Tomoka Nishiyama to become first woman in regular professional shogi ranks
The four-time women’s titleholder will enter the kishi ranks as a fourth-dan professional on April 1, 2027.
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Dwayne Johnson says he wore a bodysuit to play Maui in ‘Moana’
The actor said the suit helped the visual effects team bring Maui’s tattoos to life. Disney’s live-action musical is now on Disney+.
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Seven polar cruise ships arrive in Montevideo as Antarctic season opens
The vessels use the Uruguayan port for supplies, crew changes and repairs before continuing their expedition itineraries.
Benin receives four nominations for 2026 Africa Tourism Awards
Public voting closes October 29 and will contribute 20 percent of the final score. Winners are expected to be named in London on November 1.
SKIMS sets October 25 launch for limited-edition children's range
The collection will feature sweats, T-shirts and pajamas, the brand announced on Instagram.
Urban birds fly away sooner from women than men, study finds
Researchers recorded the pattern across 37 bird species in five European countries, but say the cause remains unknown and the findings are preliminary.
Study documents honey bee aggression toward competing pollinators
Researchers near Cambridge found that denser honey bee populations were associated with fewer wild pollinators and more contests for food.