Ultra-rare half-coloured lobster found
A fishing boat off Cape Cod has caught an extremely rare split-coloured lobster, estimated to be a 1 in 50 million find. The lobster, discovered on April 16, by the vessel Timothy Michael, has a striking half-and-half appearance caused by a rare genetic variation.
The Wellfleet Shellfish Company donated the lobster to the Woods Hole Science Aquarium, where it will eventually be displayed to the public. For now, it is being cared for at a nearby marine laboratory until the aquarium reopens after renovations.
22,000+ drones sets record in sky show
A Chinese tech company has set a new world record by flying 22,580 drones at once in a massive light show. The display, on February 3, 2026, in Hefei, used AI-powered swarm technology to control the drones as one unit without collisions.
The show featured detailed 3D patterns, including lanterns and cityscapes, highlighting advances in drone technology. About 25 drones failed to launch, but the remaining fleet was enough to secure a Guinness World Record.
Such events showcase China’s growing leadership in drone innovation.
Rare glowing fire worms spotted in California waters
A photographer in California captured rare footage of bioluminescent fire worms glowing in Long Beach’s Colorado Lagoon. The video, recorded around 8 pm, shows the worms lighting up the water in a brief natural display.
Experts say this is only the second time such fire worms have been filmed in the area. They appear during specific moon phases, with females creating glowing trails to attract mates.
The display lasts about 30 minutes before the worms disappear back to the seabed.
14-year-old builds jet engine from scratch
While many teens spend time on games, 14-year-old Che Jingang in China is building a working turbojet engine by hand. His interest began in kindergarten with paper planes, later growing into a serious study of aeronautics.
By third grade, he had taught himself calculus, aerodynamics and design software like CAD and SolidWorks.
Instead of copying online designs, Che chose to create his own engine, carefully designing each part and using simulations to study airflow, temperature and pressure.
He shared his progress on Douyin, where other enthusiasts offered advice and even helped with 3D-printing parts. Within six months, he built a prototype, but the first test failed due to design issues.
Learning from his mistakes, Che is now working on an improved version of his jet engine.
Published in Dawn, Young World, May 16th, 2026
