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The Mainichi
a day ago
- The Mainichi
News in Easy English: Hiroshima boy guides tourists and shares message of peace
Shun Sasaki works as a volunteer guide for foreign visitors at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima's Naka Ward on July 10, 2025. His bib is signed with messages from the people he has guided. (Mainichi/Takehiko Onishi) HIROSHIMA -- Shun Sasaki, 12, is a sixth-grade student at Hiroshima municipal Gion Elementary School. He and one other child will read this year's Children's Commitment to Peace on the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Aug. 6. Shun's great-grandmother was a hibakusha, or A-bomb survivor. Shun works as a volunteer guide, speaking English to tourists at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Read the full English article Read the original Japanese article In July, Shun greeted a foreign family at Peace Memorial Park. He told them about the Atomic Bomb Dome and why the city keeps it, so people remember the tragedy and do not repeat it. When a man tried to give Shun money, he said, "Time is money" and did not take it. Shun gave out paper cranes and asked people to share what they learned. In these photos from a folder Shun Sasaki uses when guiding tourists, his great-grandmother Yuriko is seen, in Hiroshima's Naka Ward on July 10, 2025. (Mainichi/Takehiko Onishi) Shun started listening to English learning materials when he was only 7 months old. By age 4, he could speak his thoughts in English. He became interested in Peace Memorial Park in first grade. He asked his mother, "Why do they keep (the A-bomb Dome) when it's so dilapidated? They should tear it down and build something new." His mother said, "Let's look it up together." They learned about the bombing and the city's recovery. Shun likes to talk to foreign visitors. Once, he could not answer a tourist's question, so he studied more. His mother suggested, "Why don't you be a guide at Peace Memorial Park?" Shun started guiding on Aug. 6, 2021. Now, he guides tourists twice a month at seven places in the park. He uses quizzes and tells people about local okonomiyaki restaurants. Shun also shares his great-grandmother Yuriko's story. Yuriko was 12 when the bomb exploded. She was trapped under her ruined house but was saved by her father. They escaped to a safer place. Yuriko later had cancer and died at 69. Her name is in the register of A-bomb victims. Shun learned about Yuriko from his grandfather. Shun said, "I never thought there'd be a hibakusha in my family. It was a shock to know someone close to me experienced the tragedy." He also said, "Now that I know, I must share it." Shun Sasaki, far right, guides foreign visitors to Hiroshima in English at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima's Naka Ward on July 10, 2025. (Mainichi/Takehiko Onishi) That March, Shun met an American tourist who changed his mind about nuclear weapons after hearing Shun's story. A Dutch man also said he learned something new. Shun said, "I learned that when I'm guiding, people's hearts can be moved." He also said that the wars happening in the world are "really scary. Wars happen because people can't accept differences in other countries' cultures and ways of thinking. Even in daily life I guess it's important to search for the good in other people, not just the bad things." Shun and another student were chosen from over 10,000 sixth graders to read the Children's Commitment to Peace. He said, "Many people don't know the true nature of the tragedy. Rather than what's right or wrong, I want people to know the facts." (Japanese original by Takehiko Onishi, Osaka Photo and Video Department) Vocabulary hibakusha: a person who survived the atomic bomb in Hiroshima or Nagasaki tragedy: a very sad or terrible event dilapidated: old and in bad condition pledge: a serious promise register: an official list anniversary: a special day to remember something that happened in the past commitment: a promise to do something abolished: ended or stopped completely
Tom's Guide
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Get ready, Innies: The iconic 'Severance' keyboard is real, and it'll cost you more than a PS5 Pro
If you're a fan of Apple TV Plus' hit show "Severance," you may have seen the MDR Dasher Keyboard that's an exact replica the Innies of Lumon Industries use. Well, it's real, and it now has a very expensive price tag. The "Severance" keyboard from indie studio Atomic Keyboard is available to pre-order as part of a Kickstarter campaign, and it retails for a whopping $899. However, early adopters can sign up now to grab it for $599. That's one steep price tag, one that far outdoes many of the best keyboards. In fact, even a $699 PS5 Pro is cheaper at its full retail price, but I wouldn't expect anything less from a keyboard that has ties with Lumon Industries. The MDR Dasher Keyboard is set to start shipping from November, arriving with a built-in trackball, swappable layouts (like between an Outie and an Innie from the show) and a CNC-machined aluminum case with an all-metal design. For fans of "Severance" who want a taste of the work culture of Mark S., Helly R., Dylan G. and Irving B, the MDR Dasher Keyboard should provide if you've got a lot of spare change. At least those interested can knock off $300 if they pre-order now. The MDR Dasher Keyboard from Atomic offers the "Severance" work experience, all without an Esc key. It does come with a customizable layout and macros, though, and you can swap out the built-in trackball for a number pad instead. It retails at $899, but those who sign up now can get it for $599 with a $10 deposit when it's launched on Kickstarter. The MDR Dasher Keyboard was announced earlier this year, but Atomic Keyboard has made a few changes in the lead-up to its release. That includes 3 swappable layouts that are aptly named the Innie, Outie and Dasher. With its magnetic top sheet, users can swap keys, and even the trackball, to suit the Innie work-life (or more relaxed Outie one). Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The Innie layout is the one inspired by the show, without any Option, Control or Escape key, while the Outie layout turns it into a 60% keyboard layout like a usual board. As for the Dasher layout, it swaps out the 50mm trackball on the right for a full number pad and modifier keys. Along with the built-in trackball, Atmoic added two keycaps with MX switches to act as mouse buttons. That makes for an interesting setup, but I wouldn't worry about moving the keyboard around while using it, as it weighs a bulky 15.4 pounds (7kg). It's an all-metal design with a steel top sheet and an aerospace-grade aluminum case, so expect this to stick firmly to a desk. Just so it doesn't just appease the higher-ups of Lumon, the MDR Dasher Keyboard also comes with a web configurator that can customize macros and apparently "unlock advanced features," whatever they may be. This is all done through a website, similar to Keychron and Lemokey keyboards. So, if you'd prefer to pay extra for a kitted-out keyboard from "Severance" rather than a more affordable PS5 Pro, the MDR Dasher Keyboard may just do the trick. We'll be interested to see how this keyboard performs, and if it's really worth that jaw-dropping $899 cost. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PNC Launches New Digital Direct Deposit: A Move to Boost Fee Income?
PNC Financial Services Group PNC is making efforts to increase its direct deposit market share by automating the payroll deposit switch process for consumers. This will likely help the company to bolster its fee-based income. The bank unveiled a new feature, PNC Direct Deposit, designed to enable customers to automatically set up direct deposits for payroll, Social Security payments, or other regular income through the PNC Mobile app. PNC Direct Deposit is an integrated experience that provides clients with a seamless and streamlined option to update or change their direct deposit preferences with just a few clicks, eliminating the need to fill out forms or make phone calls. It combines the roles of the employer, payroll provider, and bank into a single digital interface. The solution has been developed in partnership with the account-switching fintech Atomic. The new digital solution eliminates the need for users to manually enter routing and account numbers, thereby minimizing the risk of user errors and payment delays. Alex Overstrom, head of Retail Banking, stated that, "This integrated direct deposit solution is just another example of how PNC is continuously enhancing and improving the client experience." Overstrom further added, "By embedding direct deposit functions directly within the mobile app, our clients can seamlessly update and manage their direct deposit preferences without the hassle of filling out paperwork and finding routing and account numbers." By allowing customers to easily set up and manage their deposits using the mobile app, PNC Direct Deposit serves as a strategic tool to deepen customer relationships and positions itself to capitalize on increased engagement with fee-generating products and services. As more customers centralize their finances with PNC, the bank stands to gain from increased adoption of services that carry associated fees, ultimately supporting its broader goal of expanding its non-interest income base. Over the past year, PNC shares have gained 20.4% year to date compared with the industry's growth of 34.1%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. In June 2025, U.S. Bancorp USB entered a partnership with Fiservto integrate its Elan Financial Services credit card program into Fiserv's Credit Choice solution. The collaboration aims to enhance digital card issuance capabilities, providing financial institutions with a seamless, integrated experience. The integration of Elan's credit card program into Fiserv's Credit Choice solution strengthens USB's digital-first strategy. This integration will enable consumers and small businesses to access both debit and credit card account details within a unified digital platform. Likewise, in May 2025, Deutsche Bank DB collaborated with International Business Machines IBM and finaXai, a Singapore-based AI company. DB reinforced its strategic partnership with IBM through a new license agreement, providing the former with greater access to International Business Machines' advanced software solutions. Further, the collaboration with finaXai is expected to expand Project DAMA 2 significantly — Deutsche Bank's public-permissioned multi-chain asset servicing pilot. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc (PNC) : Free Stock Analysis Report International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) : Free Stock Analysis Report Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft (DB) : Free Stock Analysis Report U.S. Bancorp (USB) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Globe and Mail
09-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
PNC Launches New Digital Direct Deposit: A Move to Boost Fee Income?
