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This October, Universal Studios Japan in Osaka is set to offer an unprecedented experience with its first-ever all-night Halloween Horror Night. For one night only on Friday October 18, you will be able to enter the park at 3pm and enjoy all of USJ’s thrills and attractions through 5am the next day.

Universal Studios Japan will open all night long for a Halloween event

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British bartender Holly Graham lived in Thailand, South Korea, and Hong Kong before moving to Tokyo. She says living in Japan has been the hardest.

I moved to Tokyo to open a bar last year. I'd already lived in a few cities across Asia, but moving was harder in my 30s.

How Japan's "most famous" artist, and others, are subverting the country's cute "kawaii" aesthetic to question the world we live in. More than a millennium ago, the Japanese empress Fujiwara no Teishi gifted one of her court ladies, Sei Shōnagon, a bundle of fine paper. Sei, who was from a literary family, used the pages to jot down observations from her daily life in a collection now known as The Pillow Book (1002). In one section, Sei wrote a list of "adorable" or "utsukushi" things, from "hopping" baby sparrows to a child "clinging to someone who has picked him up" to simply "anything small".

Yoshitomo Nara and the dark side of Japanese 'cuteness'

If you’ve ever scoured social media for must-eats while in Japan, you might’ve come across the famous beef katsu chain, Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, which has over 70 stores worldwide. The restaurant is famous for its thick and lean-cut slabs of marbled beef that has an exterior coating of...

Japanese beef katsu chain Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu to open first outlet in Singapore

From traditional Japanese gardens to rooftop oases, Tokyo is home to some relaxing green spaces which are worth a visit when you need a break from the city streets. Moreover, Tokyo’s parks and gardens are particularly famous for their seasonal flowers – most notably cherry blossoms in spring.

Shinjuku Gyoen ranked as one of the world’s most beautiful flower gardens

Small merchants in China have been holding rallies this month to protest Temu's fines and refund policies, multiple outlets reported.

Dozens of angry Chinese suppliers swarmed Temu's office, saying they're tired of giving Westerners refunds without returns

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Japanese scientists issued their first ever massive earthquake alert after a significant quake struck parts of the country on Thursday. Although the threat isn’t imminent or guaranteed, the Japanese Meteorological Agency said in a press release that the possibility of a “large-scale earthquake” is “relatively higher than usual,” but “this does not mean that a large-scale earthquake will definitely occur during a specific period.”

Japan Just Issued Its First ‘Megaquake’ Alert. Here’s What You Should Know

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

India, a land of vibrant cultures and rich history, boasts some of the most fascinating cities in the world. Have you ever wondered what makes these urban centers tick? From the bustling streets of Mumbai to the historic lanes of Delhi, each city has its own unique charm and story. Whether you’re drawn to the tech hubs of Bangalore and Hyderabad or the serene backwaters of Kochi, there’s something for everyone. Ready to embark on a journey through the top 20 cities in India? Let’s dive into the heart of this incredible country and uncover the gems that make it truly special.

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The historic White Bay Power Station is located in the heart of the Bays West area in the Inner West suburb of Rozelle (near Balmain) and it is a focal point in transformation of the Bays West precinct. The state heritage-listed building was built from 1912 to 1917, and operated right up until it was decommissioned in 1984. It happens to be Sydney's oldest surviving power station, and it still holds equipment and machinery that predates the 1950s, with the site's recent refurbishment preserving much of its original fixtures.

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East London might be getting a new creative space, thanks to a partnership between property developers and Newham Council. Arts group Create London has revealed plans to transform an old Victorian warehouse into a community arts hub. The disused building is on Plaistow’s Stock Street and it’s been empty since...

This derelict east London warehouse is being turned into an arts centre

TOKYO -- Tokyo's Yasukuni Shrine, which honors Japan’s war dead, including convicted World War II war criminals, was vandalized again overnight Monday. “It is deplorable that an act seeking to denigrate the shrine’s dignity has happened again,” the shrine said in a statement. In May, a stone...

Japanese shrine that honors war dead, including war criminals, is vandalized again

Been out and about in north or west London and noticed some shiny blue plaques? Residents of (or visitors to) Brixton and Fulham may well have seen that plaques have been installed commemorating two pioneering photographers, Christina Broom and John Thomson. Christina Broom was the UK’s first female press photographer,...

Two new blue plaques celebrate London’s trailblazing photographers

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TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's digital minister Taro Kono plans to announce his candidacy on Aug. 26 for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party leadership election next month to replace Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, NTV said on Monday.

Japan's digital minister Kono plans to run in LDP race, NTV says

Korea’s largest fried chicken and craft beer chain, Daily Beer, opened their first outlet in Singapore just a few months ago to much fanfare, with the joint at Telok Ayer often seeing a full house during dinner hours, even on weekdays. And it looks like the crowds now have a new Korean dining spot to flock over to, because the brand has just launched their sister concept, Daily Chicken.

Daily Chicken: Daily Beer's sister brand specialising in Korean street eats opens in Singapore

Daisy-May Hudson became a documentary maker when her family was suddenly made homeless. The result, Half Way (2015) launched her career, and her feature debut explores similar territory. Posy Sterling stars as Molly, who comes out of prison to discover the children she’d left with her mother have been put into care. With no fixed abode, she can’t get them back – but she can’t find a place to live, either. Her situation is borderline Kafkaesque, but the tone is realism as Molly desperately tries to reunite with her two children and find a place they can all live.

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Japan is a beautiful country, and it's absolutely having a moment right now. Once the travel ban for individual travelers […]

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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6 unmissable Japanese festivals happening in Tokyo this August 23-25 weekend

After a relatively quiet week – due to Obon and typhoon Ampil – Tokyo is gearing up for a big celebration this coming August 23-25 weekend....

6 unmissable Japanese festivals happening in Tokyo this August 23-25 weekend

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