Phil Zuckerman: "Religion is in decline all over the world." 1)A religion said to have declined with modernisation. But in some parts of the world, right-wing Christianity and Islamic fundamentalism are now gaining significant power in pol…

[Bipolar disorder] What is Jeremy Breed's message to therapists [Famous for Sherlock Holmes] 1)Have you heard about Jeremy Flett?I love Sherlock Holmes, and for me, he is the origin of Holmes. This guy is Jeremy Bread, who has announced hi…

The "Eternal City of Rome Exhibition" will be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum from Saturday, 16 September 2023, to Sunday, 10 December 2023. This article is the third in a series of articles explaining the unique city of Rome thr…

[History] How was the United States of America born? The "cunning plan" behind President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation Although the United States of America has held hegemony over the world since the end of the 19th century, many peo…

The ancient Egyptian kingdom was vast, but did it have any enemies?A fascinating introduction to the history of ancient Egypt A)1)When we hear about ancient Egypt, we imagine a vast kingdom, but were any forces that invaded or opposed it? …

"The Magic Flute" was the last opera Mozart wrote for the general public.No 30 Mozart "The Magic Flute" The last opera Mozart wrote for the general public.Today, 30 September, is the premiere of Mozart's (1756-91) opera "The Magic Flute". …

997th "What is Death?" 2023/9/30 [Daily Abbot Diary and Breathing Meditation] - Rinzai Sect Engakuji Sect Abbot Nanrei Yokota Roshi 1)It is well known that Confucius said, "I don't know life yet, and I don't know death yet."We don't know a…

Revealing the essence of Shinto 1)Shintoism has long been rooted in Japanese life, but what exactly do we believe? In Shinto, there is no "guru", no "doctrine", and no "salvation". Although it is a "no religion", its vitality is astonishin…

How did a design that is close to people come about? "A331 'Beehive'" was designed by Alvar Aalto—one of the most popular lighting designs. Explore the life and work of the architect Alvar Aalto. Documentary film 1)Winner of the Music Awar…

Gypsies arrived in Europe 1,500 years ago, a genetic study says //Summary - Level-C2// A genetic study reveals that Gypsies from northern India arrived in Europe 1,500 years ago, challenging previous beliefs of their origins in Egypt. Wide…

The clergy sexual abuse scoop film "Spotlight." will be featured in "TBS News Special" in Japan! "Spotlight" refers to the Boston Globe's investigative reporting team that uncovered numerous cases of sexual abuse by Catholic priests in 200…

In the film "The Revenant" Hugh Glass' actual story commentary Original title: THE REVENANTCountry of production: AmericaProduction Year: 2015Running time: 157 minutesDirected: Alejandro G. IñárrituMusic: Ryuichi Sakamoto This is an Oscar-…

About Koyasan Koyasan is home to an active monastic centre founded twelve centuries ago by the priest Kukai (posthumously known as Kobo Daishi) for the study and practice of Esoteric Buddhism. It is the headquarters of the Koyasan sect of …

No Room in Space: The Growing Space Junk Problem Since the 1950s, the world has launched about 16,000 objects into space, from satellites and probes to rockets and manned spacecraft. Some came back to Earth. Some still perform a function i…

A super simple explanation by Kitaro Nishida 1)Today, I want to introduce you to the most famous Japanese philosopher. I think he is the most famous Japanese philosopher in the world. This person's name is Kitaro Nishida (1870-1945). He wa…

Interview: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. - We delve into the most important lessons he's learned from his famous family. 30:57We are talking with Robert Kennedy Jr. I must ask questions about your family and what you've learned from them. I know y…

Neoconservative VS Conservative: Similarities A)Irving Kristol (the father of Neoconservatism) said that a neoconservative is a term used to describe a "liberal mugged by reality" who has become more conservative as he has seen the consequ…

Aloe Peels Can Help Combat Insects Aloe Vera has long been known to provide various health benefits for people. Now, scientists are reporting that even its peel can be put to productive use. There is new evidence that the plant's outer lay…

Turkish Airline To Start Adult-Only Section On Flights Do you hate sitting next to noisy kids during long flights? Well, if you are willing to pay extra, one airline will try to accommodate you. Starting in November, Turkish airline Corend…

We're all about Italy - "Chiuso" means closed in Italy: The midday riposa (siesta) A)1)How did this riposo thing start in Italy (and other Mediterranean countries)? Many attribute it to the heat in the middle of the day - which can be extr…

Jews quickly jump over "national sovereignty". Profits transcend ideology"Jewish business law" and its backbone A)Since the election of President Trump in the United States, the term "deep state" has begun to take root in Japan, with a hin…

Christian Zimerman holds a tour in Japan for the first time in two years. Christian Zimerman will tour Japan for the first time in two years, from November to December 2023. In 2022, Christian Zimerman will record the works of Karol Szyman…

Workers who make SHEIN products work 18 hours daily and are paid just 6 yen per piece...British Channel 4 releases video of undercover investigation A)1)According to a new study, the workers who make the clothes sold at SHEIN earn just 4 c…

iPhone 12 Sales Banned In France Over Radiation Concerns—Here’s What To Know A)TOPLINE French regulators are requesting Apple remove the iPhone 12 from the country’s market and bring already-sold versions of the phone up to standard after …

COVID-19 Vaccine Doubts Extend to Pet Shots Trust in vaccines declined during the pandemic as people questioned the benefit of the COVID-19 vaccine. A study suggests that this hesitancy towards vaccines has extended to pet vaccinations. Th…

"Why does the Earth have oceans?" - This question is one of the Earth's greatest mysteries! A)The Earth is blue because it has oceans, but what are oceans? They don't exist on the Moon or live on Mars now. Shinsuke Kawaguchi, a senior rese…

Ratio Of Female Managers in Japan Rises to 9.8% - September 8, 2023 In a July 2023 survey of 27,768 Japanese companies, the ratio of female managers had risen 0.4 points to 9.8% overall. This was the highest ratio since the survey began in…

The magical power of words 1)In modern society, witchcraft is considered a superstition that remains among uncivilised tribes or a fantasy that appears in films and anime and is not thought to have any effect in reality.But is this true? W…

Rhetoric - Aristotle: A dangerous way of communicating that moves people //Summary -Level-C2// Aristotle's work on rhetoric offers timeless insights into the art of persuasion relevant to public speakers, managers and job seekers alike. Th…

The British mystery drama Detective Morse has finally reached its final chapter. A)1)Three drama series based on Colin Dexter's original work. "Chief Inspector Morse," "Inspector Lewis," "Detective Morse". "Chief Inspector Morse" is a susp…