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Number of Japanese restaurants overseas down for first time amid China slowdown
The Chinese economy has recently been hit by weak domestic demand amid a property industry crisis.
North Korea leader Kim calls for strong artillery production ahead of party congress
SEOUL, Dec 30 - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a factory that produces multiple rocket launchers and ordered increased output of the weapons system that would be the mainstay of the country's modernised long-range artillery, state media reported on Tuesday.
Saudi-led coalition says targeted arms shipments from UAE in Yemen
A Saudi-led coalition targeted a large quantity of weapons and combat vehicles that were being offloaded in Yemen from ships coming from the UAE, the Saudi news agency reported Tuesday. The coalition had warned it would back Yemen's government in any military confrontation with
Spanish woman who found fame for botching fresco restoration dies
Cecilia Giménez's effort to restore the painting Ecce Homo earned the artwork the nickname "Monkey Christ".
How growing up in war really affects an 11-year-old
Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them - and what, if anything, can help.
Chinese homeschool students embrace freer youth in cut-throat market
Homeschooling is banned in China, although the authorities generally overlook rare individual cases.
Are Colorado's new natural gas pipeline rules tough enough?
A state audit in 2023 painted a grim picture of Colorado's oversight of natural gas pipelines, but critics say despite the findings and legislation mandating improvements, new rules backed by regulators are inadequate.
‘Durian tsunami’: Musang King prices in Malaysia fall after bumper crop
One stall has even introduced a “fill-the-bag” Musang King package.
Khaleda Zia: Slain leader's widow who became Bangladesh's first PM
The country's first female prime minister governed in periods of violent unrest and economic hardship.
Bangladesh's first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
Zia became the country's first female leader in 1991 after its first democratic election in 20 years.
Colorado River: Upper Basin states must be willing to compromise
The states along the Colorado River are proving the truth of the famous adage often attributed to Mark Twain: "Whiskey is for drinking; water is for fighting over."
Zelensky says Putin ‘doesn’t want success for Ukraine,’ contradicting Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russian President Vladimir Putin “doesn’t want success for Ukraine,” contradicting an earlier statement from President Trump. “I don't trust Putin. And he doesn't want success for Ukraine, really, he doesn't want — he can say it.
Bears delaying hibernation due to food access in Japan’s residential areas: Expert
Bears start hibernation after realising there is no food in the mountains, an expert noted.
China plans AI rules to protect children and tackle suicide risks
The draft regulations are aimed to address concerns around chatbots, which have surged in popularity in recent months.
‘The Princess Bride’ Star Cary Elwes Shares Tribute to Rob Reiner: ‘From That Very First Meeting I Fell In Love With Him’
Cary Elwes, who starred in Rob Reiner’s 1987 fantasy classic “The Princess Bride,” released a statement on Instagram Monday night in remembrance of the director and his wife, Michelle Singer, who were found dead in their Brentwood home on Dec. 14. “Enough time has passed that I
Accidental death reports in Japan to be reviewed with AI
Data will be used to draft prevention measures.
Alleged Bondi gunmen acted alone and did not train in the Philippines, police say
The father-and-son duo spent a month in the Philippines before the attack that killed 15 people in Bondi.
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, dies at 80
DHAKA, Dec 30 - Khaleda Zia, who became Bangladesh's first female prime minister in 1991 and went on to develop a bitter rivalry with Sheikh Hasina as they spent decades trading power, died on Tuesday after a long illness. She was 80.
Soaring prices spark Australia gold rush for new generation of fortune hunters
A dream of riches drives people to get out, but they stay because of psychological benefits that come from the hunt.
Beijing slams 'forced demolition' of Chinese monument at Panama Canal
The mayor's office in Arraijan, Panama said the monument, built in 2004, was taken down because it had structural damage that posed a "risk".
Bison return to Illinois' Kane County after 200 years, a crucial step for conservation and Indigenous connection
From their cozy homes in suburban Burlington, children curiously watch their new neighbors through windows and brainstorm nicknames.
Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
Many believed that Khaleda Zia would sweep elections next year to lead her country once again.
Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin to resign as chair of opposition bloc PN
The Perikatan Nasional coalition is made up of Parti Islam Se-Malaysia and Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia among others. Muhyiddin is the president of Bersatu.
Police say Bondi Beach mass shooting suspects ‘acted alone’
Currently, no evidence suggests the alleged offenders were part of a broader terrorist cell.
Former Malaysia PM Muhyiddin resigns as chief of opposition bloc Perikatan Nasional
His resignation comes amid tensions in December within the Malay Muslim-dominated PN coalition.
Pine beetles are poised to decimate Colorado Front Range forests: 'Our ability to stop the spread is very limited'
Vast swaths of the ponderosa pine forests that blanket Colorado's Front Range mountains could turn rust-colored and die over the next five years as pine beetles begin to spread aggressively, new federal forecasts show.
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies at 80
She had vowed to campaign in elections set for February 2026.
Mariah Carey Celebrates ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ Extending Historic Hot 100 Record
The iconic holiday song has spent 22 weeks at Number One
China conducts second day of military drills around Taiwan
The two-day war games, code-named "Justice Mission 2025", have been slammed by Taipei as "military intimidation" by Beijing.
'No worries': Trump downplays Chinese military drills around Taiwan
The US President has downplayed the drills which follow a US announcement of an $11bn arms sale to Taiwan.
The fight over Christian nationalism in a small Tennessee town
A controversy kicked off after two religious podcasters moved into an Appalachian hill town deep in the Bible Belt.
You Might Be Misreading Your Dog
Our own emotions may play a major role when gauging Fido’s feelings The post You Might Be Misreading Your Dog appeared first on Nautilus .
Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes second medical procedure for hiccups
The former far-right leader receives second treatment in three days for chronic hiccups.
Photographing the hidden world of slime mould
Meet Barry Webb and his award-winning images of the tiny world of slime mould.
Naan: How the 'world's best bread' travelled from Islamic courts to our plates
Naan, a leavened flatbread, was once the food of nobility but is now a global culinary delight.
China launches live-firing drills around Taiwan in its biggest war games to date
This marks China’s sixth major round of war games since 2022.
Coups, elections and protests - a difficult year for democracy in Africa
Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.
Explainer-What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
TAIPEI, Dec 30 - China said on Tuesday it would \"never hesitate to combat separatism\" as it held a second day of war games around Taiwan, describing the drills it calls \"Justice Mission 2025\" as a warning against independence and foreign interference.
‘Wicked: For Good’ Hits Streaming — How to Watch Part Two at Home
When and where to stream Jon M. Chu's 2025 film adaptation online.
Russia's losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever, as US pushes for peace deal
A steep rise in soldiers' obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war losses.
Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly'
The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu.
