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In our daily busyness, we often forget the importance of culture.
Top executives and politicians also value their trust in cultured people.
Culture not only enhances problem-solving abilities, but also has a wonderful power to heal the mind.
Gossip and entertainment stories may be fun at times,
but they cannot be said to be truly useful information.
Please enjoy reading these pieces of information
as the minimum knowledge required for business culture.
We’re halfway through the year, ready to embark on the next six months.
Here’s hoping the start of this new phase propels us towards a remarkable 2024.
Today, we celebrate “Hange Shouzu” from Japan’s 72 seasons.
“Hange Shouzu” marks the onset of summer in Japan post the rainy season, symbolizing the time when rice ears start to mature and the summer heat escalates.
The summer of 2023 witnessed record high temperatures globally, with various regions reporting heatwave damage.
Could we be in for another blistering summer?
Last year, areas like California and Texas in the United States grappled with severe heatwaves, resulting in significant water shortages and forest fires.
These heatwaves also impacted the global economy, particularly hitting the tourism industry and energy consumption.
With the “Paris Olympics” scheduled for July 26th, my primary concern is how the city plans to handle potential heatwaves.
I decided to touch base with a friend in Paris to understand their approach.