Japan Introduces New Term for 40C+ Days After Record Heat
Japan's Meteorological Agency has introduced a new term, "kokushobi," to describe days when temperatures reach 40C (104F) or higher.This development follows the country's hottest summer on record in 2025.The term "kokushobi" translates to "cruelly hot," "brutally hot," or "severely hot." The new designation was selected through a national online survey conducted in February and March, which received approximately 478,000 responses."Kokushobi" was the most popular choice among 13 options, with "super extremely hot day" coming in second.Japan already has established terms for days exceeding 25C, 30C, and 35C.The introduction of "kokushobi" reflects the need to describe increasingly extreme heat events.The summer... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Apr 2026 20:32 LONDON
US YouTuber Johnny Somali Sentenced to Six Months in South Korea
American livestreamer Johnny Somali, whose real name is Ismael Ramsey Khalid, has been sentenced to six months in jail by a South Korean court for public nuisance.The 25-year-old was convicted on Wednesday following charges related to provocative acts involving a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.Khalid posted a video showing himself kissing and performing lap dances on the statue, which sparked outrage in South Korea.Seoul authorities initially charged Khalid in November 2024, and he has been barred from leaving the country since then.The court also found him guilty of distributing sexual deepfakes and other offenses.Prosecutors had sought a three-year... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Apr 2026 06:09 LONDON
Cherry Blossom Festival in Berlin attracts many tourists this spring
This past weekend, Berlin's Gärten der Welt (Gardens of the World) hosted its annual Cherry Blossom Festival, drawing numerous visitors to admire the pink cherry blossoms.The event featured a variety of cultural programmes across the park's Japanese, Chinese, and Korean gardens.Visitors engaged in activities including dance and music performances, arts and crafts, and culinary experiences.Cosplay enthusiasts also participated, showcasing manga costumes throughout the park.The festival highlights the brief blooming period of cherry blossoms each spring, which are not native to Germany but were gifted by Japan in the 1990s following German reunification.Thousands of cherry trees were donated, with many planted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Apr 2026 12:42 LONDON
