Better living through chrome-plated balls. A lot of negative things have been said about pachinko over the years. The pinball-like game’s parlors are noisy, garish blights on communities that encourage quasi-gambling and rudely told me to go away when I tried to use their free bicycle pump a few times. But they do have their […]
A new model of urban community collaboration in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho area connects the generations using mint as a bridge. Senior citizens probably aren’t the first demographic that comes to mind when you think of Shinjuku’s Kabukicho neighborhood, which is much more commonly associated with younger crowds, nightlife, and bars. Yet, the area is home to […]
Quite frankly, it's a beautiful idea.
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"They're automatically counting every proxy they collect as a 'yes' vote."
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"Love isn't just something that happens to you. It's something you have to nourish."
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"You get many chances to talk to people. If you don't take a chance, you may miss a friend."
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“You can still hit milestones at 93!”
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"I was gonna tell you something…"
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Make your golden years your red, green, and blue years. Puyo Puyo is a beloved puzzle game that can be casually enjoyed by people of all ages, as well as in highly competitive eSports. In it, players must arrange falling rows of slimes and match their colors to earn points and keep the screen clear. […]
RAMAT GAN, ISRAEL—According to a statement released by Bar-Ilan University, archaeologist Avi Faust and his […]
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While caring for the elderly can be extremely rewarding, it comes with a specific set of challenges that aren't often discussed. Delivering high-quality care is vital for anyone in this position, but this must come with a level of patience many of us might take for granted.
While visiting my own mother in the senior living home where she resides, I was able to sit down for heart-to-hearts…
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