Life
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Japan's humble 'onigiri' rice balls get image upgrade
Mouth-watering pictures on social media, rising demand for affordable lunches, and a surge in tourism to Japan are all drawing people to the humble onigiri
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Andean farmers use age-old technique amid climate change
On the border of Peru and Bolivia, the Waru Waru—an indigenous Quechua word that means ridge—are once again protecting potato and quinoa crops as they did in the region 2,000 years ago
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Thailand to offer medical coverage for tourists
According to Tourism Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the new Thailand Traveller Safety scheme began on January 1 and will run until August 31
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Is Generation Z more fearful of AI than older workers in office?
More than 30 percent of 18-24-year-olds are afraid that the rollout of AI will have a dramatic effect on the job market, according to an Indeed survey
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Fluent and fearless: Sarfaraz Khan's long road to a dream debut
After years of waiting, when Khan finally got the Indian Test cap in the ongoing series against England, his father broke down. And then gave his son a standing ovation
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Ubisoft launches long-awaited 'Skull and Bones' video game
One of the most talked about launches this year is a gamble because, despite swashbuckling seafarers being popular in film and other media, pirates have not been a common theme in video games
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Smoking's impact on the immune system could last for up to 15 years after quitting: study
These findings could lead to a better understanding of the impact of smoking on the immunity of both healthy people and those with various diseases or medical conditions. They also demonstrate the importance of quitting smoking as soon as possible
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Amazon rainforest may face tipping point by 2050: study
Stress from deforestation, drought, fire and rising temperatures have eroded the ability of the Amazon's forests to withstand shocks, with scientists warning this could trigger a so-called "tipping point"
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In Japan, pets aren't welcome in airplane cabins
Ten of the 13 major airlines in Japan have no plans to allow passengers to travel with their pets in the cabin, according to a survey by national daily newspaper, Mainichi Shimbun
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How live music shows are boosting the tourism sector
Countries encourage music tourism given the considerable economic benefits that can be associated with a visit from some of the biggest artists
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Social networking algorithms could be amplifying misogynistic content to teens
Research involving over 1,000 teenagers aged 13 to 17—conducted by UCL, the University of Kent and The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)—highlights a worrying reality