Meteorological Agency's readings taken over grass at 2m will create a reading lower than what you'll be facing in the streets.

Once again we are reminded that like in many other countries any talk of higher taxes is a sure way to get voted down and out.

The Forestry Agency and the Ministry of Land are considering restrictions on foreign ownership of forests.

A 2006 study found that Japanese executives are paid 9-10 times LESS than their U.S. colleagues.