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Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Yahoo
Columbus restaurant says it was targeted in ICE raid
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Hiro Ramen and Tea on Sawmill Road said immigration officials arrested three staff members on Wednesday without a warrant. The restaurant addressed the incident in a post on social media, calling it 'shocking and traumatizing.' In the post, the restaurant said ICE officers made the arrests in the parking lot as the employees were coming to work. USDA cites Columbus Zoo for failure of door that resulted in lion's death 'While our parking lot is considered private property, apparently ICE only needs a warrant to seize people in private areas of the restaurant, such as the kitchen or back of house areas,' the restaurant wrote. 'Sadly, they do not need a warrant to arrest anyone in what is considered public areas of a restaurant.' The restaurant also addressed what it said were rumors that the owners called ICE on their staff members. 'These are hardworking people who we have spent the past years working side by side creating Hiro with day in and day out and we would have absolutely no reason, nor any desire, to call ICE on them or another person, ever,' the restaurant wrote. The restaurant thanked those who have expressed support for the restaurant. NBC4 reached out to the U.S. Marshal's office, which said it was not aware of any arrests. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
AsiaOne
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Video-taking ban at J-rock band My First Story's debut Singapore show results in superb concert experience , Entertainment News
Lights off, phones up. At most concerts I've attended, that is what usually happens. But for Japanese rock band My First Story's debut Singapore show on July 13, empty hands were up in the air. When the music started and lead singer Hiro and his band members - drummer Kid'z, bassist Nob and guitarist Teru - walked out, the fully seated crowd at Sands Theatre stood up and the screams were so deafening I had to put in my concert earplugs. It was almost like I was at a Japanese idol's concert - the crowd was so in sync with their cheers and arm-waving it reminded me of wotagei (synchronised cheering movements commonly done at idol shows), just without the glowing light sticks. Any attempts at video-recording during the 1.5 hour-long set were stopped by strict security, and while I'd usually be disappointed that I couldn't capture anything for the memories, I felt differently this time. The energy was so palpable, and the audience was so visibly immersed in every song since no one needed to fight to snap the best angle of the band. I'm someone who prefers to sit during concerts, but the atmosphere made it impossible for me to not join in and jump with everyone around me. By the time the third song Tokyo Midnight was being performed, I was out of breath and had to take a seat, but the audience kept going. Halfway through the concert, the band, which was formed in 2011, had a short talking segment. As I had predicted, there was no interpreter (a common occurrence at Japanese concerts) and for once, I felt my hours spent watching J-dramas came in handy. " Nihongo wakaru (do you understand Japanese)?" Kid'z asked the crowd. When the audience responded with an enthusiastic " Hai (yes)!", he looked surprised, asking if it was because of anime. He asked if they had seen Demon Slayer. Season four's opening theme Mugen was performed by them and soloist Hyde. "One Piece? Naruto?" he named a few others to get a gist of what the fans liked. While Kid'z continued joking around and interacting with the crowd, Hiro, standing at the front of the stage, smiled and silently took it all in. But the moment the lights turned off again, the 180-degree change from regular quiet Hiro to My First Story's frontman Hiro was jarring, in a good way. There was no bad seat in the venue as he made sure to run around and interact with fans at every angle he could. At one point, he even got off the stage and walked around the entire venue while he sang. My favourite part of the concert was during Confession, one of their few ballads. As Hiro's clear voice resounded through the venue, the audience turned on their phone flashlights and waved them in the air. Mid-song, he softly said in English: "Thank you, it's beautiful." Their 2022 song I'm a Mess felt like the climax of the show, with the majority of the audience jumping in sync and singing along to the lyrics, and a thought crossed my mind then: "Would it be the same had video-taking been allowed?" [[nid:719426]] Would the crowd be just as immersed in all 19 songs, and would the energy have felt as electrifying as it did? I remember talking to a friend who had flown to Hong Kong to attend a J-pop idol group's concert earlier in January, and how she told me her experience was much better than other shows because no one was engrossed in taking videos, and her view wasn't blocked by phones in the air. Back then, I could only imagine how such an experience would be like, but now that I have for myself, I can't help but wish this was the norm for every concert. [[nid:719986]] syarifahsn@ No part of this article can be reproduced without permission from AsiaOne.
