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The “natural wine” has become fashionable. There is a place where he takes centuries without so much hype: Mass

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In 83, Juan Pablo II visited the prison of Rebibbia, in Rome, and hugged Mehmet Ali Agcathe man who had tried to kill him a couple of years before the Plaza de San Pedro. In 89, a crowd accompanies the coffins of Jesuit parents killed in El Salvador. In 2016, in the middle of Holy Thursday, Francisco washed the feet of a group of refugees from the center of Castelnuovo di Porto … There are many iconic images around the Catholic Church. But for me the image that has impacted me the most happened a couple of years ago: when I saw the priest of my town, dressed in its clerriman, buying a tetra brick of red wine in the Mercadona. Had he found the origin of Mass wine? I had never wondered where the wine that was used in the Eucharist came from and, I suppose that for that reason, that image left me completely out of charge. And as normal, a question immediately approached me: “Was it possible that this was the wine that was used in Mass?” The answer, in case there is any questions, is: no. And here this article could end: with an anecdote of Berlanga that ends “fish -shaped“But no. Because, little by one that one starts to investigate, the history of sacred wine is really interesting. Sacred wine? Although it is true that the Catholic Church (and Christianity in general) has done a lot to take wine to any corner of the world, the sacred history of this type of broths is very long. In fact, Jesus of Nazareth came to ‘resignify’ a good handful of religious signs of common use. What is true is that it is not causality that most historical vineyards are on ecclesiastical terrain. Nor is it a coincidence that the development of the wine industry is intimately related to the comings and goings of the missionaries. Nor that the Vatican is the country that consumes the most from the world (about 45,000 liters a year for its 800 inhabitants). Wine and church have always been closely linked. And, for that reason, not any wine is worth it. Over the centuries, different criteria have been developed to know if a wine was likely to be used in the Eucharist. It is something that has been discussed extensively even in councils Like Florence of 1438. However, it was not until the nineteenth century when the Church (with the industrialization of the world of wine) began to take the idea of ​​establishing criteria that ensure the liturgical purity of wine. In fact, until 1959, as was the case with other things such as togas or candles, there were ecclesiastical certificates very difficult to achieve. The first certified wine was, in fact, Spanish. Prepared by Augusto de Müller Ruinart de Brimont, an Alsacian Even today is a reference in the sector. Maybe Do not be the best sellingworse is the one who has the most history (and It costs less than seven euros). In search of purity. The current Roman Missal is quite clear Around the wine that can be used: “It must be the result of the mature or passage grapes and without artificial additions such as preservatives, dyes, sugars, clarifying or juices. On the other hand, sulphites such as antioxidants or wine distilled to increase alcohol content, which should not exceed 18 degrees,” are allowed to add. The idea is to produce a wine that looks, in one way or another, which it has been using since time immemorial. The problem is that this means challenges that new wine techniques and enologies try to solve: The natural wine boom is part of the same game. Innovation that a bottle of natural wine can be surprising is still surprising. The color and taste depend on the winery. And from which he buys it. A background lesson. Because beyond the curiosity of who produces a product like this, the history of Mass wine tells us about how technological development is truffled with values, ideologies, religious beliefs and social configurations. Here it is seen in a simple way (the composition of the wine consumed by millions of people is discussed in ecumenical councils), but it is not so different from what operates in the natural wine that so fashionable has been put. Not many of the technological decisions of our day to day. History is always more complicated than it seems. Image | Mateus Campos Felipe In Xataka | Andalusia is very proud of its Holy Week. So much that he wants to start teaching it in schools

The US tariffs are a weapon of mass destruction in the Tech industry. Except for Chinese mobiles

