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"Not a Flood, but 'Made into a Flood'" — Anger and Solidarity Swirl in South Asia's Summer: The Underlying Impact Behind Pakistan's Devastating Monsoon Floods

The monsoon rains that struck Pakistan from late June to late July 2025 were found to have increased by 10-15% due to human-induced warming,...

"The Island Being Taken from Within" — The True Nature of the "Invisible Invasion" Shaking Taiwan: Reasons for Growing Anxiety Towards China

In Taiwan, there is growing concern over a scenario where Beijing infiltrates "from within" using political, economic, and informational...

McDonald's × Mercari - Forming a "Tag Team" to Prevent Reselling: A Thorough Explanation of the Happy Meal "Pokémon" Starting August 8 and the Weekend-Exclusive "Pokéca" Distribution

On August 7, 2025, McDonald's Japan announced a new initiative in collaboration with major flea market app Mercari to address the resale...

"Over 172 Types of Diseases Caused by 'Sleep Disorders'—A Manual for Overcoming 'Bad Habits' Learned from the Latest Large-Scale Research"

A large cohort study involving 88,000 participants from the UK Biobank, published in the academic journal Health Data Science in July 2025,...

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Final Day: Thoroughly Check Discounts on Apple Products from MacBook to AirPods

The large-scale sale "Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2025," coinciding with India's Independence Day, will conclude today, August...

A Big Hit Among Visitors to Japan! Behind the Rapid Expansion of Lawson's In-Store "Crane Game"

The in-store crane game at Lawson, which started from a single location in Kyoto, has rapidly expanded to 852 stores nationwide in just three...

Google Pixel 10 Revolutionizes Camera Experience: Full Details on Gemini-Integrated "Camera Coach" and Conversational Photo Editing

At the "Made by Google" event scheduled for August 20, 2025, the Pixel 10 series is expected to be officially announced, with a clear...

The Great Barrier Reef Crisis: Rapid Coral Decline and Its Impact — The Underwater Risk Facing a Tourism Giant

The coral cover of Australia's Great Barrier Reef has recorded the largest annual decline in 39 years of observation. In the north, 25% was...

"250% Tariffs on Both Drugs and Chips"—A Night When Trump's "Bombshell" Shook the Global Market: Attention Turns to Next Week's Announcement

In an interview with CNBC on August 5, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to introduce new tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors...

The Truth About Social Learning Taught by Mother and Child Chimpanzees - From Mom, Not Dad!? The Roots of "Language" Imprinted in Primates - The Lineage of Learning That Connects to Humans

A recent study※1 on 22 chimpanzees in Uganda's Kibale National Park has revealed that their communication styles (a combination of...

The Amazing Role of Hornets: More Than Just Stinging! The "Insect x Medical" Revolution Pioneered by Hornets

Hornets and paper wasps are often branded as "dangerous," but they actually provide three significant benefits: pest control,...

The Day the "Cloud Warring States Period" Was Set in Motion with the Birth of the Strongest Tag Team: What Are the Implications of OpenAI Models Finally Being Unleashed on AWS?

On August 5th, OpenAI announced its first open-weight LLM, "gpt-oss-20b/120b." On the same day, AWS revealed that it would offer both...

Is it Safe to Cool Watermelons in the River?—The Hidden Hygiene Risks in Fun Summer Activities and the Correct Measures Recommended by a Registered Dietitian

Chilling a whole watermelon by the riverside during summer is a classic Japanese leisure activity, but it actually harbors potential health risks....

Why Does a "Children's Lunch" Have a Flag? — The Message of "Achievement" and "Hope" from the Chef

Gold Price: Challenging a Key Resistance Line - Can It Break Through the Two-Tiered Wall of "$3,377/$3,438"?

As of August 6th (Japan time), gold is trading in the mid-$3,300s per ounce, approaching the "two-tier resistance zone" while maintaining...

The Sense of Smell in Dogs and DNA Unveil the "Phantom Black Truffle": Could the Newly Discovered Truffle Transform the Culinary World!? - Three New Species Paving the Way for the Future of Cuisine and Forests

Through the collaboration of the Lagotto Romagnolo dog's keen sense of smell and a palm-sized DNA sequencer, a "biology x...

The New U.S. Policy Excluding Transgender Female Athletes: Restrictions on Sports Visas for Transgender Women and Their Impact

On August 4, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new policy effectively restricting visa acquisition for...

"AI is More Than the Internet" — The Full Story of Tim Cook's Bold Declaration and Apple's Counterattack

On August 2, Apple's CEO Tim Cook declared at an all-hands meeting held at the Cupertino headquarters that "the AI revolution will have a...

"How to Survive the '15 Years of AI Hell' ─ A Multifaceted Exploration of Warnings from a Former Google Executive and Their Impact"

Former Google X executive Mo Gawdat sounded the alarm on a podcast, warning that from 2027, AI will massively take over white-collar jobs and turn...

Japan's Service Industry Experiences Rapid Growth! Despite a Decline in Tourists, Japan's Service Sector is on the Rise—Is the Winning Strategy "Domestic Demand-Driven"?

The Japan Services PMI for July, reported by S&P Global, rose to a five-month high of 53.6, highlighting the strength of domestic demand....

Plan Ahead! A Dream Ticket for "Train Enthusiasts"—The "Otona no Kyujitsu Club Pass Special" Goes on Sale in August. A Thorough Breakdown of the "Truly Worthwhile" Unlimited Ride Pass Available for the Autumn Season

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of JR East's membership program "Otona no Kyujitsu Club," a special unlimited ride pass,...

Is the Correct Way to Hold Sparklers "Diagonal" Instead of "Vertical"? — A Complete Guide on How to Hold Them, Regional Differences, and Tips for Longevity from a Manufacturer with Nearly 100 Years of History

Sparklers offer a quiet spark and a taste of "mono no aware." In Japan, it is commonly believed that they should be held "straight...

The Day "Graduation Albums" Disappear: The Evolution of Protecting Memories Amidst Risks of Sexual Manipulation and Information Leaks

The use of generative AI to create sexually explicit deepfakes from graduation album photos (hereafter referred to as "grad albums") and...

Russia Faces Potential Gasoline Shortage in August: Export Ban Alone Won't Fill the "Demand Gap"

The Russian government temporarily banned gasoline exports from July 28 to August 31. However, according to sources, a combination of domestic...