110-year-old lobster released back to sea

Peter’s Clam restaurant in Long Island released a 21-pound lobster named Lorenzo — estimated to be 110 years old — back into the ocean to mark National Lobster Day and Father’s Day.

Owner Butch Yamali said Lorenzo had lived at the restaurant for years and became a local favourite. “He became like a pet,” Yamali shared, adding that releasing him felt like the right thing to do.

Lorenzo was ceremonially “pardoned” by local officials before being released at Atlantic Beach Reef. “He’s now living his best life — clawing his way to freedom,” the restaurant posted.

A pink fridge in a desert

A working pink refrigerator in the middle of Namibia’s Namib Desert has become a viral tourist attraction and a modern twist on the desert oasis.

Installed by the Namibian government’s tourist board, the solar-powered fridge is stocked daily with free drinks like water and iced tea to refresh passing travellers.

Located about 20 minutes off the main road, the Barbie-pink fridge sits beside a small metal table and chairs, offering a surreal yet welcome sight in one of the world’s driest deserts.

Though initially met with scepticism, the quirky installation has gained international attention, drawing visitors eager to experience this Instagram-famous desert surprise.

World record set with 11,787 drone light show

Recently, Chongqing, China, set a new Guinness World Record by staging the world’s largest drone light show with 11,787 synchronised drones.

The “Charming Chongqing” event in downtown featured dazzling aerial displays of flowers, skylines, and cultural symbols.

Each drone’s movement was meticulously calculated by engineers, with countless rehearsals ensuring the complex visuals were flawlessly executed.

Beyond entertainment, the event highlighted Chongqing’s leadership in drone cluster technology and its role as a major hub for drone innovation and manufacturing.

Man dies after using a rusty thermos for 10 years

A Taiwanese man died from severe lead poisoning and pneumonia after using the same rusty thermos for over a decade, despite visible signs of corrosion.

Doctors discovered the man had regularly stored acidic drinks like coffee, tea and juice in the degraded container, leading to heavy metal contamination. His weakened immune system made him vulnerable to a fatal lung infection.

Health experts urge the public to use food-safe, rust-resistant containers — preferably 304 stainless steel — avoid storing acidic beverages long-term, clean them properly and replace them every two to three years.

Published in Dawn, Young World, July 19th, 2025