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The 104% tariff Chinese tax By the Trump administration it will shake the foundations of the smartphone industry. Apple and Samsungthe two great actors in the sector, base a good part of their manufacturing strategy in countries especially penalized by these new measures. However, Chinese mobile phone manufacturers could better overcome the blow. Thanks to a strategy focused for years in international expansion and markets outside the United States, their direct exposure to the impact of these tariffs aims to be considerably less. 104%. USA He has officialized a 104% tariff to imports from China, carrying The commercial war between both countries to its peak maximum and leading us to a night of movement in the markets. The consequences have been immediate: Fall of almost 5% in Bag for Apple generalized in the rest of great technology, with the uncertainty of a new commercial scenario that will shake its current strategies. Chinese and United States manufacturers. For Apple and Samsung Import products manufactured in China or Vietnam to the United States will involve an increase in simply unassumable costs without price increases. A case that barely applies Chinese manufacturers, since they have never had too much presence in the country. Giants such as Xiaomi, Oppo or Vivo do not sell smartphones in the United States. However, OnePlus, TCL and Motorola (Property of the China Lenovo) do have a presence in the territory. In fact, Lenovo is the third smartphone manufacturer in the United States. The Lenovo case. Motorola and Lenovo are in the most compromised situation after the entry into force of tariffs. The manufacture of its devices is focused on countries such as China, Brazil and India. Importing the United States with 104% tariffs is simply unfeasible for the company, which would have to move its production chain outside China to survive in the United States. Although not even maintaining a diversified production would be sufficient to partially overcome the impact of tariffs. The Type imposed on Brazil is 10% (the minimum threshold), while that of India amounts to 26%. A 10% tariff is assumed through a light rise hybrid strategy and cost absorption. One of almost 30% requires more drastic measures. The consequences for the rest. On the side of OnePlus and TCL, despite being Chinese manufacturers, they have been making production to countries like India and Brazil for years, diversifying strategy for their product assembly. A diversification that is not enough to overcome tariffs, since the bulk of manufacturing remains in China. The only solution? Move in record time the production outside your native country and centralize efforts in external factories. A withdrawal on time. The most likely scenario after the implementation of tariffs is the disappearance of the little Asian trace that remains in the United States. With the exception of Motorola/Lenovo, this has never been a market to be conquered by China, a position that aims to reaffirm after the crossed commercial war. Beyond mobile phones, companies like Xiaomi, which They sell household products and monitors In the United States, they will have it difficult to maintain presence in the country without raising prices abruptly. A global impact. If manufacturers such as Motorola renounce the US market, with the consequent loss of income that this would entail, an increase in prices globally seems inevitable to alleviate the effects of losing presence in a key territory. Companies such as OnePlus, TCL or Xiaomi, with a minimum presence there, would have it easier to absorb part of this small loss and not end up moving costs to consumers outside the US. Despite this, not everything is so simple. Although Chinese brands do not sell mobiles significantly in the US market, they do have a presence in other categories such as televisions, monitors and home devices. The unknown is whether they will choose to compensate for the blow by increasing prices only in those lines, or if they will end up moving the extra cost to their entire catalog, including smartphones. THE WAR OF COMPONENTS. The main Chinese manufacturers use American components, such as Qualcomm processors or Corning Gorilla Glass crystals. At the moment, this situation would be under doubt, since Qualcomm subcontracts the production of its chips to Taiwanese giants such as TSMC or Samsung Foundry (South Korea). Something similar happens with manufacturers such as Corning, which diversifies production with plants in Asia and Europe to meet global demand. Given that US sanctions They prevent American memoirs from selling their most sophisticated integrated circuits to their Chinese clients, China does not have it easy to reduce dependence on the United States. Image | Xataka In Xataka | Brussels Baraja tariffs of 10% and 25% to US products. The measure aims to take its toll on the European consumer