PNC Financial Services Group PNC is making efforts to increase its direct deposit market share by automating the payroll deposit switch process for consumers. This will likely help the company to bolster its fee-based income. The bank unveiled a new feature, PNC Direct Deposit, designed to enable customers to automatically set up direct deposits for payroll, Social Security payments, or other regular income through the PNC Mobile app. PNC Direct Deposit is an integrated experience that provides clients with a seamless and streamlined option to update or change their direct deposit preferences with just a few clicks, eliminating the need to fill out forms or make phone calls. It combines the roles of the employer, payroll provider, and bank into a single digital interface. The solution has been developed in partnership with the account-switching fintech Atomic. The new digital solution eliminates the need for users to manually enter routing and account numbers, thereby minimizing the risk of user errors and payment delays. PNC's Management Remarks on PNC Direct Deposit Alex Overstrom, head of Retail Banking, stated that, "This integrated direct deposit solution is just another example of how PNC is continuously enhancing and improving the client experience." Overstrom further added, "By embedding direct deposit functions directly within the mobile app, our clients can seamlessly update and manage their direct deposit preferences without the hassle of filling out paperwork and finding routing and account numbers." How Does PNC's Direct Deposit Boost Fee Income? By allowing customers to easily set up and manage their deposits using the mobile app, PNC Direct Deposit serves as a strategic tool to deepen customer relationships and positions itself to capitalize on increased engagement with fee-generating products and services. As more customers centralize their finances with PNC, the bank stands to gain from increased adoption of services that carry associated fees, ultimately supporting its broader goal of expanding its non-interest income base. PNC's Zacks Rank & Price Performance Over the past year, PNC shares have gained 20.4% year to date compared with the industry 's growth of 34.1%. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Similar Steps by Other Finance Firms In June 2025, U.S. Bancorp USB entered a partnership with Fiservto integrate its Elan Financial Services credit card program into Fiserv's Credit Choice solution. The collaboration aims to enhance digital card issuance capabilities, providing financial institutions with a seamless, integrated experience. The integration of Elan's credit card program into Fiserv's Credit Choice solution strengthens USB's digital-first strategy. This integration will enable consumers and small businesses to access both debit and credit card account details within a unified digital platform. Likewise, in May 2025, Deutsche Bank DB collaborated with International Business Machines IBM and finaXai, a Singapore-based AI company. DB reinforced its strategic partnership with IBM through a new license agreement, providing the former with greater access to International Business Machines' advanced software solutions. Further, the collaboration with finaXai is expected to expand Project DAMA 2 significantly — Deutsche Bank's public-permissioned multi-chain asset servicing pilot. 5 Stocks Set to Double Each was handpicked by a Zacks expert as the #1 favorite stock to gain +100% or more in the coming year. While not all picks can be winners, previous recommendations have soared +112%, +171%, +209% and +232%. Most of the stocks in this report are flying under Wall Street radar, which provides a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor.
The Age
05-07-2025
- Business
- The Age
Northern beaches upgrade: From $1.7m brick house to $22m beauty
Marianne Davey and her husband, co-founder of media agency Atomic 212, James Dixon, have emerged as the latest home buyers in Manly's most coveted precinct for $22 million. The beautiful Watershed Architects -inspired home on an exclusive Manly street is one of the top sales for the year in the suburb, bought in Marianne's name. Dixon, the 52-year-old chief digital officer, earlier this year sold his independent media company to French communications giant Publicis Groupe for an undisclosed price, although previous reports cited industry estimates of anywhere from $35 million to $50 million. While Atomic is said to retain its brand, the 16-year-old company was Australia's largest remaining independent media agency that represents major clients such as Dan Murphy's, BMW Group, Salesforce, BHP, Origin Energy, Bupa and Tourism NT. It will join the French advertising and public relations company's stable that houses other agencies including Zenith, Starcom and Spark Foundry. It is likely to mark one of the last major deals of its kind in the industry. It's no surprise the family went shopping earlier this year. The purchase of the five-bedroom, three-bathroom house with a mortgage above Shelly Beach was from First Pharma director and executive chairman Andrew Howden and wife Julie. It sold through Jake Rowe of The Agency Northern Beaches, who declined to comment when contacted. The Howdens had long called Manly home after they purchased the lease from the Catholic Church in 2013 for $3 million.
