Vacations Out As Japanese Cram For Exams
A report from AP highlights Japan's exam obsession as students abandon holidays to cram for high school admissions. It notes the private cram industry, long daily study hours, and societal pressure driving families to invest in extra lessons despite concerns over educational balance.
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Singer Takes U S Jazz Group On African Tour
American jazz ensemble led by Alain Bongo and his group tours Libreville and other West African capitals with a mixed reception. The project, arranged by an American production team, aims to showcase modern jazz in Africa while navigating state crowds and business concerns. A birthday note for Amanda Laine Jordan is included amid the article.
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Moderation Is Best Course for Joggers
AP reports Dr Edward Po Flanagan, former Boston Marathon runner, urges moderation for joggers. He says run in secluded areas, avoid smoke and extremism, notes evidence of jogging aiding weight control but limited mental health benefits. He advises starting easy, walking first, consulting a physician, and jogging in parks or reserves.
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Musical Instrument Use in the United States
A 34 million American musicians survey shows most play for personal satisfaction. Piano leads with 11.6 million players, followed by home organ 3.1 million and electric guitar 1.7 million. Piano players concentrate in the South, electric guitar players in the East, acoustic guitar players in the West.
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Ancient Egyptians bred messenger pigeons for speed
National Geographic notes that as early as 300 B C Egyptians bred special messenger pigeons to carry names of Greek Olympic riders to their home cities, highlighting early use of birds for rapid messaging.
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