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Cystic fibrosis doesn’t just affect the lungs. It’s a gut disease too
For decades, lung disease has been the most visible and life-threatening part of cystic fibrosis. People might picture chronic (long-term) cough, breathlessness, recurrent chest infections and oxygen therapy. But this only tells part of the story. Many people will be surprised to learn cystic fibrosis is also a gastrointestinal disease,… Read
7-Eleven Japan has a lot of famous food, but its new burrito needs to be on your radar
7-Eleven Japan is known for many things, like coffees, sandwiches and smoothies, but one thing you might not know about the chain is it does a mean burrito. First launched in 1983, 7-Eleven’s burrito range has been a bestseller for more than 40 years, and now there’s a new Mexican-inspired… Read
Why you shouldn’t feel guilty about using manga for studying and the top series for learning
Was there ever a time growing up when you got yelled at for reading comics instead of studying? At the time, little did those grown-ups probably know that you were actually learning in one of the best ways possible. Japanese online illustration school Atam Academy recently conducted a survey of… Read
Agoda rolls out suite of new features focused on real-time updates and smarter trip planning
Digital travel platform Agoda has announced a series of new features designed to help travelers plan and manage their trips with greater confidence. The latest updates include real-time flight visibility, an enhanced hotel browser, and AI-powered tools that make choosing the right property faster and more intuitive. Travelers booking flights… Read
Trump embraces 'Great Equivocator' role sending mixed signals that vex markets and allies
When the U.S. and Iran reached a tentative agreement to end the war, President Donald Trump managed to both trumpet the deal and raise questions about its viability, all in the same answer. “It’s a very strong deal,” he said. “Nobody knows what it is. But it’s very strong.” It… Read
A marine heat wave caused seabird deaths off California. El Nino could worsen the die-off
Within minutes of walking on a San Diego beach, marine ornithologist Tammy Russell found the feathered carcasses — one after another. Some were mixed in with washed up kelp. Others were under rocks. Each month, scientists and volunteers conduct surveys of dead seabirds and find what Russell describes as a… Read
Pet-friendly properties prove popular in Japan for both tenants, landlords
Condominiums with pet-friendly facilities and designs are proving popular not only with cat and dog owners but also landlords who can charge higher-than-average rents and expect long-term tenants. Tokyo-based Asahi Kasei Realty & Residence Corp manages and operates around 20,000 units allowing owners to live with their pets, with dog… Read
Washington DC’s physical appearance has long been a battleground for competing national ideals and presidential visions
Debates over what visitors will see and experience in the nation’s capital city have taken center stage as Americans prepare to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. For President Donald Trump, the event inspired a massive redevelopment project. Since the beginning of his second term, Trump has… Read
Panasonic launches first ear-cuff style wireless earbuds
Panasonic will release the "RB-C10," its first ear-cuff style truly wireless earbuds, on July 23. They feature an accessory-like design based on the concept of "adorn yourself beautifully with sound." The earbuds are shaped to resemble a drop pearl, with the "White Pearl" and "Sakura Pearl" models featuring a pearlescent… Read
Running on a treadmill is easier than running outside. Does that matter?
You hop on the treadmill, set your pace, and easily knock out a couple of kilometres. Then a few days later you head outside to run the same distance. You try and to keep the same speed you did at the gym, but it destroys you. What’s going on? Is… Read