Justice rejects its demand against LaLiga for the mass blocking of websites

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The Spanish justice has dismissed the different nullity incidents filed independently by Cloudflare, Rootedcon and other plaintiffs against LaLiga, giving the reason to the organization chaired by Javier Tebas in their strategy to combat the illegal broadcasts of football matches. What has happened. The court has rejected The attempt to cancel the 2022 sentence which allows LaLiga to order the blockade of IP addresses through the operators. All the plaintiffs must assume the costs of the judicial process, without any possibility of any ordinary appeal. Why it is important. The decision reinforces LaLiga in its fight against illegal broadcasts, but maintains the controversy over The mass blocking of thousands of legitimate websites that share infrastructure with websites that illegally transmit football matches. The conflict broke out when Cloudflare implemented an encryption system (Ech) that prevents the operators from seeing the final destination of each connection. In response, LaLiga chose to directly block the cloudflare IPSaffecting thousands of websites without relation to illegal broadcasts. Between the lines. According to the judicial order, to which Xataka It has had access, the plaintiffs presented an incident with “probative orphanage” regarding the accreditation of the damages that allegedly caused the blocking measures. In the judge’s words, this means that “there are no damage caused by the execution of IPS addresses”, but “a measure that prevents access to pirate content.” Vodafone, one of the operators demanded and affected by these blockages, has formulated opposition to the nullity requested, as stated in the judicial order. This means that the operator aligns with LaLiga and considers blockages appropriate during party retransmissions. And now what? Rootedcon has announced in X that will resort to “to all necessary legal means” to reverse this situation, although the car specifies that there is no ordinary appeal. Meanwhile, LaLiga could intensify its blockage strategy, especially during party retransmissions. The plaintiffs included, in addition to Cloudflare and Rootedcon, A Vapasec Technology Consulting, Japonism travel content SC and Frontia SA, among others. Cloudflare says that in Spain there are about 160,000 web pages that use their services. Javier Tebas himself, president of LaLiga, downplay the problem by stating that “It only affects some geeks on the Internet“ The current situation. Affected users can resort to tools such as VPNS or the service Cloudflare Warp To avoid these blockages. This temporary solution, however, does not solve the background problem for business and professional services that can be compromised for their activity during the weekends. This case adds to other similar litigation in several European countries such as France, Italy, Germany and Portugal, where Cloudflare is also facing demands for rights holders For its privacy protection system that, according to its defenders, favors a safer Internet. In Xataka | After almost a decade with the Apple Watch I have spent a Garmin. And I have understood what I was losing me Outstanding image | Gregorio Cavana in Unspash

We believed that creatine was one of the most useful supplements to gain muscle mass. We are no longer so sure

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Creatine is an old acquaintance of people who exercise in order to increase muscle. Evaluate in our own meat the effectiveness of a supplement is useless, especially because we surely accompany it with a strict exercise regime that will prevent us from distinguishing its net impact. That is why, if we ask ourselves to what extent the creatine works, we need to study it rigorously. Not so effective. And the verdict of the last study that has tested this substance It has not been favorable. In a study that included a 12 -week training program and the consumption of 5 grams daily of creatine supplement were not observed relevant differences between those who took the substance and those who did not. “We have shown that taking five grams of creatine supplement per day does not make any difference in the amount of muscle mass that people earn when performing resistance training,” explained in a press release Mandy Hagstrom, co -author of the study. “The benefits of creatine could have been overestimated in the past due to methodological problems,” the researcher adds Creatine. Creatine, or α-methyl guanido-acetic acidit is a compound that can be found naturally in our body, especially in the muscles and cells of our nervous system; And also in some foods, such as red meat, fish and shellfish. Creatine molecules are formed from three amino acids and Stores phosphocreatinemainly in the muscles. There is used as a source of energy. That is why the creatine supplement is used to obtain better results when exercising and gaining muscle mass. 54 participants. The recommended maintenance dose of this supplement is between three and five grams per day. The 54 study participants, aged between 18 and 50, were divided into two groups, some would begin to take five grams Creatine Monohydrate (CRM) first and a week later they would start a 12 -week resistance program. The second group would also face this exercise program, but without the supplement. The food of both groups was monitored to verify that there were no relevant differences in their diet. Both groups increased their muscle mass, but they did it in a similar way, about two kilos won during the period. The details of the study were Published in an article In the magazine Nutrients. The problem is in the water. Part of the study key is in time: that the experimental group (the one who took the supplement) began this “treatment” before training allowed the team to test (and verify) a hypothesis, that a part of the muscle increase that we associate with creatine is due to a greater water retention. The team observed that, during this first week, indeed, the group (and especially women in this) began to gain muscle mass, a 0.5 kg difference that dissipated after starting training. Hagstrom pointed out, of course, that more studies are still necessary to understand the impact of water retention associated with the consumption of this supplement. Dose question? The study responsible for the study suggests that, in addition to water retention, the chosen dose could also have had effect on the results. The five grams daily represent the upper limit of the recommended daily maintenance dose, but those who consume This supplement They often resort to a “load phase” that implies consumption between 20 and 25 grams of the supplement per day. This possibility was discarded by the equipment since these consumption levels, they explain, can cause gastrointestinal problems and is not necessary to achieve saturation levels. However, they affect the need to carry out additional studies with intermediate doses, for example of 10 grams. They also point out that longer -term studies could help us better understand the impact of creatine supplements on the increase in muscle mass. In Xataka | The 17 best apps to exercise Image | Aleksander Saks / Victor Freitas

