Odd News Roundup: Legal Actions, DJ Priests, and Smiling Robots

The latest odd news includes the CPA planning legal action against a fan who threw chips at cyclists during the Tour de France. Portuguese priest Guilherme Peixoto is using electronic dance music to spread hope, and Japanese scientists have made a robotic face 'smile' with living skin tissue.

Devdiscourse News Desk

Updated: 18-07-2024 10:29 IST | Created: 18-07-2024 10:29 IST

The Professional Cyclists' Association (CPA) has announced plans for legal action against a fan who disrupted Tour de France stage 14 by throwing chips at cyclists Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard. The incident occurred as Pogacar was charging up the last stretch of Pla d’Adet.

In Portugal, priest Guilherme Peixoto has gained international fame by playing electronic dance music in his local village and around the world. His unique approach aims to spread a message of hope through music, attracting audiences of all ages.

Meanwhile, Japanese scientists at the University of Tokyo have achieved a breakthrough by making a robotic face 'smile' using living skin tissue. This innovative development could have significant applications in cosmetics and medicine.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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