Japan is facing a significant financial challenge. The country's Finance Ministry is preparing for higher interest payments on its bonds. This is a big deal because it shows how much Japan's debt is growing. The ministry is setting a key rate at 3. 0% for the next fiscal year. This rate is used to
Bethlehem, a city known for its deep Christian roots, saw a revival of Christmas celebrations this year. After two years of cancellations due to the Israel-Hamas war, the giant Christmas tree made its comeback, bringing a sense of normalcy to Manger Square. The city, where Jesus is believed to have
The legal tech scene in Southeast Asia is booming, with a market set to hit $130 billion by 2026. This growth is pushing new legal tech entrepreneurs from the region to set their sights on the U. S. market. The U. S. legal tech landscape is changing fast. Law firms are investing more in technology a
In the West Bank, small groups of settlers are making big moves. They start with a few temporary homes and grow into large communities. This growth often comes at the expense of Palestinians, who are driven off their land. The settlers use violence to take control. They set fires and throw stones. T
Ukraine is facing a huge problem after the fighting stops: landmines everywhere. These hidden dangers are slowing down recovery and putting lives at risk. Fields, homes, and roads are unsafe, making it hard for people to return and for the economy to bounce back. Traditionally, clearing landmines i
A recent ruling by a federal judge in Texas has put a halt to a new state law designed to protect children online. The law, which was supposed to start in January, would have required app stores and developers to check the ages of users. The judge, Robert Pitman, decided that this law likely goes ag
Dams are changing rivers in big ways. They are breaking up rivers and messing with tiny plant-like creatures called phytoplankton. But how exactly do lots of dams, especially in rocky rivers, affect these tiny plants? That's what scientists wanted to find out. They looked at a river in China with l
Vietnam is at a crossroads, with To Lam, a figure known for his bold moves, aiming to extend his leadership. His journey to the top has been swift, marked by significant reforms and a strong leadership style. The Communist Party, which has been in charge for a long time, is set to make a decision so
In a bold move, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders decided to close state offices on December 26, giving employees extra time with their families. This decision, however, did not sit well with everyone. The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) sent her a letter, arguing that the closure was
In a twist of fate, the Christmas lottery in Spain brought a wave of joy to the province of Leon, which had suffered greatly from wildfires earlier in the year. The lottery, known for its massive prize pool, handed out a whopping 2. 77 billion euros in prizes. Among the winners were many from Leon,
