The French Fencing Federation has recognized lightsaber fighting as a legitimate sport, using polycarbonate replicas with rigid LED lights. The goal is to promote physical activity, following basic fencing rules with the first fighter to 15 points winning the match. Fencing originated in Spain and was one of the first sports in the modern Olympics. […]
Okinoshima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan, has strict gender rules that prohibit women from visiting and require men to complete rituals. Only 2017 men can visit annually. The island is home to rich biodiversity and archaeological finds dating back to the 4th century. The Japanese island of Okinoshima is home to rich biodiversity […]