare by 2025?

Future Drones: Which Technologies Will Transform Warfare by 2025?

According to analysts, in January of this year, Russia lost its advantage over Ukraine in tanks and armored vehicles on certain frontlines for the first time in 35 months of conflict. But what lies ahead? Fiber-optic FPV, swarms of drones, and ground robotic systems: which technologies will set the trend on the battlefield in 2025? This is explored in a report by RBK-Ukraine.
Argue effectively: how parents can connect with teenagers when their perspectives differ.

Argue effectively: how parents can connect with teenagers when their perspectives differ.

The challenges that teenagers face in their relationships with their parents often stem from differences in life experiences. These issues can be exacerbated by contrasting worldviews, a lack of emotional closeness, and insufficient mutual understanding. How can we improve communication, address these communication issues, and prevent them from arising? A psychologist shares insights with RBC Ukraine.
Anton Motolko, founder of "Belarusian Hayun," states that Belarus is under double occupation.

Anton Motolko, founder of "Belarusian Hayun," states that Belarus is under double occupation.

Read about the potential for overthrowing Lukashenko's regime in Belarus, the relationship between the Belarusian dictator and Putin, ongoing propaganda and relentless repression, the "Oreshnik" project, and the presence of nuclear weapons in Belarus in the interview with Anton Motolko, the founder of the "Belarusian Hayun" project.
One of the most famous stars in the Milky Way is set to disappear, offering a unique opportunity to gain insights into our Solar System (photo).

One of the most famous stars in the Milky Way is set to disappear, offering a unique opportunity to gain insights into our Solar System (photo).

Sometimes, the disappearance of a distant star from view can assist scientists in unraveling the history of our immediate cosmic surroundings.
"Currently, the war has reached a turning point." Scouts from the "Rubizh" brigade discuss their missions at the front, the TCC, and mobilization efforts.

"Currently, the war has reached a turning point." Scouts from the "Rubizh" brigade discuss their missions at the front, the TCC, and mobilization efforts.

Reconnaissance units are essential on the front lines: they gather intelligence on enemy positions, equipment, and movements, conduct surveillance to adjust fire, and carry out strikes on enemy positions. RBC-Ukraine spoke with three scouts from the Rapid Response Brigade "Rubezh" of the National Guard of Ukraine about their responsibilities, motivations for fighting, and interactions with civilians.
A peculiar quasi-satellite of Earth has been named after the goddess of door hinges (photo).

A peculiar quasi-satellite of Earth has been named after the goddess of door hinges (photo).

In addition to the Moon, our planet has quasisatellites, one of which was officially named 21 years after its discovery.
NASA's rover has found evidence of liquid water on Mars' surface (see photo).

NASA's rover has found evidence of liquid water on Mars' surface (see photo).

Recent findings indicate that the Curiosity rover has uncovered remnants of an ancient lake that was filled with liquid water billions of years ago.
Fitness trainer Viktor Mandzyak: We burn the most calories while at rest.

Fitness trainer Viktor Mandzyak: We burn the most calories while at rest.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, fitness trainer and nutritionist Viktor Mandzyak discussed the necessity of sports for weight loss, the most effective types of workouts, why Ozempic is not as harmful as it is often portrayed, the impact of sleep on weight, and whether counting calories is essential for losing weight.
The remnant of a sun-like star reveals the secrets of the famous Ring Nebula, as shown in stunning new images.

The remnant of a sun-like star reveals the secrets of the famous Ring Nebula, as shown in stunning new images.

Scientists have determined the precise shape of the Ring Nebula, revealing that it is not circular and conceals an invisible object within.
"After us, no one was pulled out from there": a 'cyborg's' memories of the final days of the Donetsk airport defense.

"After us, no one was pulled out from there": a 'cyborg's' memories of the final days of the Donetsk airport defense.

Every year on January 20, we honor the Ukrainian soldiers who defended Donetsk Airport for 242 days. It was on this day in 2015 that pro-Russian militants detonated explosives at the new terminal where the defenders were stationed. Despite this attack, our military continued to resist until January 23. Due to their heroic defense of the airport, Ukrainian fighters earned the nickname "cyborgs." In the battles for the airport, 100 of our defenders lost their lives, and around 300 more sustained injuries.
A "panic button" for Earth has been discovered in the Arctic: it's warming seven times faster than the rest of the planet (video).

