Lawmakers eye extra benefits for child-rearing households
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is looking into increasing take-home pay for low- and middle-income workers by adjusting the amount of benefits according to income.
Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent ‘turning point’ in war
Brig. Gen. Andriy Biletsky, who commands one of Ukraine’s most respected fighting forces, said he believes Russia’s army is exhausted and incapable of making major breakthroughs.
’Geek’ hangout to tourist draw: Japan’s maid cafes
Once niche “otaku” spaces, Japan’s maid cafes now attract tourists, couples and families seeking playful escapist entertainment.
WHO urges ceasefire in Congo to contain Ebola as cases surge
The head of the World Health Organization said that ongoing fighting was driving mass displacement and spreading the disease in overcrowded camps.
Trump’s Iran bind deepens with Hormuz shut and hawks pushing war
Adding to the challenge are his own comments lambasting his predecessors for deals similar to the one that has the best chance of success.
Rare komusubi title win bodes well for Wakatakakage’s future
Wakatakakage is just the 11th man since 1931 to claim sumo’s most important prize while ranked at komusubi.
Government to submit draft extra budget for fiscal 2026 on June 3
Totaling over ¥3 trillion, the draft extra budget is aimed at increasing reserve funds in light of Middle East tensions.
Japan weighs criminal penalties for nuclear plant data fraud
The plan is being considered following earthquake risk data fraud by Chubu Electric Power over its Hamaoka nuclear power plant in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Iran says ’low’ possibility of return to war with U.S.
The statement came a day after Iran accused the U.S. of breaching the ceasefire in place since April.
Blair calls for ‘coherent plan’ before Labour ousts Starmer
Labour’s electoral losses earlier this month sparked an internal rebellion as near a quarter of the party’s members of Parliament called for Starmer to go.