Ghostwire: Tokyo is a psychedelic hodgepodge of mystical martial arts
We take a peek at the upcoming PS5 console exclusive in a hands-off preview......»»
Apple Maps real-time transit information comes to Tokyo
Apple Maps real-time transit information has now gone live in Tokyo, providing access to live timings for more than 20 railway, bus and tram lines. Apple notes that iOS 18 will also bring topographic maps to Japan, allowing hikers, cyclists, and o.....»»
More than 120 people died in Tokyo from heatstroke in July as average temperatures hit record highs
More than 120 people died of heatstroke in the Tokyo metropolitan area in July, when the nation's average temperature hit record highs and heat warnings were in effect much of the month, Japanese authorities said Tuesday......»»
Girl skateboarders love the sport—but risk sexual harassment and being labeled "posers"
When Sky Brown won the bronze medal in women's skateboarding at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she became Great Britain's youngest ever medalist. More young women than ever are choosing to take up the sport, but are still significantly outnumbered by young.....»»
Researchers elucidate mechanisms behind protein selectivity in adenosine receptor
In a new study, a multinational research team led by Dr. Adnan Sljoka (RIKEN) and Prof. Akio Kitao (Tokyo Tech), in collaboration with Prof. Scott Prosser (University of Toronto), has carried out experimental and computational studies to elucidate th.....»»
Researchers develop an energy efficient, reusable, and versatile catalytic system using abundant cobalt
Controlling the crystal phase of cobalt nanoparticles leads to exceptional catalytic performance in hydrogenation processes, report scientists from Tokyo Tech......»»
Japan"s youth and climate change
Students in Japan are more likely to be apathetic towards or confused by climate change than concerned or actively involved in the issue, according to research at the University of Tokyo. The work is published in the journal International Research in.....»»
Team finds that regenerative genes from other species suppress aging issue in fruit flies
A team of researchers, including colleagues from the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, have transferred into common fruit flies genes from simple organisms capable of regenerating their bodies. Fruit flies are more com.....»»
How to watch Men’s Golf in the Olympics: Full schedule
Le Golf National will be the host of the men’s golf tournament at the 2024 Olympics, which get underway today. Xander Schauffele takes aim at back-to-back gold medals after winning in Tokyo, and with compatriots Scottie Scheffler, Wyndham Clark.....»»
Boost creativity in schools and build STEM careers, say educators
It opens the mind and is at the heart of innovation, yet while creativity is recognized as a critical skill for Australia's economic future, it is typically confined to the arts, skipping other areas of the curriculum......»»
New and improved drug-delivery molecules for skeletal muscle
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have created a new drug-delivery molecule, a zwitterionic polymer complex that can help get plasmid DNA inside cells when injected into skeletal muscle, a crucial step in the expression of therapeutic RN.....»»
This underrated Switch RPG will hold you over until Persona 6
If you're still impatiently waiting for Persona 6 news, try Tokyo Xanadu eX+, which just came to Nintendo Switch this week......»»
What"s really behind the ad label? The dark arts influencers are using to get your likes
Rogue social media influencers are relying on gender stereotypes, bogus claims and deceptive editing to monetize their content and increase their following, a new study has found......»»
Meta Quest 3’s newest game feels like a psychedelic Fruit Ninja
Thrasher just launches on Meta Quest 3 today, and it's already one of my favorite VR games......»»
Meta Quest 3’s newest game feels like psychedelic Fruit Ninja
Thrasher just launches on Meta Quest 3 today, and it's already one of my favorite VR games......»»
Transgender athletes face an uncertain future at the Olympics as reactionary policies gain ground
At the last Summer Olympics held in Tokyo, New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard made history as the first openly transgender athlete in Olympic history. American transgender and non-binary runner Nikki Hiltz recently qualified for the 2024 Paris G.....»»
Jaguar"s push upmarket to include "boutique stores"
The first high-end location will be in Paris, with Miami, London, Shanghai and Tokyo to follow......»»
Mitsubishi pivots to North America as new profit engine as earnings dip
TOKYO — Mitsubishi, one of the smallest mass-market brands in the U.S., is getting bullish about North America with plans to enhance the local lineup with vehicle updates annually through 2030. The Japanese carmaker will introduce these new or u.....»»
The Realme 13 Pro gets artsy with Monet-inspired colors
Realme has shared an image of its upcoming Realme 13 Pro series which features a collab with the Museum of Fine Arts. The post The Realme 13 Pro gets artsy with Monet-inspired colors appeared first on Phandroid. Phone companies collaborati.....»»
Opening the right doors: New work reveals "jumping gene" control mechanisms
International joint research led by Akihisa Osakabe and Yoshimasa Takizawa of the University of Tokyo has clarified the molecular mechanisms in thale cresses (Arabidopsis thaliana) by which the DDM1 (Decreased in DNA Methylation 1) protein prevents t.....»»
What Makes a Psychedelic Experience? Not Always a Drug, It Turns Out
A Stanford anesthesiologist deconstructs the component parts of what it means to undergo a psychedelic trip.....»»