Today’s topics

• Startup to sell sunlight at night

• Spanish village where clothing is a no-go

• Earth's hidden electric field

• Flying fish

  and more…

U.S. stock markets were closed on Monday, September 2, for Labor Day. On Friday, the Dow Jones climbed 228.03 points, or 0.55%, to a record high of 41,563.08, marking a strong end to a volatile month. The S&P 500 rose 1.01%, and the Nasdaq gained 1.13%. Investors also reviewed key inflation data closely watched by the Federal Reserve.

Ikea’s pajama party sets World Record with over 2,000 employees. Ikea has set a new Guinness World Record with 2,052 employees donning two-piece pajamas for the world's largest pajama party at its original store in Almhult, Sweden. This record-breaking event was part of Ikea's campaign to promote bedroom décor aimed at enhancing sleep quality. It seems the company's efforts to improve rest go well beyond just furniture!

Space-Age Sunlight: Reflect Orbital's Plan to Beam Solar Rays from Orbit

Reflect Orbital, a California startup, is making waves with its ambitious goal to sell sunlight and energy long after the sun has set. Their plan involves launching a satellite equipped with a giant mirror to reflect sunlight onto specific Earth locations, turning night into day at the flick of a cosmic switch. But while the idea is bright, many are still in the dark about how—or if—it will actually work. As reported by Mashable, Reflect Orbital is already taking applications to "reserve a spot of light."

Earth's hidden electric field, unlocking secrets of our atmosphere. NASA has confirmed the existence of a planet-wide electric field surrounding Earth, a theory proposed 60 years ago but recently verified by the Endurance mission. This ambipolar electric field, which sends fragments of our atmosphere into space, could provide crucial insights into the evolution and current behavior of our planet's atmosphere. The discovery highlights the electric field's significance, potentially on par with Earth's magnetic and gravitational fields.

Astronomer Jan Koet has captured a stunning cosmic peekaboo: Saturn gracefully emerging from behind the Moon. It's as if the universe is showing off, and we’re lucky enough to have front-row seats. Watch here

Lab-Grown Stem Cells: A New Frontier in Medical Treatment?

Lab-grown stem cells are shaping up to be a potential game-changer in treatment, offering a future with less dependence on donors. For the first time, human blood stem cells have been successfully created in a laboratory, potentially revolutionizing how we treat certain conditions. Though currently only tested in mice, these lab-grown cells showed promising results, transforming into functional bone marrow at levels comparable to those from umbilical cord blood transplants.

A new DNA defender: protein discovery could revolutionize health and agriculture. Researchers at Western University have identified a protein, DdrC, that can halt DNA damage in its tracks, a breakthrough that could lead to innovations from cancer vaccines to climate-resilient crops. Found in the resilient bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans—capable of surviving radiation levels 5,000 to 10,000 times higher than what would kill a human cell—this protein could unlock new possibilities in both medicine and agriculture. Lead researcher Robert Szabla highlights Deinococcus's exceptional ability to repair even the most severe DNA damage.

Whale Populations Soar: Calls for Disbandment of Protection Agency

Peter Bridgewater, former leader of the International Whaling Commission (IWC), argues that the organization should disband now that whale populations have rebounded impressively. Having played a crucial role in ending whaling in the 1980s, the IWC is now seen by Bridgewater as a “zombie institution” that has completed its mission. He believes the upcoming meeting should focus on voting to close the agency, acknowledging the success of its conservation efforts.

Breaking Waves: Record-Setting Swim Across Lake Geneva

Sam Farrow, 31, from Wigan, has set a new women’s record for the fastest swim across Lake Geneva. Covering a staggering 45.2 miles (72.8 km) from Château de Chillon to the Bains des Pâquis, she completed the feat in 22 hours and 48 minutes. During the marathon swim, Farrow had to tread water for every food and drink break, with snacks and carbs delivered via rope from the support boat—without any physical contact allowed.

Gliders of the Sea: the fascinating world of flying fish. Flying fish may not soar like birds, but their sleek, ray-finned bodies and highly modified pectoral fins make them masters of gliding. With speeds exceeding 35 miles (56 kilometers) an hour, they launch themselves out of the water, gliding up to 650 feet (200 meters) on their rigid “wings.” Their unevenly forked tails and streamlined bodies are perfect for reducing drag during these impressive aerial feats.

El Fonoll: the Spanish village where clothing is a no-go. Tucked away in the Catalan mountains, El Fonoll is a unique naturist community founded in 1998 by a visionary couple on the site of an abandoned village. Despite its strict no-clothing rule, it draws visitors from around the globe. "I will die in El Fonoll, naked but happy," says owner Emili Vives.

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