As of recent estimates, there are approximately 25,000 to 30,000 people who self-identify as Ainu in Hokkaido. The traditional practice of lip tattooing on females depicts their coming of age and are symbols of beauty. Images Source: Unique Japan Tours
The Culture of Jeju Haenyeo (women divers) dive 10-20 meters without oxygen masks for seafood of seaweed, abalone, sea urchins, and conch
Food Security = Yield + Quality which is closely related to human nutrition and market value – especially for populations that are highly rice-dependent.
Potentially, the no-fuel engine could replace both traditional fuels and other renewable fuels such as hydrogen and EVS. But not just yet. Mazda has introduced an innovative rotary engine that operates without traditional fuel. This engine, known as the Skyactiv-R, is designed to function as a range extender for electric vehicles
In many cultures, colour conveys meanings derived from religion, history, and tradition, but tread with caution as the symbolism can be highly contextual with the same colour conveying different meanings. Contributor: Jenny Chin. Image: Japanese paper origami Cranes representing Peace. In relatively homogenous Japan, influenced greatly by Zen Buddhism
Several insurance companies in Australia and Asia offer coverage for EV battery fires in apartment recharging stations. Representative image. Credit: Pixabay. Photograph:(Others) Specific fire risks linked to EV batteries and batteries charging stations in apartments and houses requires experienced and specialised handling during incidents. Insurers recognize this, leading to new
Now the subject of Perfect Days, an Oscar-nominated film by German filmmaker Wim Wenders that follows the daily life of a local janitor who cleans the toilets – played by Kōji Yakusho
With 62 million metric tons generated across the world in 2022, the volume of discarded electronic material has nearly doubled since 2010.
Disposable Nappies are usually manufactured from wood pulp, cotton, viscose rayon, and plastics such as polyester, polyethylene, and polypropylene. 500 years to breakdown Nappies in Landfill, and Incineration creates air pollution – both methods contributing to increased Green House Gas Emissions into our atmosphere.
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