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Japan’s Premier Takaichi moves into PM’s official residence
Sources say an initial heavy diplomatic and parliamentary schedule pushed back the relocation.
Babysitting services for foreign tourists taking off in Japan
There were 36.8 million visitors to Japan in 2024, of which about 690,000 were aged four or younger.
China opposes recognition of Somaliland, affirms support for Somalia
BEIJING, Dec 29 (Reuters) - China opposes any attempt to split territories in Somalia, the foreign ministry said on Monday, affirming Chinese support for the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of the East African country. "No country should encourage or support other
Bones, brides and odysseys: The 20 most anticipated movies of 2026
Welcome to your moviegoing guide for 2026! Here are our picks for the unmissable movies coming to a cinema near you in the first half of the year.
Egyptian dissident apologises for tweets as Tories push for UK deportation
Shabana Mahmood is facing growing calls to revoke the citizenship of British-Egyptian dual national Alaa Abdel Fattah after the emergence of social media posts.
Malaysia’s former PM Najib files appeal against High Court’s dismissal of house arrest bid
His lawyer confirmed that the appeal was filed on Dec 24.
China says it’s ‘seriously dissatisfied’ with monument demolition in Panama
A local government tore down a monument honouring Chinese contributions to the Panama Canal.
Indonesian rescuers find a body while searching for Valencia coach and 3 children
The body of the female victim was found floating near the northern waters of Serai island, about 1km from the site of the sinking.
China-Indonesia ties show progress, feel pressure in 2025
China and Indonesia did more than commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2025. They stress-tested what partnership means when economic ambition, geopolitical flux and domestic governance collide. The year delivered tangible bilateral progress across diplomacy, defense,
Bali sees dip in domestic tourists, pins hopes on foreign visitors
Domestic travellers are increasingly flocking to alternative and closer destinations.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'consolidate ceasefire' in China talks
Thailand and Cambodia's top diplomats travelled to the Chinese province of Yunnan for trilateral talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss the border situation.
Iran sends conflicting signals on its missiles as Israeli concerns rise
Meeting between Trump and Netanyahu to focus prominently on Iran’s ballistic missile program. Reports of recent tests raise questions about Iranian intentions.
The hill I will die on: Pigeons are working-class heroes and deserve some respect | Toussaint Douglass
These unfairly maligned animals were nuggets for our ancestors and served for the UK during the second world war Is there something I would figuratively die on a hill for? Yes, there is – and as it happens, I’m sitting on a literal hill right now, feeding them. Pigeons. Why
Singapore to open coroner's inquiry into death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg on Jan 14
Zubeen Garg was 52 when he died in Singapore on Sep 19.
Houthi leader threatens any Israeli presence in Somaliland will be military target after recognition move
Yemen's Houthi leader also accused Israel of threatening security in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, urging Arab and Islamic states to take action. Israeli sources have warned in recent months of the diplomatic costs Israel could face as a result of recognizing Somaliland,
Syria secures Assad-era mass grave revealed by Reuters and opens criminal investigation
Dec 29 - Syria’s government has ordered soldiers to guard a mass grave created to conceal atrocities under Bashar al-Assad and has opened a criminal investigation, following a Reuters report that revealed a yearslong conspiracy by the fallen dictatorship to hide thousands of
Seven Turkish police wounded in clash with Islamic State militants
By Umit Bektas YALOVA, Turkey, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Seven Turkish police officers were wounded in a clash with suspected Islamic State militants in northwest Turkey on Monday and a police operation against them was ongoing, a Reuters witness and state media reported. Sporadic
Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘consolidate ceasefire’ in China talks
Thailand and Cambodia plan to rebuild mutual trust and consolidate a ceasefire, Beijing said.
Man kills at least 9, including his children, in Suriname stabbing, police say
Police accused a 42-year-old man of killing at least 9 people outside the capitol of Paramaribo, just days after Christmas.
Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Sydney Sweeney's new psychological thriller, the final ever episode of Stranger Things and a look back at the best movies, music and art exhibitions of 2025.
Peak Northern Lights and stunning hikes: The unmissable European places to visit in 2026
From culture and art to nature, these European destinations are some of the best to visit in 2026 if you want deeper authenticity, local immersion and unforgettable memories.