Drought and mass tourism have aggravated the shortage of water in the Balearic Islands. Now it is going to entrust the desaliners

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Throughout the month of March Let’s have a storm characterized by many rains. However, when this temporary pass will come the good weather and return The drought again. Given this situation, the Balearic Islands, one of the communities most affected by water scarcityThey are looking to get ahead. The projects. The seafore and water cycle. has announced The construction of three desalination plants in Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza. The installation will have an initial budget of 3.5 million euros and are expected to be operational within five years, supplying more than 60,000 inhabitants. A serious problem. Currently, reservoirs on the islands are 51% of its capacity, showing the water problem despite the recent rains. For that reason, from the Ministry They have pointed out That these new desalination makers are to guarantee the medium and long term water supply, regardless of the weather conditions. However, this is not all, because there are other concerns, such as overexploitation of aquifers that It has generated problems With the introduction of salts. In addition, the archipelago receives a large amount of tourism every summer, which triggers demand and Test The supply capacity. Future desalination. The Balearic Government has planned the construction of desalists financed through the STI 24-25 call, with the aim of improving the water supply in the region. In Mallorca, the Rostent area will be prioritized, especially the strip between Ses Salines and Artà, as well as the municipalities of the PLA. In Menorca and Ibiza, areas with the highest water deficit will be served. The project will take place in several phases with the construction in 2027 and the commissioning of the facilities in 2030. But they already have others … that’s how, in the Balearic Islands There are desalination plants They help meet the growing demand for water. Currently, ABAQUA manages a supply and desalination infrastructure network that includes several plants, such as Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza. To give an example, the three existing desalination plants in Ibiza operate at 75 % of their capacity throughout the year, and They reach 110 % peaks In more than five months, which shows the overload of the supply system. Inconveniences. Although desalination plants have become an alternative for water use, they have a series of problem. On the one hand, they need high energy consumption, so would imply an increase in the price of water In the long term. On the other hand, these facilities They can have brinea residue with high salt concentration that can damage marine ecosystems. So the Balearic Islands will have to continue trusting technologies such as desalination plants, which despite the aforementioned problems, offer a response to the growing demand for water. However, they can bet on the implementation of long -term measures such as Wastewater reuse or Other methods within desalination. Image | Pexels Xataka | Barcelona is about to live something unpublished for 50 months and that until recently we thought it impossible: the end of drought

On their way to mass implementation, Perovskita cells have taken another step: 10 times more resistant

