The value of the yen has soared.

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Industrial production rose sharply in July.

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Corporate earnings in the first quarter improved sharply.

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In America, the consumption of fast-food has tripled between 1977 and 1995.

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It means a huge increase in the use of air conditioning which uses energy, which costs money and creates pollution.

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The number of tourists has increased greatly in recent years.

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