AI-generated model’s photo book taken down
After the release of the book and magazine, some people on social media pointed out that Satsuki Ai resembled a real individual and raised questions about the copyright for the…
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Can ‘convenience’ be healthier in South Korea?
As the cost of living continues to rise, these ubiquitous stores have become a favorite lunch destination, offering a wide array of options.
Putri Ariani captivates global viewers, earns Cowell’s Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent
“You are, I think, one of the best singers we’ve ever had on our show,” AGT judge and creator Simon Cowell told Putri.
Here comes the AI: Fans rejoice in ‘new’ Beatles music
From "re-uniting" the Fab Four on songs from their solo careers, to re-imagining Paul McCartney's later works with his voice restored to its youthful peak, the new creations show…
Fukushima: Having the best time in Japan’s least popular prefecture
Travellers are exploring Japan again in great numbers but not the prefecture I have ventured to, the author writes.
Glassblowing prodigy shines in the spotlight
Glassblower Zhao Jinya is the first Chinese artist to be featured at the Liuli China Museum in Shanghai.
A walk through the art of custom-painted sneakers
In Bangladesh, the passion the artists put behind these custom-painted sneakers makes them stand out in their own way.
Japan prefecture develops new sake rice variety suited to cold regions
Yamada-Nishiki, known as the “king of sake rice,” has good waster-absorbing properties that make it particularly suitable for brewing sake.
Hokkaido corn meets Niigata distillery for domestic whisky
To make inroads in the whisky industry, Koji Matsumoto chose to produce grain whisky, which is made mostly from corn or other grains.
BTS’ RM tapped as ambassador for military’s war remains recovery body
As the new face of the agency, he is expected to carry out various activities to promote the agency and its work to the public.