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Perovskita’s solar cells are known for their lightness, managing to develop Ultrafin panels with different applications, such as The candle of a ship. However, the stability of this type of cell meant a challenge for its commercial viability. Now, a group of researchers has managed to extend the useful life of a Perovskita solar cell. Short. Scientists from the University of Surrey They have developed Perovskita solar cells that, by incorporating aluminum oxide nanoparticles, improve both durability and efficiency. Thanks to this finding, cells will be more resistant for large -scale application. The problem to be solved. Here you have to make an important comparison, because the solar cells of the study are of Perovskita that are more efficient and economical than those of silicon, so it has been one of the main objectives of the researchers for their commercial implementation. However, the main challenge was that cells They suffered iodine leakscausing the structure to react chemically reducing its performance. In addition, factors such as humidity, heat and oxygen accelerate this process. The investigation. Surrey’s team, together with the United Kingdom physics laboratory and Sheffield University, He has discovered that when integrating aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Al₂O₃) within the Perovskita layer, iodine can be trapped and prevent it from escaping. This simple but effective approach drastically improves the structural integrity of Perovskita’s solar cells, making them more resistant to weather conditions. The results. Solar cells containing nanoparticles maintained high performance for more than two months (1,530 hours), compared to just 160 hours of Standard Perovskita cells. In this way, the investigation has achieved an increase in the durability of ten times more. The incorporation of these nanoparticles has helped create a more uniform Perovskita structure, which has reduced the defects of the material such as moisture and has improved electrical conductivity. Iodine is not always bad. Unlike this study, iodine can be the result of a solution if the right approach is sought. A study group from the University of Beijing has achieved Integrate iodine into a Perovskita structure. In this approach it has stabilized the material and has avoided the degradation that has historically limited its durability. A great future. In 2009, Perovskita’s solar cells only converted 3% of solar energy into electricity, wasting the remaining 97%. However, Thanks to recent advancesits efficiency has exceeded 25%, increasingly bringing them closer to generalized commercial adoption. This progress highlights the great potential of technology, and with more studies, it is expected to continue increasing, approaching even higher figures and opening new opportunities for solar energy. Image | Pexels and University of Surrey Xataka | How a new study has achieved cheaper Perovskita solar panels and more efficiently by capturing light on both sides

Japan will copy Venice to stop mass tourism. Two levels of transport price: the tourist pays more

