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"Shark attack 'secret weapon' and the first case of bird flu in a child in the U.S.: today's top news highlights."

Top News from November 26: The world bids farewell to the oldest man, the Australian desert reveals the mystery of an ancient "scar," and scientists discover a method to deter sharks.
«Секретное оружие» против акул и первый случай птичьего гриппа у ребенка в США: главные новости на сегодня.

At the age of 112 years and 91 days, the world's oldest man has passed away

On November 25, in Southport, United Kingdom, John Tinniswood, the oldest man on the planet, passed away at the age of 113. His family shared that he left this world surrounded by music and care. Tinniswood, born in 1912, has entered history as one of the longest-lived men in the UK.

A man discovered a "scar" in the Australian desert via Google Maps. Scientists have now identified its cause

Using Google Maps, a user spotted a strange mark in the Nullarbor Desert, which later turned out to be the result of a powerful tornado. Researchers determined that this phenomenon occurred in November 2022: the tornado left a massive "scar" on the ground. The area was so remote that no one noticed the tornado until its traces were discovered from space.

The first case of H5N1 bird flu infection in a child has been reported in the USA

In California, the first case of a child being infected with the H5N1 virus has been recorded. Despite the alarm, the illness was mild, and follow-up testing confirmed recovery. Experts have not yet been able to determine how the virus was transmitted to the minor.

Researchers uncover "secret weapon" against shark attacks

Scientists from Australia have discovered that LED lights on the underside of a surfboard can deter sharks. These predators tend to attack dark objects against a light background, and the illumination confuses them. Researchers emphasize that this discovery could save many lives of water sports enthusiasts.

Whale deaths from ship collisions are becoming a global issue: scientists raise the alarm

Marine vessels cross 91% of whale migration habitats, leading to numerous collisions. Scientists have identified hazardous areas where the risk of accidents is particularly high, but preventive measures are hardly implemented anywhere. The greatest threat has been recorded in the Indian Ocean and near the Azores Islands.