Japanese authorities launched investigations into a record 7,120 people for cannabis offenses in 2025, a 12% rise from the previous year, government data showed Tuesday. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare…
singer RaeLynn files for divorce from Army veteran husband after decade-long marriage
RaeLynn revealed this week that she filed for divorce from her husband of more than 10 years. “After much thought and prayer, I have made the difficult decision to file for divorce,”…
ICE officer hailed as hero after saving driver injured in Missouri crash
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is being praised by the Department of Homeland Security after providing lifesaving care to a motorist injured in a crash in Missouri, DHS said Tuesday. DHS…
Saudi Arabia opens door to LGBTQ visitors ahead of 2034 World Cup
In the run-up to Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup, there are signs the Gulf monarchy is tentatively seeking to reassure LGBTQ visitors — with a queer cruise scheduled to arrive in the…
Japan OKs rules on social media in elections to maintain fairness
TOKYO Japan’s parliament on Monday enacted a law tightening rules on social media use in elections, seeking to maintain fairness by prohibiting the spread of false information about candidates and obligating platform…
No clear winners in parliamentary gridlock after PM relents over seat cuts
TOKYO : A rare concerted parliamentary boycott by opposition forces prompted Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to reconsider pushing a contentious bill to reduce lower house seats through parliament, but the seemingly unified…
Robert Davi Slams Mayor Mamdani Over NYC Map That Left Out Little Italy
Actor Robert Davi, known for his role in “Die Hard,” publicly criticised New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday after a city-produced map highlighting immigrant communities was found to have excluded…
Over 70% of Japanese Accommodation Facilities Face Labor Shortages Amid Tourism Boom, Government Report Finds
More than 70 percent of accommodation facilities in Japan are grappling with labor shortages as a surge in tourism strains the sector, according to a government white paper, which calls for greater…
Senator Lindsey Graham, Key Trump Ally, Dies at 71
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican and close ally of President Donald Trump, has died at age 71 following what his office described as a “brief and sudden illness.” A statement…
Justin Verlander Announces Retirement After Legendary Career
Justin Verlander announced on Wednesday that this season will be the last of his career, bringing an end to one of the most accomplished runs in modern baseball. The veteran pitcher’s return…