Metropolis Japan
07-07-2025
- General
- Metropolis Japan
Why Japanese Homes Don't Have Ovens
And how to survive without one By Jessie Carbutt Roughly 94% of Japanese households do not have a built-in oven. And if you're used to baking lasagna, roasting a whole turkey, or even just reheating pizza on a baking sheet, this can be kind of a shock when you first move here. Japanese Kitchens Are Compact for a Reason If you've ever stepped into a typical Japanese apartment, you've probably noticed one thing right away: the kitchen is tiny. We're talking a sink, a single stove ring, maybe a fridge that's half the size of a Western one — and barely any counter space. Tokyo local Hiro put it bluntly: 'I don't really have that many recipes that need an oven! A lot of Japanese food is not baked, and I can use my microwave and toaster. Honestly, my kitchen is so small that I eat out a lot. With the price of rice going up, especially, it's often cheaper for me to do that. If I could afford a big place and had time to cook, maybe I'd have one.' Japanese homes, especially in urban centers, are designed to be ultra-efficient. Traditional meals like nabe (hot pot), yakitori (grilled skewers), and nimono (simmered dishes) are cooked on the stovetop, not in the oven. Baking just never became a home kitchen necessity in Japan. The Rise of the Microwave-Oven Hybrid One of the most popular appliances in Japan is the denshi renji (microwave oven) — and many of them are combo units that microwave and function as small convection ovens. But they're not exactly intuitive. Gemima, a designer who moved to Tokyo from Australia, told us: 'I really missed my oven at first since I liked baking cakes a lot. I have a microwave oven now that melts anything that touches the roof when I put it into oven mode, so it's kind of a pain to use.' These hybrid units can roast, bake, toast and microwave. But they're not going to fit your big casserole dish or the Thanksgiving turkey. If you've ever tried to bake cookies in one, you know it's a game of rotating trays and praying your dough doesn't crisp unevenly. Airfryers, Toaster Ovens, and the DIY Oven Life When we asked around about alternatives, the air fryer came up a lot. Miko, who lived in the U.S. for 10 years before returning to Tokyo, swears by hers: 'I have an air fryer that I religiously use. I can cook anything, and it takes up less space and heating time than an oven, so it works for me! It's very uncommon for Tokyo kitchens to have space in the kitchen for a traditional oven like I used to have in the U.S.' Toaster ovens are another big hit here. They're small, affordable, and surprisingly powerful. You can toast bread, reheat leftovers, roast vegetables and even bake cakes — if you're willing to go a little mini. Eating Out is the Backup Plan (and Sometimes the First Plan) Convenience stores and supermarkets in Japan are absurdly good. From karaage (fried chicken) to fresh sushi and seasonal bento (lunch boxes), there's very little incentive to cook everything from scratch — especially when you're short on time or space. And with places like Ootoya, Matsuya, or even the local depachika (department store basement food halls), hot meals are accessible for under ¥1,000. Many locals, like Hiro, genuinely find it cheaper and easier to grab meals outside rather than stock an expensive pantry — especially now, with prices of staples like rice going up. So, Why Japanese Homes Don't Have Ovens And Do You Need an Oven in Japan? Short answer: No. Longer answer: It depends on your cooking style. If you're big into baking or roasting, you'll need to either invest in a countertop oven or get creative with what's available. But plenty of people—both locals and expats—live without one just fine. The key is adapting. You might not be able to make a Thanksgiving turkey in your 1K apartment, but you can learn to love the stovetop, embrace the world of airfrying, and maybe even find your new go-to dish in the freezer section of 7-Eleven.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
German Shepherd's Precious ‘Post-Nap Bedhead' Has Everyone in Stitches
German Shepherd's Precious 'Post-Nap Bedhead' Has Everyone in Stitches originally appeared on Parade Pets. Naps are a massive part of every dog's life, it's just a fact. They need several naps a day, and if they don't get them, they'll be very grumpy. As I type this, my dog is napping in my lap. I'm using her as a desk, which she luckily doesn't mind too much. On Thursday, July 3rd, one sweet German Shepherd woke up with the funniest bedhead. Just by looking at him, you can tell that this nap was one for the books. It looks like he hardly remembers what planet he's on: Hiro the German Shepherd is just too cute for his own good. That bedhead is the sweetest thing anyone will see all day!Hiro is about 4 years old, though he's still a puppy at heart. He never grew out of that puppy-like playfulness (most German Shepherds don't), but he did grow into being a very handsome boy. He is so perfect: he's gentle, kind, and very, very snuggly. One of his favorite things to do is nap. He lives to take good naps, and if there's one thing everyone knows about napping, it's that waking up with your hair all wonky and sheet creases in your arms means it was truly a top tier napping experience. The way Hiro's fur is looking, he had the nap of his lifetime! He gives absolutely everything his all, and he always has. It takes a lot out of him! I mean, just look at how much effort it takes for him to have a simple pup cup: German Shepherds are a lot. They spend a lot of time awake, and the time they do spend awake, they're spending playing. They need a lot of exercise, a lot of time, and a lot of energy poured into them. After a good day of exercise, though, they will totally crash! And crash he did! Nice bedhead, Hiro! 🐶🐾🐾 German Shepherd's Precious 'Post-Nap Bedhead' Has Everyone in Stitches first appeared on Parade Pets on Jul 5, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Jul 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
AsiaOne
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: J-rock band My First Story 'excited but nervous' about debut Singapore concert — and other top stories today, World News
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. J-rock band My First Story 'excited but nervous' about debut Singapore concert He's performed here solo, and next month he'll be back with the full team. Lead singer Hiro from the Japanese rock band My First Story took to the stage at Anime Festival Asia last year, and in a recent interview with AsiaOne, he told us he's looking forward to performing here with his members Nob, Teru and Kid'z in the group's first Asia tour... » READ MORE 2. 'I finally get to be a psycho': Elvin Ng's unconventional role in new fantasy drama shows his different side Local actor Elvin Ng got to tap into a crazy and more rebellious side of himself for his latest character, a flirtatious and witchcraft-using psycho monk... » READ MORE 3. First time at Hyrox? Here's what you should know for a safe and optimal experience Are you going for your first Hyrox event? Or thinking about participating in the near future?... » READ MORE 4. RSAF airlifts sick crewman from container ship to hospital The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) airlifted a sick crewman on board a container ship to Singapore General Hospital (SGH) on Tuesday (June 24)... » READ MORE editor@
