A 26-year-old South Korean man was recently sentenced to one year in prison for deliberately binge eating in order to become obese and be declared unfit for mandatory military service. Military service is no trivial matter in South Korea. It doesn’t matter if you’re a globally-known singer, successful actor, or billionaire; if you’re a healthy […]
If you’re planning to bend the truth, consider holding off on that bathroom break. A new study suggests that needing to pee might actually make you a more convincing liar. At first, this sounds absurd. Lying takes focus, and anyone doing the “potty dance” knows it’s hard to think straight when your bladder is […]
Osaka-based showerhead maker Science Co. has developed a cutting-edge washing machine for humans aptly named “Mirai Ningen Sentakuki” (Human Washing Machine of the Future). At the 1970 Osaka Kansai Expo, Japanese tech giant Sanyo Electric Co., now Panasonic Holdings Corp., launched the world’s first-ever human washing machine. Its futuristic egg shape and bubble technology captured […]
Imagine what it was like when Pirates roamed the seas and treasure hunts were an everyday occurrence, clues and obstacles were what you needed to go through in order to get to the treasure. Well, now you can be part of a real-life treasure hunt not as a game where you get to win chocolate […]
Note: This article contains details of domestic violence, which may be distressing to some readers. Ratu Meli Bainimarama, the son of former Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, has been sentenced to 28 months in prison by Parramatta Local Court for a series of domestic violence-related offences. The 38-year-old admitted to three counts of assault […]
What’s popping friendo!! Just the second update for the “Point of Tifa”, which is like my take on events that happen locally and internationally. Please note that these opinions are more like a light jab at the weirdness of everyday life. (It’s not that deep) Let’s get it. To Bonnie or not to Bonnie This one […]
The game between the Flying Fijians and Ireland kept everyone at the edge of their seats this morning, but what captivated the fans at the Aviva Stadium was the pre-match moment that stole the show. The match itself was electrifying, but the goodwill generated by our Flying Fijians gesture of respect as they bowed and […]
Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t just breaking records on the pitch—he’s now kicking up a storm on YouTube. The Portuguese superstar surprised fans by launching his own channel, quickly scoring 67.3 million subscribers and outpacing big names like Spain’s Mikecrack. But Ronaldo isn’t stopping there; his latest video promises to be a game-changer. In a move […]
If you were ever curious on what it was like being an actual Gladiator then this is your chance. In collaboration with Paramount Pictures, Airbnb offers one of its most exclusive experiences. Fans of Gladiators and participants will gain after-hours access to the Colosseum, beginning with a visit to the hypogeum to get into authentic […]
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania Qualifiers are heating up as four teams vie for a spot in football’s biggest tournament. Fiji will face New Zealand in the second semi-final, while New Caledonia takes on Tahiti in the first. These critical matches are set for March 21, 2025, at Sky Stadium. The stakes are high, […]