Magistrate Hsu of Hualien County will Lead a Delegation to the United States, Deepening Diplomacy and International Exchange Derrick Smith2024-02-2202K views Hualien, Taiwan (Merxwire) – Hualien County Magistrate Hsu Chen-wei will lead a delegation for an 8-day exchange trip to California, USA. The delegation comprises members from the Hualien County Government… Read more
Let’s See How Countries Around the World Celebrate the Lantern Festival Julie Howard2024-02-2101.9K views The Lantern Festival is approaching. This year’s Lantern Festival falls on February 24. On this day, traditional Chinese customs include carrying lanterns, eating glutinous rice balls, going out to enjoy… Read more
Latest Japanese Study: Sushi Dipped in Wasabi can Prevent Dementia Amélie Poulain2024-02-1801.9K views Eating sashimi dipped in “wasabi” not only adds a spiciness to the fresh fish, it also has a food science-based sterilizing effect, reducing the risk of eating raw fish. The latest research shows that adding “wasabi” to dishes can reduce the risk of dementia and improve the memory, attention, and language skills of the elderly. Read more
Urban Water Scarcity Predicted to Double by 2050 Julie Howard2024-02-1601.8K views The increasingly severe global water scarcity problem has garnered widespread attention from the international community. As the impact of climate change intensifies, the issue of water scarcity has evolved from… Read more
Research Highlights 30-Minute Exercise’s Role in Relieving Depressed Emotional State Derrick Smith2024-02-1001.9K views Studies reveal that exercise positively impacts blood flow, oxygen levels, neurotransmitters, and chemical responses, thereby offering relief from depression. Committing to just 30 minutes of exercise significantly boosts well-being. Washington,… Read more
The Most Googled Travel Destinations of 2023 are Released, Greece Tops Search List Amélie Poulain2024-02-0701.9K views Google announced the ranking of the top ten most searched travel destinations of 2023. The top five are Greece, Spain, Italy, Portugal and Croatia in southern Europe. Ranking 6 to 10 are the resort destinations of Cyprus, Thailand, Egypt, Malta and Morocco. You can put these places into your travel destination shortlist. Read more
Study Suggests a Connection Between Sleeping with Lights On and Elevated Weight Gain Derrick Smith2024-02-0402.7K views According to research published in JAMA Internal Medicine, women who regularly slept with lights on or engaged in TV watching before bedtime faced a 17% higher likelihood of gaining more… Read more
Is Sugary Coffee Unhealthy? Expert: You Can Add a Teaspoon of Sugar Julie Howard2024-01-2902.7K views Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages. Do you like coffee with sugar? Adding a teaspoon of sugar to your coffee will not affect its health benefits. But… Read more
Researchers Identify Numerous Pharmaceutical Traces in Global River Systems Derrick Smith2024-01-2601.5K views A report from the University of York in the UK highlights the contamination of the world’s rivers with residues of paracetamol, nicotine, caffeine, epilepsy, and diabetes drugs, indicating potential risks… Read more
Rainbow Diet: Unlocking Health Benefits Through Colorful Foods Derrick Smith2024-01-1601.4K views Different phytochemicals and nutrients will make food appear in different colors. If you choose colorful foods every day, you can get a variety of nutrients. Eating the right food and choosing the rainbow diet will keep you healthy, full of vitality, and prevent various diseases. Beautiful colorful food can also change your mood and make you feel happy. Read more