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Moi family ordeal as armed GSU officers occupy Eldoret property

Gideon Mois family questions the alleged eviction of guards from its Eldoret property by armed GSU officers.

Moi family ordeal as armed GSU officers occupy Eldoret property

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Japan’s Rising Bear Attacks Drive Surge in Demand for Deterrent Products

As bear attacks rise across Japan, demand is surging for sprays, bells, and other deterrents. Here are some of the most popular products and services available.

  • Bear attacks in Japan have risen, boosting demand for deterrent products.
  • Traditional bear bells and electronic noisemakers are popular choices.
  • Repellent sprays containing capsaicin are essential backups for urban bears.

A Downward Trend: Vertical Writing Usage Waning in Japan

Japan’s traditional system of reading and writing text vertically is on the decline.

  • Vertical Japanese writing, tategaki, traditionally oriented top-to-bottom, right-to-left.
  • 67.3% of respondents encounter vertical text often or sometimes, 31.7% never.
  • Younger age groups (16-19 and 20s) less likely to read vertical text compared to older groups.

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