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Exactly one week there was a stir for the decision that Venice had adopted to stop mass tourism. It was an update of a measure that took months ago: an entry rate for the tourist, which was now going to duplicate In view of the good results he had given to public coffers. Japan had already “flirted” with something similar with A double pricing system in menus. Now Kyoto wants to go further with public transport. First was the menu. As we said, last summer the nation hospitality saw an opportunity before the massive arrival of tourists. Japan’s restaurant industry implemented A two -level price system in the most tourist places in the nation. You don’t have to be very lynx to understand it: restaurants seek to take advantage of the influx of foreign visitors, a strategy where it is also not scare to local customers. Behind this price increase there was something as evident as purchasing power. Restoration companies were or more towards tourists because, in essence, they are willing to pay more. Miki Watanabe, president of the important Watami restaurant chain, I explained it that way: “The Japanese do not buy 3,000 yen sirloin skewers, but tourists who arrive in Japan say it is cheap and buy them.” The thing now is different. The news today takes us to Kyoto, the former capital of Japan. They want Implement a system of differentiated rates in public transportbecoming the first city in the country to adopt this measure to manage the growing number of foreign visitors. Mayor Koji Matsui has proposed that Tourists pay a higher rate on buses operated by the city compared to local residents, with the aim of generating funds to mitigate congestion and preserve cultural heritage. Living with mass tourism. We have told it countless times. From the reopening of borders after the pandemic and with a weak yen that favors the spending of tourists, Kyoto and many others Japanese cities have experienced a massive influx of tourists. In 2024, the city, which has 1.5 million inhabitants, received seven million international tourists, which has generated concerns about its impact on everyday life. This phenomenon is part of a broader trend in Japan, than In 2024 he reached a record of 36 million foreign visitorswith a total expense that exceeded 8 billion yen. The negative effects of mass tourism in the city include Aglomerations in public transport, garbage in the streets and cultural conflicts. In fact, some residents have reported difficulties in accessing buses due to excess passengers, which especially affects students and people who need to move to hospitals. Proposed measures. To counteract these problems, the Kyoto authorities have promoted several initiatives, including, The commented differentiated rate in urban buseswhere tourists would pay more than residents, allowing funds to improve infrastructure and reduce the impact of tourism. In addition, the administration also plans An increase in accommodation tax for those who stay in hotels in the city or the creation of exclusive buses for touristswith routes to the main tourist sites, thus relieving the pressure on public transport used by the premises. Moreover. There is also talk of the Distribution of awareness brochures to educate visitors/tourists about the rules of Japanese behavior and cultural sensibilities. In this regard, Mayor Matsui has emphasized that these measures seek to balance the daily life of residents with the tourist influx, ensuring that the local community also receives benefits of tourism activity. Other examples. In this way, Japan joins other enclaves such as The commented in Venice. The truth is that from a while to this part, the so -called differentiated tarification has already been implemented or will do so in other places. For example, in Himeji, Japan, It was proposed to raise the entrance fee to Himeji Castle for not residentsParis plans Apply higher rates at the Louvre Museum For visitors outside the EU, and in India it has been applied Differentiated rates in emblematic monuments such as Taj Mahalwith higher prices for foreign tourists. All initiatives that seek a balance between the promotion of tourism and the preservation of heritage and the quality of life of the residents. A cultural problem. It is the last of the legs to be treated in the nation and its tourist boom. Beyond the quantitative theme and logistics impact, mass tourism In Japan it has also generated cultural conflicts. In Kyoto, and due to the inappropriate behaviors of tourists, Mayor Matsui has pointed out some “tips” to take into accountsuch as eating while walking through the streets, which is considered of bad education in Japanese culture. In addition, Matsui also recalled that making strong noises in sanctuaries and other sacred spaces, chasing the geishas to take photographs without permission or entering tea houses without prior reserve, interrupting their traditional functioning, it is everything but educated for the nation. Plus: The geographical design of the city, surrounded by mountains and with narrow streets in its historic center, aggravates these problems, making the city particularly sensitive to tourist saturation. The future of tourism. That said, and despite the difficulties, Kyoto says he remains committed to receiving tourists and sharing his cultural and historical wealth. However, the local administration works to ensure that this growth is managed sustainably. Matsui reaffirms that these initiatives do not seek to restrict tourism, but to administer it efficiently and respectfully with the community and the environment. The proposal of differentiated rates is part of a two -year planwhich must still be approved by the City Council. If implemented, Kyoto would mark a precedent in Japan and could influence other regions that face similar problems with mass tourism. Image | Robert Thomson In Xataka | Visitors do not stop arriving. The hospitality has seen the opportunity with two price levels: the tourist pays more In Xataka | Venice invented an entry rate to stop mass tourism. It has come out so well that it will double the price

The Chinese are traveling in mass to Japan and not just for tourism. Many of them arrive so as not to return

