Round Table China Have you tried 'loser rafting'?
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Jul 21, 2025 Join Yu Xian and Steve Hatherly, both keen commentators on culture and lifestyle, as they dive into the quirky trend of 'loser rafting' this summer. They explore how people are adapting to sweltering heat with a laid-back approach to leisure, floating along rivers without a care in the world. The discussion also touches on the booming air conditioning market as temperatures soar and how outdoor activities like rafting are not just refreshing but also foster community bonds, all while capturing Instagram-worthy moments.
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Global Heat Wave Impacts Life
- This summer is breaking heat records globally, from Asia to Europe.
- Rising temperatures are causing lifestyle changes, like more reliance on air conditioning and outdoor activities.
Prolonged Global Temperature Rise
- Global temperatures are expected to stay near record highs for the next five years.
- June 2023 was the third warmest June on record globally since 1850.
Humidity Exacerbates Heat Effects
- Increased humidity in Beijing intensifies the lethargic feeling from heat.
- Heatwaves affected large regions including Europe, the US, northern Canada, and parts of China.