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How Does a Country's Debt Affect its Citizens?

Currently my country, Philippines, has tons of debt and it keeps increasing every year.

There'd be stats like, each Filipino has 120k php (around 2.3k usd) of debt. But of course the individual doesn't directly pay for the debt but rather supposedly taken from the taxes we pay.

So how does it actually work?

How Do You Deep Clean a Mattress? What Tools Do I Need?

I am naturally sweaty and only use Fan (no AC) so I sweat through the night and the smell sticks to the mattress (and the pillows).

Is there a way to clean this mattress before I invest in a mattress cover?

1. Hearing "Osamu Tezuka", what are your impressions even if you haven't read any of his works?
2. If you've read any of his works, do you think it holds up to modern manga?
3. What's your take on old manga like these? Do they have similarities from other works in this era?

Introduction

Osamu Tezuka, often referred to as the "God of Manga," was a prolific Japanese manga artist, animator, and film producer. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of manga and anime. Tezuka's impact on the industry is immeasurable, as he pioneered many of the storytelling techniques and visual styles that continue to shape manga and anime to this day.

• Wikipedia article
• Mangaupdates page
• MyAnimeList page

Short Bio

Osamu Tezuka was born on November 3, 1928, in Toyonaka, Osaka, Japan. He demonstrated an early interest in drawing and animation, creating his first manga at the age of five. Tezuka's contributions to manga are so significant that he is often credited with shaping the modern manga industry. He played a pivotal role in moving manga from being primarily humorous and light-hearted to encompassing a wide range of genres and themes.

Tezuka's major works include:

Astro Boy (Tetsuwan Atom) (1951)

Astro Boy is one of Tezuka's most iconic creations. It follows the adventures of a robot boy named Atom in a futuristic world where robots and humans coexist. The series was groundbreaking for its exploration of complex moral and ethical dilemmas through the lens of science fiction.

Black Jack (1973)

Black Jack is a brilliant surgeon with a mysterious past and a penchant for performing miraculous medical procedures. The series delves into medical ethics, societal issues, and the human condition.

Phoenix (Hi no Tori) (1954)

Phoenix is an epic manga that spans multiple timelines and explores themes of immortality, rebirth, and the cyclical nature of human history. Each story arc is set in a different time period, from ancient Japan to a distant future.

Buddha (1972)

Buddha is a historical drama that retells the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism. Tezuka's unique storytelling combines historical accuracy with imaginative elements.

Kimba the White Lion (Jungle Taitei) (1950)

Kimba the White Lion follows the adventures of a young lion named Kimba as he strives to bring peace and understanding between animals and humans. The series is known for its environmental and conservation themes.

Message to Adolf (Adolf ni Tsugu) (1983)

Message to Adolf is a complex narrative that weaves together the stories of three individuals named Adolf against the backdrop of World War II. It explores themes of identity, prejudice, and the impact of historical events on personal lives.

Legacy

Osamu Tezuka's impact on the manga and anime industries is immeasurable. His innovative storytelling techniques, cinematic panel layouts, and diverse range of genres have shaped the medium for generations to come. Tezuka's work laid the foundation for the development of more mature and socially relevant themes in manga, expanding its audience and artistic possibilities.

Fun Fact

Osamu Tezuka's animation studio, Mushi Productions, faced financial difficulties due to ambitious projects and overexpansion. Despite its eventual bankruptcy, Tezuka's creative vision and legacy continued to inspire countless artists and animators, leading to the vibrant industry we know today.

What do you think about this author and his works?

Hello, I'll try to make at least one mangaka discussion post per week. Let me know in the comments which one you want to see next time.

Any suggestions to make these better are welcome.

Other Mangaka Discussion

Osamu Tezuka | Takeshi Obata

Should I Continue Reading Rinne?

I'm about 15 chapters in and it's just the same "enemy" of the week story.

I tried to read it because Rumiko Takahashi (damn she's still making manga at 66).

Does the story get better?

Are There Free Wi-Fis on Train Stations? or Recommend Places With Free Wi-Fi?

I'll be traveling with a big group (family of about 20+) and we might avail a portable wifi device for the group as a whole.

If I plan to do some stuff away from the group, are there any reliable places where they offer free wi-fi so I don't get lost?

Please Give Me Some Alternatives to Genshin Impact and Spider-Man (PS4) on PC/Android

I realized that I like these two games a lot and their common feature is the open world side quest things.

When I play Spider-Man instead of teleporting to the main quest, I swing to the general direction and probably clear most of everything I encounter (Photography, Random Crimes, enemy hideouts, etc.) that I find myself spending most of my time doing the world quests rather than the main story quests.

Same thing with Genshin, I remember my first 10 or so hours of playing it was just looking for chests throughout the map, opening waypoints, looking for those anemoculus, etc.

Bad thing with Genshin though is that it has Gacha so I thought to look for Alternatives.

Yes, I could just continue playing Spider-Man instead but I don't normally have access to a PS4/PS5. (I can play on PC, but I'd rather just finish it on the ps4 instead of paying for it twice).

I guess in summary, please recommend games that has these amazing world quests (BOTW is another one, but I already plan to play that).

What's the Best Non-Alcoholic Alternative to an Ice Cold Beer at the End of the Day?

The flavor of beer is rich and complex and I can't think of anything to replace the experience of beer.

If it helps, I actually like fruity beer, something sweet but with still some bitterness and that complex flavor I can't describe that most good beers have.

Why not a softdrink or a root beer? It's just not the same, it's like a different branch from beer.

###Gen.G 3-0 Hanwha Life Esports
Gen.G move on to face T1 in the Upper Bracket Finals. Hanwha Life Esports will face KT Rolster in the lower bracket

KT 2 - 3 T1

KT bringing it to Silver Scrapes but T1 with God Zeus and Keria closing it out was such a fun series.

T1 3 - 1 DK

Zeus was going ham on that Aatrox, what were your thoughts on this series. I thought it was pretty good, T1 is slightly back to form.

Why Don't They Make College Sports Manga? Is College Sports Not as Big as Highschool Sports in Japan?

I read a lot of sports manga, and I've noticed that most focuses on Highschool Sports (Baseball, Voleyball, Basketball, etc.). If it's not highschool, it's in a professional setting (e.g. Hajime no Ippo).

From reading baseball manga, I know there's at least a college league for baseball, but why isn't tackled more?

A Disk Read Error Occured, Does that Mean My Boot Drive Died? or Can My Other Disks be the Cause?

I can't check it one by one right now because this is my child brother's PC and I'm not at home.