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Japan is living a boom of “foreigners” arrivals As you never remember. That, as we have explained above, is not always easy, especially at the time of fight between tourism and the life of the premises. This year, in addition, it is special. We are lunar new year, and the volume of travelers has shot a flag above others: China. The funny thing is that many of these visitors are not returning to the nation. Japan: main destination. Nikkei had a few days ago that China’s travel agencies found him: Japan has established itself as the most popular international destination for Chinese tourists During the recent eight -day holiday period, registering twice the reservations compared to the previous year. This growing preference responds to multiple factors, including geographical proximity, cultural attraction and Relaxation of visa restrictions implemented by the Japanese government in 2024. The impact of this opening in the Japanese tourism sector is significant, with an increase in the arrival of Chinese visitors who, if the trend is maintained, could generate substantial growth in the economy of the sector. On the other sidewalk, the decision to facilitate the obtaining of visas has been subject to controversy within the Democratic Liberal Party (PLD)where some conservative sectors consider that the measure was hurried in a context of geopolitical tensions between both countries. What is the new approach to tourism. Japan announced a few weeks ago the implementation of a new visa of multiple tickets with a duration of 10 yearsaddressed to Chinese citizens with high income and significant assets. This measure is part of a set of reforms designed to attract wealthy tourists and stimulate consumption in the nation, in a context of Low internal demand and population aging. In addition to the extended visa, The maximum stay of stay for Chinese tourists traveling in groups will double for 30 dayswith the objective of foster visits to rural destinations and not only to big cities. Other flexibility include the elimination of the employment test requirement for travelers over 65 and the abolition of the rule that forced to use a three -year tourist visa within the first three months after its broadcast. All measures that seek to consolidate Japan as the favorite destination of Chinese tourists, who represented the highest proportion of the 33 million foreign visitors that the country received last year. Live in Japan. But as we said at the beginning, the arrivals of Chinese visitors to Japan are not only temporary. Beyond tourism, a key aspect of the growing link between China and Japan is The increase in the number of Chinese citizens seeking permanent residence in the archipelago. A recent Nikkei report stood out that, at a time of uncertainty about the economic future from China, A growing number of Chinese is choosing to settle in Japan. This phenomenon raises questions about its expectations in a country where the economy has been marked by decades of deflation and salary stagnation. Japan’s appeal as a migratory destination for Chinese not only lies in economic factors, but also in the perception of stability and quality of life. However, this migratory flow also points to Challenges for both Chinese residents and Japanese societywhich has historically maintained a restrictive immigration policy. Art as a gateway. A particularly striking phenomenon is growing amount of young Chinese who see in Japanese art universities a viable path to obtain residence permanent. The recent immigration reform has facilitated access to this status for graduates of these institutions, encouraging a flow of students looking for a future in Japan after finishing their studies. So much, Admission in these universities remains a highly competitive processeven for Japanese students themselves. Getting a place in these higher education centers not only requires academic excellence, but also Advanced artistic skillswhich makes this immigration route accessible only for a select minority. Osaka and China. It is possibly the best example of this exodus. In the last decade, the Chinese community in Osaka has experienced unprecedented growth, duplicating its size and reaching approximately 50,000 residents in 2024according to municipal data. At the moment, The Chinese represent the second largest foreign community in the cityjust behind the Koreans. This increase is driven by that new immigration wave of wealthy people who have acquired homes in the region since the pandemic. Neighborhoods like Nishinari and Naniwa have seen a rapid growth of predominantly Chinese communities, With some areas where up to 90% of residents are of Chinese origin. In these areas, it is common to find schools aimed at the Chinese diaspora, three -story homes with traditional decoration and the presence of businesses that serve the growing community. Connectivity with Kansai International Airport, which allows Shanghai to be reached in just two hours, has been another key factor for this residential choice. The Chinese resident. A study by Professor Toshio Mizuuchi (Osaka Metropolitan University) and the associated professor Lu Lijun (Fukuoka Prefectural University) between 2022 and 2023 analyzed 172 Chinese households in Osaka. The results revealed key trends over this community. In essence, the data reflected that, unlike previous generations of Chinese migrants in Japan, this new wave does not follow the traditional pattern of international students entering the Japanese labor market before settling. On the other hand, from the pandemic, accommodated families have begun to move directly from China without speaking Japanese. Thus, the increase in Chinese tourism and migration in Japan seems to reflect structural changes in the relationship between the two countries, changes marked by both economic opportunities and by the political and social challenges themselves. While Japan looking capitalize The rise of Chinese tourism, long -term migration could redefine work and cultural dynamics within Japanese society. Image | Pedro Szekely In Xataka | China has been claiming as its islands from Japan 130 years. So he has made a decision: surround them with buoys In Xataka | At 4,500 meters high there is a “sexual” fungus for which people die. In China they pay for fortunes for aphrodisiac

Venice invented an entry rate to stop mass tourism. It has come out so well that it will double the price

