Japanese Average Life Expectancy Always Ranks First, Revealing Their Longevity Secret Amélie Poulain2024-03-0703.2K views The survey shows that Japan is the country with the longest life expectancy and average life expectancy of the population, with an overall life expectancy of 83.7 years. Among them, the average life expectancy of women is 87.1 years, ranking first. The average male life expectancy ranks third among men in the world. Experts believe the reason why the Japanese live longer is related to their healthy eating habits and progressive medical care. Read more
Seven Things You Need to Know Before Taking a Cruise Trip Julie Howard2024-03-0501.5K views The popularity of cruise travel stems from several reasons. On one hand, it offers a comfortable and luxurious vacation experience, including exquisite dining, luxury accommodations, and diverse entertainment facilities. On… Read more
The Seto Inland Sea: From Industrial Hub to Art Tourism Destination Audrey Hazel2024-02-2902.3K views The Seto Inland Sea’s coastal areas, once industrial hubs, are now thriving art tourism destinations following successful revitalization efforts. Today, the Seto Inland Sea boasts nostalgic fishing village charm, natural… Read more
Magistrate Hsu of Hualien County will Lead a Delegation to the United States, Deepening Diplomacy and International Exchange Derrick Smith2024-02-2202.2K 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 Howard2024-02-2102.1K 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 Poulain2024-02-1802.2K 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 Howard2024-02-1601.9K 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 Smith2024-02-1002.1K 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 Poulain2024-02-0702.2K 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 Smith2024-02-0402.9K 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