In Japan, police and convenience store clerks are equipped with an unconventional but effective tool to mark and identify criminals—paint-filled "anti-crime color balls." These bright orange or red spheres, filled with permanent dye, are thrown at fleeing suspects or vehicles during a crime or robbery attempt. Once the ball bursts, the suspect is stained with vibrant paint, making them easier to identify and track in crowded areas or later on surveillance footage. This method has become widely adopted in retail stores and law enforcement across Japan due to its simplicity and effectiveness. Unlike GPS or high-tech tracking devices, these balls are inexpensive, require no training, and don’t compromise anyone’s safety. It’s an ingenious blend of low-tech innovation and street-level practicality—one that other countries are beginning to notice as a clever deterrent against theft and escape attempts. #CrimePrevention #JapanInnovation #LawEnforcement #SmartSecurity #PublicSafety

Happy #wipwednesday 😃🧵This week I finished making shorts for Matcha Roll! I tested out several shorts and bloomers patterns until I decided to use @simplicity_creative_group pattern 1370 as a base, which I’ve actually sewn several times before. I merged the waistband to the shorts and shortened the inseam. With all the pattern tests and mock-ups I made, I really got to test out the new fabric shears that @famorecutlery sent me as part of the Floral Sewing Kit! Can’t wait to try out all the tools in the kit! Similar to the bodice, I added kumihimo details to the lower edge of the shorts. For structure, I added 1” horsehair braid to the hem since I expected the kumihimo to weigh it down. The kumihimo is only on the front and side of each leg since I didn’t want to sit on it, and also because it took me almost 6 hours of braiding to get this much length 🙃 The backside of the shorts will be covered by the bustle skirt, which is the next part I’ll be working on! . . . #cosplay #cosplayer #cosplayersofig #cosplaygirl #sakizo #sakizou #sakizocosplay #cosplaywip #famore #simplicity #simplicitypatterns #sewing #kumihimo Ariel • AriNico Cosplay IG:arinicocosplay

Tomato and Mozzarella Salad Classic Tomato and Mozzarella Salad with Basil and Balsamic Glaze Ingredients: 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: On a large serving platter, alternate slices of tomato and mozzarella in an overlapping pattern. Tuck whole basil leaves between the layers of tomato and cheese. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the top of the salad. Follow with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a sweet and tangy finish. Sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavors. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving for a chilled version. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #capresesalad #tomatomozzarella #basilrecipes #freshsalads #quickmeals #summerrecipes #classicitalian #vegetarianrecipes #saladideas #balsamicglaze #oliveoilrecipes #healthyitalianfood #easyappetizers #simpleingredients #saladplating #gardenfresh #tomatorecipes #mozzarellalovers #lightmeals #cheeseloversunite Nothing beats the simplicity of a Tomato and Mozzarella Salad Fresh, juicy, creamy, and topped with basil + balsamic bliss!

Hainanese Chicken Rice Poached Hainan Chicken with Fragrant Garlic Rice and Trio of Dipping Sauces Ingredients: For the Chicken: 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lbs), cleaned 1 tablespoon salt (for scrubbing) 5 slices fresh ginger 3 scallions Water (enough to submerge the chicken) Ice water (for ice bath) For the Rice: 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed 2 tablespoons chicken fat or vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of ginger, minced 2 1/2 cups chicken poaching broth 1/2 teaspoon salt For the Sauces: Ginger-Garlic Sauce: 2 tablespoons minced ginger 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup hot oil Chili Sauce: 2 red chilies, chopped 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 cloves garlic 1/2 teaspoon sugar Salt to taste Soy Sauce Drizzle: 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons chicken broth To Serve: Cucumber slices Fresh cilantro Directions: Scrub the chicken skin with salt to clean and exfoliate, then rinse thoroughly. In a large pot, bring water, ginger slices, and scallions to a boil. Lower to a gentle simmer, add the chicken, and cook for 30–35 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover, and let the chicken steep for another 20 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath for 10 minutes. Remove, pat dry, and chop into serving portions. In a pan, heat chicken fat or oil and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add rinsed rice, stir for 2–3 minutes, then pour in chicken broth and salt. Cook rice until fluffy. For sauces: Mix ingredients of each sauce in small bowls. Heat oil for ginger-garlic sauce and pour over the aromatics. Blend chili sauce ingredients in a blender or with immersion blender. Plate chicken over a bed of rice with sauces on the side. Garnish with cucumbers and cilantro. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #hainanesechickenrice #poachedchicken #garlicrice #chinesestreetfood #singaporefood #comfortfoodclassic #asianfoodlover #riceandchicken #authenticasian #gingerchickensauce #chiliheat #soyseasoned #cleaneats #asiancomfortfood #chinesehomecooking #steamedgoodness #silkyskinchicken #easyasianmeals #flavorfulsimplicity #streetfoodstyle One of Asia’s most beloved comfort foods—Hainanese Chicken Rice! Silky chicken, garlic-infused rice, and 3 flavorful sauces. Pure perfection.