On Qingdao’s beaches, swimmers wear bright, full‑face hoods that hide everything but eyes, nose and mouth. The facekini began as practical jellyfish and sun protection, invented by accountant Zhang Shifan, but evolved into a symbol of Asia’s pale‑skin ideal and a surprising fashion statement. Today it ranges from plain UV shields to bold patterns and athletic balaclavas, showing how modesty and allure can swap places.

The highly anticipated Sparknify Human vs. AI Film Festival concluded dramatically on Saturday, May 17, 2025, announcing this year’s award winners during the Human vs. AI Award Gala at Plug and Play Tech Center in Silicon Valley. The festival showcased 14 finalist short films — half created by traditional filmmakers, half generated by AI —all judged blindly by a prestigious international jury with no knowledge of the creators’ identities.

On May 17, 2025, the Sparknify Human vs. AI Tech Fair and Film Festival will welcome attendees to an exhilarating showcase where technology and human spirit collide. Among the most anticipated exhibitors are two contrasting automotive giants: Tesla, a pioneer in AI-driven self-driving vehicles, and AlignTechs, an auto service provider known for celebrating the thrill and authenticity of human-driven exotic sports cars.