World’s ‘Most Favorite Country’ Boosts Departure Tax to Combat Overtourism

Japan’s Plan to Address Overtourism with Increased Departure TaxJapan has been recognized as the “world’s most favorite country” by readers of Condé Nast Traveler this year. However, the country is now facing a growing challenge: overtourism. To tackle this issue, Japan is considering tripling its departure tax from the current 1,000 yen (approximately US$7) per … Read more

Vietnam Captivates Irish Couple on Bicycle Journey

After an eight-month journey cycling through various countries, Mark, 50, and Ellie, 45, have finally reached Vietnam. The couple describes the country as feeling like home due to its karaoke parties, affordable guesthouses, and the kindness of strangers. They started their global cycling adventure in February from their hometown of Tramore. Their route took them … Read more

Historic Military Shift Elevates Non-KMA Officers

Military Leadership Reshuffle Marks a Historic OverhaulThe government announced the promotion of 20 individuals to the rank of lieutenant general on the 13th, marking a significant shift in military leadership. This reshuffle replaces 20 out of 31 lieutenant general positions, making it the largest personnel change at this level in the past decade. The move … Read more

PS5 Black Friday 2025 Price Drop Revealed

The Potential PlayStation 5 Price Cut and Its ImplicationsIf you’re considering buying a PlayStation 5 for Christmas, there might be a reason to wait. Rumors suggest that Sony could soon announce a price reduction, potentially making the console more affordable just in time for holiday shopping. When Sony first launched the PlayStation 5 five years … Read more

Ranking Nintendo’s Controllers: From Classic to Crazy

Nintendo has a long and storied history in the gaming industry, marked by both groundbreaking successes and some notable missteps. While the company has consistently delivered innovative systems and unforgettable games, its controllers have not always been on the same level of excellence. A good controller should be unobtrusive, intuitive, and reliable—essentially, it should go … Read more

Analysis of the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)

The 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), held on the 13th, has been analyzed as more difficult than last year’s test. While there were no so-called “killer questions” that required private education to solve, experts noted that high-difficulty questions demanding significant time were distributed throughout the exam, increasing the perceived difficulty for test-takers. Notably, the … Read more