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13 – Pet Store Escape
The pet store was quiet until—crash! A tiny gray blur shot past my feet. A mischievous hamster had escaped its cage!...
13 – Can Human Hair Help Save the Environment?
Have you ever wondered what happens to your discarded hair after you visit the hairdressers? You probably assumed that it just went into the bin...
13 – Can Human Hair Help Save the Environment?
Have you ever wondered what happens to your discarded hair after you visit the hairdressers? You probably assumed that it just went into the bin...
12 – First Date
It was a crisp autumn evening, and my heart was racing as I waited at the small café. I nervously tapped my fingers on the table...
12 – The Great British Cheese Heist!
A 63-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a daring cheese heist in the U.K., where over £300,000 worth of premium cheddar was stolen...
12 – The Great British Cheese Heist!
A 63-year-old man has been arrested in London for a bizarre cheese heist, where over £300,000 worth of high-quality cheddar was stolen...
11 – An Unexpected Guest
I was eating my breakfast when I heard a strange noise in the kitchen. It sounded like… tapping? I put down my spoon and...
11 – Chicken Tikka Masala “Inventor” Dies
A Glasgow chef who is credited with inventing chicken tikka masala has died at the age of 77. His Shish Mahal restaurant closed for forty-eight hours as a mark of respect following his death...
11 – Chicken Tikka Masala “Inventor” Dies
A Glasgow chef who is credited with inventing chicken tikka masala has died at the age of 77. Ali Ahmed Aslam is said to have invented the dish in the 1970s after...
10 – Broken Promise
I sit alone in the dimly lit room, the weight of disappointment heavy on my shoulders. Tears threaten to spill as I replay the broken promise in my mind...
10 – New Fee for Climbing Mount Fuji
Japan is a fantastic place to visit with its amazing cities, charming villages, beautiful beaches, and great hiking spots. But, starting on July first, 2024...
10 – New Fee for Climbing Mount Fuji
Starting on July first, 2024, one of the popular paths on Mount Fuji, called the Yoshida Trail, will no longer be free to climb. The Yoshida trail is a...
09 – Midnight Snack
The moon casts a soft glow through the curtains as hunger pangs wake me from my slumber. With stealthy steps, I tiptoe to the kitchen, craving a midnight snack. The fridge hums softly...
09 – ‘Tax’ is Chosen as Japan’s Word Of The Year for 2023
As the famous saying goes: “There are only two certainties in life: death and taxes.” This year, the Japanese public has chosen “tax” as its word of the year...
09 – ‘Tax’ is Chosen as Japan’s Word Of The Year for 2023
This year, the Japanese public has chosen “tax” as its word of the year, reflecting worries about the rising cost of living...
08 – Road Trip
The sun rises as we load up the car for our long-awaited road trip. With the windows down and music blaring, we hit the road...
08 – Jonathan the Tortoise Celebrates His 190th Birthday
Jonathan the tortoise, who is believed to be the oldest animal in the world, recently celebrated his 190th birthday on December fourth. He currently resides on the island of Saint Helena...
08 – Jonathan the Tortoise Celebrates His 190th Birthday
Jonathan the tortoise, who is believed to be the oldest animal in the world, recently celebrated his 190th birthday on December fourth...
07 – Lost
As I walked through the winding streets of the city, I realized I was lost. Instead of feeling scared, I felt excited...
07 – The Italian Towns That Will Pay You to Live There
You may have heard about the Italian towns where houses can be bought for just one euro ($1.18). Local governments in these underpopulated regions...
07 – The Italian Towns That Will Pay You to Live There
You may have heard about the Italian towns where houses can be bought for just one euro ($1.18). Local governments in these underpopulated regions are struggling...