Japan’s Self-Employed Farmers Hit Record Low in 2025
Japan’s self-employed farmers dropped by 25.1% to 1.02M in 2025, marking a record low amid an aging workforce and shifting agricultural landscape.
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Brighton Apologizes After WWII Image Sparks Fan Backlash
Brighton & Hove Albion apologizes after an academy post showed Kaoru Mitoma holding a WWII officer’s portrait, sparking fan outrage across China, South Korea and the Philippines.
Zelenskyy Touches Down in Paris Ahead of Macron Talks
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy landed in Paris on Dec. 1 and is set to meet French President Emmanuel Macron later today.
Liu Shaoang Bags Two Silvers at ISU Short Track World Tour in Dordrecht
Liu Shaoang claimed silver in the men’s 1,000 m and 5,000 m relay at the ISU Short Track World Tour in Dordrecht, securing full quotas for the Chinese mainland at Milano Cortina 2026.
Gong Li Claims Silver in Women’s 61kg at WKF World Championships
China’s Gong Li settled for silver in the women’s 61kg division at the WKF World Championships in Cairo on Nov 30, 2025, after a tight 4-2 final.
Trump Confirms Call with Maduro Amid Rising Venezuela Tensions
President Trump confirmed a recent call with President Maduro as the US bolsters its Caribbean military presence to curb drug trafficking, drawing sharp criticism from Caracas.
Conservative Asfura Leads Honduras 2026-2030 Presidential Race
Conservative candidate Nasry Asfura leads the Honduran presidential vote with 34% counted, eyeing the 2026-2030 term. Stay tuned for updates!
US-Ukraine Peace Talks in Florida Hit Roadblocks
US and Ukraine met in Florida this past weekend to negotiate a controversial peace plan, but sticking points over territory and terms mean a deal is still uncertain.
Japan Rushes to 2% Defense Spending: Public Worries Grow
Japan’s cabinet approved a plan to ramp defense spending to 2% of GDP by fiscal 2025, spurring debate over constitutional pacifism, economic burden, and regional security.
Over 1,100 Dead as Late November Storms Devastate South & Southeast Asia
Late November storms sweep South and Southeast Asia, causing floods and landslides that killed over 1,100 people and impacting millions.