Mother’s Day Is Coming: “Gifts” Remain the Top Concern for People in Japan and Around the World Ferre Keira2026-05-0701.8K views As Mother’s Day approaches, many people are once again wondering what to give their mothers. According to a Japanese survey and Google Trends search data, “gifts” remain the most searched… Read more
AI Boom Continues as Global Market Forecast to Reach USD 3.4 Trillion by 2033 Derrick Smith2026-05-070622 views Driven by significant capital investment and enterprise adoption, the AI market continues to expand, with its scale projected to reach USD 3.4 trillion by 2033. The rising usage of generative… Read more
Unmanned Stores Rapidly Expand Across Japan, From Chains to Independent Businesses Ferre Keira2026-05-0701.9K views Amid labor shortages and rising personnel costs, unmanned stores are rapidly gaining ground in Japan. From large retail chains to independently operated shops, businesses across industries are adopting this new… Read more
Japan’s Ready-Made Meal Market Grows 1.5 Times in 20 Years Ferre Keira2026-05-0701.8K views Japan’s ready-made meal (sozai) market continues to expand as dual-income households rise and demographic changes reshape consumer behavior. The market is projected to grow 1.5 times over the past two… Read more
2026 World’s Best Cities Ranking Released: London Named Best City for the 11th Consecutive Year Julie Howard2026-05-070187 views The latest Global Top 100 Best Cities report has been released, with London, United Kingdom, once again demonstrating remarkable strength by securing the top position for the 11th consecutive year.… Read more
Global Life Expectancy: Monaco Tops at 86 While Nigeria Lags at 55 Audrey Hazel2026-05-070678 views While global life expectancy is on the rise, disparities between countries remain significant. The advantages enjoyed by long-lived nations in healthcare and living conditions stand in stark contrast to the… Read more
Global Home Appliance Market Set to Reach USD 1.38 Trillion by 2034 Julie Howard2026-05-070157 views Small appliances are becoming a key trend in home living upgrades. The global home appliance market is expected to reach USD 1.38 trillion by 2034, with air fryers, coffee machines,… Read more
International Bubble Tea Day on April 30 Highlights Taiwan’s Global Beverage Culture Boom Ferre Keira2026-04-3002.1K views Today marks International Bubble Tea Day, a global celebration of Taiwan’s bubble tea culture, which continues to gain international attention and showcase its cross-border cultural and culinary influence. TAIPEI, TAIWAN… Read more
WMO Warns El Niño Could Return by May as Global Extreme Weather Risks Rise Derrick Smith2026-04-300793 views According to the WMO’s latest report, a clear warming trend has been observed in the equatorial Pacific Ocean. El Niño could return as early as May to July this year,… Read more
Beverage Industry Sees Volume Growth but Continues to Face Rising Costs Julie Howard2026-04-300245 views Rising temperatures and takeaway demand are boosting beverage sales, but higher packaging, logistics, and energy costs are putting pressure on profits, making gradual price increases increasingly common. HOUSTON, TX (MERXWIRE)… Read more