Global Museums See Strong Rebound as Visitor Numbers Near Pre-Pandemic Levels Julie HowardFebruary 26, 20260129 views With the normalisation of global cross-border travel, museum attendance saw a significant resurgence in 2025. Iconic institutions, such as the Musée du Louvre, have regained the 9-million-visitor milestone, with cultural… Read more
Foreign Tourists Face Higher Fees as Attractions Revise Pricing Policies Julie HowardFebruary 26, 20260110 views Many popular tourist attractions around the world have implemented a “double pricing system,” with foreign tourists generally paying higher prices than domestic residents. The price difference at some attractions exceeds… Read more
Japan Tourism Hits Record as Foreign Visitors Exceed 40 Million Harry ErnestFebruary 5, 2026063 views Japan’s tourism sector has reached a historic milestone, as international visitor arrivals surged past 40 million in 2025, setting a new annual record and highlighting the country’s growing appeal as… Read more
The Era of Unmanned Stores: Self-Checkout Becomes Mainstream in Japan Ferre KeiraFebruary 5, 2026073 views Labor shortages and rising wages are driving Japan’s shift to self-checkout and unmanned stores, making automated shopping an increasingly common part of daily life. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Structural issues… Read more
World Economic Forum Warns of Growing Uncertainty in Global Outlook Julie HowardFebruary 5, 2026085 views A recent international survey indicates that global economic and social risks are on the rise. The interplay of economic confrontation, social polarisation, and environmental challenges is impacting prices, employment, and… Read more
World Happiness Report 2025: What Truly Makes People Happy? Julie HowardFebruary 5, 20260124 views The World Happiness Report 2025 compiles subjective assessments of life satisfaction from people around the world and finds that happiness is shaped not only by economic performance, but also by… Read more