Record High Pork Prices in Japan Due to Heatwave, Yen Depreciation, and Inflation Ferre Keira2024-08-0805.7K views The combination of intense heat, yen depreciation, and rising prices has driven Japan’s wholesale pork prices to a record high, with the cost per kilogram surpassing 700 yen. This surge… Read more
Taiwan’s Tech Industry Rises as a ‘Global AI Hub’ with TEJ Data Showing Electronics Sector Growth and Institutional Investment Trends Derrick Smith2024-08-0702K views TAIPEI, TAIWAN (Merxwire) – Driven by AI stocks, Taiwan’s stock market surged 28% in the first half of 2024, surpassing 23,000 points and outpacing Nasdaq and the S&P 500. According… Read more
The Manpower Shortage is Serious, especially The Medical and Transportation Industry Amélie Poulain2024-08-0102.9K views The world’s labor shortage has become a trend. According to a survey by a well-known human resources company, the industry with the most labor shortage in Taiwan in the third quarter was the healthcare and life sciences industry. Ranking second is the transportation and logistics industry and the automobile industry. Ranked third are industrial and materials companies. Read more
Breakthrough in Artificial Seedling Technology Promises Relief Amid Record High Japanese Eel Prices Ferre Keira2024-07-2302.6K views As the price of eel in Japan hits a record high, research on the cultivation of artificial eel seedlings has received good news. The cost has dropped by 95% (about… Read more
The United Nations Predicts that the Global Population will Reach 10.3 Billion by 2080 Julie Howard2024-07-1802.1K views The United Nations 2024 World Population Prospects Report, a crucial document for understanding the future of our planet, indicates that the global population will reach nearly 8.2 billion by 2024.… Read more
Domestic and Overseas Sales of Japanese Ice Cream Hit Record Highs, With Taiwan Purchasing the Most Ferre Keira2024-07-1403.8K views Domestic and overseas sales of Japanese ice cream hit a record high in 2023, with total sales reaching 608.2 billion yen. Among them, the export destination sales rankings are Taiwan,… Read more
Japanese Secret to Longevity: Eat More Small Fish Julie Howard2024-07-1301.8K views Japanese research shows that women regularly eating small fish have significantly reduced all-cause and cancer mortality. Experts believe incorporating small fish into their daily diet may be an effective way… Read more
Which Country has the Most Thriving People at Work? The Top 3 are all Nordic Countries Amélie Poulain2024-07-0902.4K views According to the 2024 Global Workplace Situation Survey, about 34% of respondents are thriving at work, 58% of respondents feel like they are struggling at work, and 8% of respondents believe that they are suffering at work. The top three countries with the highest proportion of people who feel they are energetic at work are Finland, Denmark and Iceland. Read more
Consuming 7 Grams of Olive Oil Daily may Protect the Heart and Brain and Reduce Inflammation Julie Howard2024-06-3001.4K views Olive oil is rich in antioxidants and a vital component of the Mediterranean diet. Current research has found that replacing saturated fats with olive oil can reduce the risk of… Read more
Japan Birth Rate Drops Again, Labor Shortage Affects Railway Safety Amélie Poulain2024-06-2401.9K views The latest data shows that the number of newborns in Japan has declined for eight consecutive years and hit a new low in 2023. The number of deaths is higher than the number of births for the 17th consecutive year and is twice the number of newborns. The total population is shrinking naturally, and the labor force is declining yearly, affecting the national economy. Read more