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Tourism is equal to massification in Venice. It is nothing new and, in fact, the enclave has been a pioneer in some regulations that have sought to put the hordes to combine the life of the premises and that their ecosystem does not end up engulfed victim of their own success. His geography simply does not give for more, and that’s why they have imposed Bumpers to large groups with fines Whoever passes, or even They have tracked phones. They also imposed A pioneering tollan entry rate that went so well that They doubled the days. Now also the price. The experiment is consolidated. As we said, Venice is a pioneer in the imposition of An entry rate for single -day visitorsand success has been such for the administration that They have decided to duplicate the rate in 2025, raising it from 5 to 10 euros for those who enter without accommodation reserve. In addition, and as we explained a few months ago, The measure will be applied in 54 days a year, almost twice the 29 days selected in 2024. The dates include a continuous block from April 18 to May 4, followed by every Friday, Saturdays and Sundays until the end of July. The collection will remain from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, and those who reserve at least four days in advance may pay only 5 euros. What do politicians say. The Tourism Councilor, Simone Venturini, gave a track of the announced change. Apparently, at the Milan Bit fair, he said that the 2024 pilot project was so successful, achieving its goal of managing tourist flows and discouraging massive tourism of a single day, which they have decided to enhance it. In fact, International destinations such as Formentera in Spain either Kyoto in Japan They have shown interest in replicating the Venetian initiative. Impact on the tourist rate. In 2024, almost half a million tourists (485,062) paid the entry rate, that is, that They generated 2.4 million euros in revenue to public coffers (The cost of the system or the destination of the funds collected) has not been revealed. The registration data indicates that, after the Italians, the main tourists were Americans, Germans and French. In addition, the measure achieved a slight reduction in the number of visitors from the Véneto region, although the authorities have not given figures. We also remember that despite this tariff increase, access remains free for those who spend the night in the city, although They must register online in CDA.ve.it to obtain their exemption. Travelers who only transit Piazzale Rome, Tronchetto or Stazione Marittima, as well as those who visit the outer islands of the lagoon (Lido, Murano and Burano) without going through the center are also exempt. The future in Venice. It is the big question. The authorities admit that the rate alone is not enough to manage mass tourism, but they do consider that The created system feels the bases for future regulations stricter. Venice, that Receive tourists from 194 countriesremains one of the destinations most affected by tourist overexploitation, which has led to the implementation of increasingly restrictive measures in an effort to protect its fragile urban ecosystem and preserve its historical character. One more than difficult equation. Image | Hervé Simon In Xataka | Given the risk of extreme saturation and weather, Spanish tourism already knows where to grow: winter In Xataka | Italy Veta One of the great symbols of mass tourism: the use of keys to make auto check-in is prohibited

Arizona lawmakers propose law to make Trump’s mass deportations easier

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Arizona lawmakers are considering new law to ensure key border state cooperates with new administration’s mass deportation push in response to the question of to what extent states will help Donald Trump’s government. Senate President Warren Petersen introduced the “Arizona ICE Act,” which would require sheriff’s departments and the Arizona Department of Corrections to sign cooperative agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The cooperation agreement with the Office of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), under the controversial federal program 287 (g), would grant immigration agent functions to local police departments, including the identification and detention of a person suspected of being an undocumented immigrant. “Ending the crisis at the border requires all of us to cooperate. This legislation will allow the federal and state governments to work together to protect our citizens,” Petersen said in statements sent to EFE. The proposal also seeks to provide additional funds so that police departments can implement state law 314, passed in Arizona during the last November elections. This law allows police departments to arrest and imprison migrants who have crossed the border irregularly. The law has not yet taken effect as Arizona awaits the legal future of a similar law passed in Texas that is in the courts. The Arizona State Sheriffs’ Association has requested at least an additional $50 million in funding from the state Legislature to implement this new measure if it goes into effect. The Republican Party maintained control of the Arizona state legislature during the last election, which makes it easier for them to advance laws against irregular migration. Petersen said he hopes Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, will not oppose this bill and “respect” the will of voters by signing the legislation once it reaches her desk. Keep reading: • Republican senator claims that ICE arrested 308 immigrants in a matter of hours• They denounce the arrest of 200 immigrants in a surprise raid carried out in California• ICE withdraws ‘sensitive areas’ rule to carry out raids against immigrants anywhere: schools, churches, shelters, courts

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