You can't wear bikini here anymore
and some disturbing news
You made it through the week, and that deserves a victory dance (or at least an enthusiastic head nod).
Before you dive into weekend mode, we’ve got some wild stories for you - bikinis getting banned, a shark bite survival tale, and a smoking fix that works in two minutes.
Now, let’s get into it! 🚀
📌 This tourist hotspot just banned bikinis
British tourists heading to Albufeira, Portugal, could face fines of up to £1,500 for wearing swimwear outside designated areas like beaches and hotel pools.
The crackdown is part of efforts to curb rowdy behavior and maintain the town’s family-friendly image.
The new rules also include £250 fines for street drinking outside bars and clubs.
Albufeira, known for its vibrant nightlife, sees a surge of young tourists each summer, prompting authorities to introduce stricter regulations.
📌 This 25-year-old is making smokers quit in just 2 minutes
Dalton Signor was frustrated by how many people around him, including his grandmother and teenage sister, struggled with smoking and vaping.
He realized that traditional nicotine patches and gums were too slow, relief takes 30 minutes, but cravings hit in just 11.
His startup, Miist Therapeutics, created an inhaler that delivers medication directly to the lungs for near-instant relief.
Initially skeptical, investor Zal Bilimoria changed his mind after seeing Phase I trial results, which showed a 92% craving reduction in just two minutes, a 10x improvement over current options.
Although Miist’s device functions like an inhaler, it looks and behaves like a vape, mimicking the psychological aspects of smoking. Instead of one large dose, it spreads medication over seven puffs to simulate a typical smoke break.
📌BTW, Russia won the war with Ukraine
Russia is reportedly gearing up to declare victory in its war against Ukraine, framing it as a win over both Ukraine and NATO.
According to Ukrainian intelligence, Putin is expected to make this announcement on February 24, 2025, the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion.
This comes amid growing diplomatic efforts to end the war, spearheaded by Donald Trump, but with concerns that a settlement could favor Russia.
📌 Ever wondered how it feels to be bitten by a shark? This man shares
Australian surfer Dave Pearson thought he was about to die when a nearly 10-foot bullshark attacked him in 2011.
While paddling out on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, he was suddenly hit with the force of a "freight train."
The shark's snout knocked him unconscious, and its powerful jaws clamped down on his left arm, tearing muscle off the bone and damaging tendons.
Despite losing 40% of his blood and nearly passing out, Pearson fought to survive.
With the help of friends and two strangers, he made it to shore, where they worked to stop the bleeding. Initially told his arm might need to be amputated, doctors miraculously saved it.
The attack left Pearson with trauma, including nightmares and sleepless nights. To help himself and others, he founded Bite Club, a private support group for shark attack survivors.
📌 These landlords are asking for sex instead of rent
Some international students in Ireland are being offered accommodation in exchange for sex.
Out of 512 students surveyed, 14 women and 8 men reported encountering such offers, mostly through social media.
The crisis is taking a toll on mental health, with more than half of respondents reporting negative impacts.
Without urgent action, Ireland risks damaging its reputation as a welcoming destination for international students.
📌 The torture that Ukrainian women endured during the war
Survivors describe being forced to march naked in freezing temperatures, endure brutal beatings, and suffer psychological torment.
Some were electrocuted during interrogations, deprived of food, and made to sing the Russian anthem while being humiliated.
Many were crammed into overcrowded cells and subjected to extreme physical punishment, including forced exercises and being shocked with cattle prods.
Guards appeared to take pleasure in inflicting pain, often assaulting prisoners without reason. Some women were sexually abused, while others were threatened with death and told Ukraine had been destroyed.
These brutalities likely violate the Geneva Conventions and highlight the severe risks female prisoners face.
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