A "panic button" for Earth has been discovered in the Arctic: it's warming seven times faster than the rest of the planet (video).

In a recent study, artificial intelligence analyzed millions of images of the Arctic and uncovered a concerning trend.
"Titan's Eye": Two decades ago, a probe landed on Saturn's moon, capturing stunning images for the first time. (photo)

"Titan's Eye": Two decades ago, a probe landed on Saturn's moon, capturing stunning images for the first time. (photo)

The "Huygens" probe made history by landing on the surface of a world located in the outer Solar System for the first time.
"Dead man's fingers" on decaying wood are far more dangerous than they appear: insights from scientists (photos).

"Dead man's fingers" on decaying wood are far more dangerous than they appear: insights from scientists (photos).

Researchers have revealed the true dangers posed by a creepy-looking fungus that can be found in the middle of the forest.
Many will have a chance: researchers have developed a test to predict the success of immunotherapy for cancer.

Many will have a chance: researchers have developed a test to predict the success of immunotherapy for cancer.

Cancer is a treacherous and life-threatening illness that does not always respond to various treatment methods. However, recent advancements by scientists have led to the development of a technique to identify individuals who are most likely to benefit from one of these treatments.
FIЇNKA: They can't occupy us or take us away; it's simply impossible.

FIЇNKA: They can't occupy us or take us away; it's simply impossible.

In an interview with RBK-Ukraine, singer FIЇNKA discussed the National Selection for Eurovision, the influence of song lyrics on Russification, language controversies, and Ukrainian identity. She also shared insights about her relationship with her husband, the challenges artists face with bookings, and her approach to raising her son.
Elon Musk's megaraft Starship exploded during a test flight. Check out the video!

Elon Musk's megaraft Starship exploded during a test flight. Check out the video!

The seventh test flight of the world's most powerful rocket, developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, did not go entirely as planned, but it wasn't all bad.
The extinction of dinosaurs on Earth: scientists made a key mistake, but what does the smell of eggs have to do with it?

The extinction of dinosaurs on Earth: scientists made a key mistake, but what does the smell of eggs have to do with it?

Researchers believe they have identified a crucial factor in the extinction of giant predators that had previously been overlooked.
"No NATO here; I'm a mason from Denmark." Why are foreigners fighting for Ukraine, and what do they think about Russians?

"No NATO here; I'm a mason from Denmark." Why are foreigners fighting for Ukraine, and what do they think about Russians?

Thousands of volunteers from various countries have expressed their desire to join the defense of Ukrainian territory following Russia's invasion. Many of these fighters lack military experience. Those willing to enlist in the Ukrainian army from abroad have been organized into the International Legion, overseen by the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR). RBC-Ukraine spoke with two legion fighters who traveled to Ukraine from Norway and Denmark.
After 12 years of mapping the Milky Way, the Gaia space telescope has completed its mission, but this is just the beginning of new discoveries.

After 12 years of mapping the Milky Way, the Gaia space telescope has completed its mission, but this is just the beginning of new discoveries.

Although the European Space Agency's telescope has ceased its scientific operations, researchers will continue to analyze the data collected for a long time and make new discoveries.
The Earth's core flow is slowing down and may soon collapse: scientists have debunked this theory (photo).

The Earth's core flow is slowing down and may soon collapse: scientists have debunked this theory (photo).

In a recent study, researchers found that the critical ocean currents have not actually diminished over the past 60 years—previous conclusions were incorrect.
A massive black hole has been discovered in the early universe, emitting a beam of energy directly toward us.

A massive black hole has been discovered in the early universe, emitting a beam of energy directly toward us.

The newly discovered blazar is the oldest known to astronomers, with a mass 700 million times that of the Sun.
Message from Darth Vader: A supergiant has been discovered in the ocean wearing its iconic "helmet" (photos included).

Message from Darth Vader: A supergiant has been discovered in the ocean wearing its iconic "helmet" (photos included).

Researchers have discovered a new, incredibly large species of marine bugs, naming it after Darth Vader from "Star Wars."