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More and more students in Japan are using artificial intelligence (AI) to learn English and other languages. The language-learning app Duolingo (conduct) a survey (调查) on how students study languages. More than 4,700 Japanese students answered questions about their language-learning (habit). The survey found that the number of people (use) ChatGPT and other AI tools increased by more than 80 per cent in 2024. AI was particularly popular with younger people. The researchers said young people used AI more took face-to-face lessons. However, some people in their 20s were not (total) happy with AI lessons. They said AI lacked (缺乏) natural responses and was a little boring.

Duolingo said: "We're in the middle of an AI revolution (改革). Technology has long had an effect language learning." It found that apps were the most popular method in Japan to learn languages. English was the most studied language, (follow) by Korean. People are studying Korean to understand language as it is often spoken by favourite artists and celebrities. Duolingo said around 58 percent of people took part in the survey used language-learning apps. This was followed by video streaming platforms like YouTube and Netflix (37%), textbooks (36%) and online lessons (16%). The number of people going to a language school (decrease). Just 13. 8 percent of people went to classes with a teacher.

A recent survey shows a clear change in communication styles. Texting plays a leading role, with over 70% of young adults loving it. Voice notes are also very popular, being liked by nearly 40%. It seems linked to a general dislike of unexpected calls; more than half connect them with bad news. Interestingly, this aversion (讨厌) to phone calls isn't shared by elders. Only 1% of those aged 35 — 54 use more texts than calls.

The survey suggests a generational change in communication styles. Phone calls, once a useful tool for connection, are now seemingly dropping in favor of other methods like texting and voice notes.

As reported, the young have played a main role in the online messages and text messages. An ordinary explanation for their unwillingness to answer phone calls is the pressure connected with them. More than half of them think there is negative news when receiving unexpected calls. The young generally like planned phone conversations as the primary means of communication.

Whatever the case, it's clear that today, we don't even imagine communicating without the help of a phone. New technologies, such as social media, would ruin human relationships in the long term. As a matter of fact, this may already be happening.

Indeed, we can't ignore the value of the voice in human relations. Listening to the expression of another person brings us much closer to them. It's also easier to emotionally connect with others in this way. Text messages are more often misunderstood. When communicating something serious, it's always better to make a phone call.

On Sept 8, the men's rugby World Cup will start in France. The first match will be between France and New Zealand, but France may be feeling a bit nervous. Although it is a country with a small population, New Zealand has the best rugby team in the world.

Sione Multipola, 36, is a rugby player and coach from New Zealand. Rugby is the national sport in New Zealand. From the grassroots to the professional level, well-established pathways are in place for rugby, according to Multipola. And lots of kids start playing the sport from a young age, including himself. "I was inspired by my siblings and gathered with my friends just about every Saturday to play," said Multipola. Multipola said it's the sport's exciting nature that attracts so many players and fans. "Unlike soccer, where physical contact is limited, rugby's physicality adds an extra layer of excitement and intensity (强度)." This makes everything very unpredictable. And comebacks and last-minute victories are common,"keeping spectators on the edge of their seats".

The tackling aspect of rugby can seem dangerous, but Multipola makes sure that there are strict rules and guidelines in place for safety. "As a coach, I see new players feel scared about getting hurt," said Multipola,"but we teach them the rules and safe ways to tackle. Also when you expect to be tackled, it becomes less scary."

A good rugby player needs to be fast, strong and agile, said Multipola. And it's all about strategy, so you need to follow a good game plan and be prepared to make quick decisions.

The 20 teams playing at this year's Rugby World Cup — the tenth one to be held since 1987-have their game plans ready. Can New Zealand get the title for the fourth time? We'll have to wait and see

At the time, I thought I was killing it. I was making new friends and developing new interests. I joined the board of my children's school and packed my days with around 20 other activities to do. And then several events changed everything: pandemic restrictions (疫情限制), serious medical problems and losing my job. All these helped me see how burnt out I was.

All at once, I realized how good it felt not to be busy every second of every day. For the first time, I could carefully choose how I spent my days. Having to say no turned into the beauty of choosing to say no. Looking back, the pressure to say yes and smile was my choice. I felt obliged (有义务的) to say yes, from driving people to the airport to exchanging a carpool day, from attending charity events to seeing family every Friday night. I always wanted to solve everyone's problems and offered good solutions. I was everyone's cheerleader, but forgot how to cheer for myself along the way.

But saying no is being my own cheerleader. And it's not saying no to caring for family and friends, or helping someone out when they're in a pinch. Instead, it's a small change in mindset, taking a pause before agreeing. I take a breath, and check my energy and ability before jumping in.

Most importantly, I tell my kids there's nothing wrong with saying no. To give of yourself is important but to save yourself is important, too.