Environmentally Friendly Straws May not be As Healthy As You Think Julie Howard2023-09-0802.2K views Scientists have shown that global plastic pollution is approaching an irreversible tipping point. Recycling and cleaning technology alone are not enough. Only by reducing use can we effectively control plastic… Read more
Earning 6.8 Trillion Yen in 3 Months, the Consumption of Tourists in Japan Has Increased by 11 Times Ferre Keira2023-09-0301.9K views Japan’s tourism revenue and visitor numbers hit new post-pandemic highs. The Japan Tourism Agency announced that from April to June, domestic travel consumption in Japan reached 5.5963 billion yen, an increase of 27.7% compared to last year. Spending by foreign tourists reached 1,205.2 billion yen, 11.5 times that of the previous year’s period. Read more
Living in Japan is Not Easy! The Average Annual Salary is Only 4.43 Million Yen Amélie Poulain2023-09-0309.9K views Japan is one of the countries where many people yearn to go to work. In recent years, the prices have risen, but the salary level has not risen proportionally, so life has become more difficult. The average annual private salary announced by the Japanese National Tax Agency is 4.43 million yen, and it is more likely to reach this level after the age of 35, which makes many people feel great pressure in life. Read more
Research Supports the Idea that Practicing Gratitude Enhances Happiness Derrick Smith2023-08-2901.5K views Scientific research has unequivocally demonstrated that gratitude contributes to the augmentation of positive emotions and overall happiness, concurrently mitigating depressive tendencies and bolstering life contentment. Washington, D.C. (Merxwire) – Are… Read more
This July is Super Hot! Experts Worry that the Future Will Get Hotter and Hotter Julie Howard2023-08-2601.8K views According to data from the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), July was the hottest month on record. Compared with the record set in 2019, it is about one-third… Read more
A New Study Finds Milk to be More Nutritious Than Plant-based Milk Julie Howard2023-08-2401.5K views Most plant-based milk is lower in protein than cow’s milk, and nearly a third are also deficient in calcium and vitamin D. If you are a person who needs calcium… Read more
New Study Found Costa Rican sloth fur may Harbor Superbugs Solution Amélie Poulain2023-08-1603.4K views In recent years, due to improper treatment or overuse of antibiotics, bacteria and microorganisms have continued to evolve, becoming resistant to existing antibiotics, and then evolving into “superbugs” that cannot be resisted. Scientists have discovered that sloth fur may harbor antibiotic-producing bacteria, which may provide a solution to the crisis. Read more
Induce Positive Feelings with Tryptophan-Rich Food Discoveries Derrick Smith2023-08-1401.5K views Tryptophan is recognized as the “happiness hormone,” facilitating the augmentation of serotonin and melatonin levels, thereby contributing to improved sleep quality and emotional well-being. Apart from the oral route, individuals… Read more
Traveler’s Choice: Mexico and Japan Cities Shine in U.S. Magazine Survey Derrick Smith2023-08-1102K views According to the “Travel+Leisure” survey of the readers’ favorite travel cities in 2023, Mexico and Japan collectively secured five top ten positions. The cities of these two countries attract a… Read more
Why Father’s Day Is Different Around the World Julie Howard2023-08-0701.9K views Father’s Day is a day to thank fathers. Father’s Day varies from country to country due to historical background or cultural customs, but no matter what day, everyone will give… Read more