Lonely Planet Recently Announced the 10 Best Cities to Travel in 2024 Amélie Poulain2024-01-1901.3K views The well-known travel guide Lonely Planet recently announced the 10 best tourist cities in 2024. The ranking is Nairobi, Paris, Montreal, Mostar, Philadelphia, Manaus, Jakarta, Prague, Izmir and Kansas City. It is worthwhile for everyone to arrange a city trip in 2024 that is different from the past. Read more
Japan Issues Unusually High Temperatures Report, The Weather will Be Warm over The New Year Holidays Amélie Poulain2023-12-3001.4K views According to forecasts from the Japan Meteorological Agency, this New Year will usher in unusually high temperatures once in 10 years. The warm weather will continue for a week, with higher-than-normal temperatures possible across the country. In Kanto and the areas west of it, the maximum temperature will reach 15 degrees, and the high temperature in Tokyo may reach 18 degrees. Read more
The Water Level of “Lake Biwa” in Japan has Dropped, Which May Cause a Water shortage in the Kansai Region Amélie Poulain2023-12-2601.5K views Japan’s largest freshwater lake “Lake Biwa” has been affected by drought and a drastic drop in rainfall in the Kinki region in the past six months, and the lake level has continued to drop. The drop in water levels has changed the lake’s landscape and affected the livelihoods of surrounding fishermen. If the water level continues to drop, it may trigger a water shortage crisis in the Kansai region. Read more
Be Careful! Ultra-Processed Foods Make You Feel More Depressed Amélie Poulain2023-12-1501.4K views Because of their busy lives, modern people often choose convenient processed foods to satisfy their hunger quickly. Over time, it can easily lead to nutrient deficiencies and potential health problems. A study by Deakin University in Australia found that in addition to affecting physical health, eating ultra-processed foods also increases the risk of depression. Read more
Top 10 Travel Destinations Japanese Want to Visit during The New Year Holiday Amélie Poulain2023-12-0801.5K views After COVID-19 was downgraded to a seasonal flu level in Japan, many people began to arrange their first overseas trips after the epidemic to prepare for the New Year. Large travel companies recently announced a ranking of popular overseas travel destinations during the New Year holiday. The top three are Seoul, Taipei, and Hawaii. Read more
Black Friday Boosts Online Shopping Amidst Sluggish Retail Performance in the USA Amélie Poulain2023-12-0201.5K views After COVID-19 subsided, business and tourism exchanges became more frequent, U.S. consumer confidence gradually recovered, and consumer spending increased significantly. However, retail sales began to decline in October. On the contrary, the online shopping market has grown significantly due to the Black Friday shopping trend. Read more
2023 World’s Best Cities Rankings Released, London Gets First Place for 9 Years Amélie Poulain2023-11-2902.6K views The global brand consulting agency recently announced the 2024 World’s Best Cities rankings. London ranked first among the best cities for the ninth consecutive year, followed by Paris, New York, Tokyo, Japan, Singapore, Dubai, San Francisco, and Barcelona. Ghana, Amsterdam, and Seoul. Read more
World’s 20 Richest Countries Released, Singapore Tops the List Amélie Poulain2023-11-1802.1K views The 2023 World’s 20 Richest Countries ranking is released, with Singapore ranking first with a 2023 GDP of US$157,354. Followed by Luxembourg, Qatar, Ireland, and the United Arab Emirates in fifth place. Taiwan lists 12th in this ranking due to its developed consumer electronics industry. Read more
Study Confirms Standing More and Sitting Less may Reduce the Risk of Dementia Amélie Poulain2023-11-0701.7K views Many people sit in front of computers for a long time due to work, and some people regard watching TV as an important entertainment in life. The latest research in JAMA shows that adults over 60 years old who sit for more than 10 hours a day will have a rapid increase in the risk of dementia. Sitting for more than 15 hours increases the risk of dementia by three times. Read more
Doctors Advise Against Eating too Much Processed Food to Avoid Affecting Brain Function Amélie Poulain2023-11-0201.3K views The brain controls our thoughts, emotions, and memories. It is very important to us. Modern life is filled with many delicious processed foods and excessive intake may damage our brains, affecting intelligence, reflexes, and the ability to regulate emotions. Read more