Japan Raises Residency Fees 2,000 Percent Amid ‘Anxiety’ Over Foreigners
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is making it harder for immigrants to stay in the country. Critics say she is hurting Japan’s ability to address labor shortages.
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‘Never After Dark’ Review: Ghostbusting in Japan
A traveling psychic comes up against a formidable new adversary in this gruesomely sinister ghost story starring the “Shogun” actress Moeka Hoshi.
How Yemen’s Houthis went from a small mountain militia to a big regional threat
Yemen’s 2011 turmoil helped the Houthis gain ground and forge ties with Iran and Hezbollah Houthi fighters stand in front of what they say is a downed Saudi jet, at a location given as Yemen, in this still image from a handout video released on September 16, 2026. Houthi Military Media/ Handout via REUTERS A … Read more
Abbas Presses Case for Palestinian State in Taped General Assembly Address
The Palestinian leader renewed his call for a two-state solution on Thursday, as he accused Israel of prosecuting “a genocidal war” against Palestinians.
Aashir Wajahat’s ‘Sadqay’ crosses 100 million streams on Spotify
Milestone gives the singer renewed confidence after he opened up about his fears before releasing the 2024 hit Singer and actor Aashir Wajahat is celebrating a major milestone in his music career as Sadqay crosses 100 million streams on Spotify — a figure that has given new meaning to the insecurities he felt before releasing … Read more
The U.S. Departs Iraq
After two decades, American military forces formally withdrew from the battered nation. Our correspondent was there from the beginning.
Tyla and Other Stars Cancel Concerts Amid Anti-Immigrant Backlash
As anti-immigrant sentiment and vigilante violence fuel outrage across the continent, some fans abroad are rejecting South African performers.
‘The Scout’ Review: Location, Location, Location
This quietly observational film mirrors its protagonist’s perspective in wide shots that witness life unfolding in real time.
Nobel prize sum raised to $1.27m for 2026
Nobel prize hike adds $106,000, with the sum shared if more than one laureate wins in a category The first Nobel prizes were awarded in 1901, when the prize sum was 150,782 kroner per discipline.PHOTO: PIXABAY This year’s Nobel Prize winners, to be announced from October 5-12, will receive 12 million kroner ($1.27m) per discipline, … Read more
Bond Markets Are Volatile and Oil Prices Rise
The rise came a day after a sharp sell-off in government debt.