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Japan is expanding a new job-support service for disabled people, but bias concerns arise as providers may favor affiliated facilities. The program aims for inclusive employment but faces criticism over potential conflicts of interest.
Iran's Ministry of Health has approved WhartoCell, a new stem cell drug from umbilical cord tissue for knee osteoarthritis. Clinical tests show it reduces pain and regenerates cartilage safely. This marks a first in Iran and offers hope for global use.
Akihiro Miwa, a pioneering drag queen icon in Japanese entertainment, has died of old age at 91. The singer and actor gained fame for his bold stage presence and advocacy for LGBT+ acceptance. Funeral plans are pending family wishes.
A year after saying goodbye to its beloved giant pandas, the town of Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, is working to rebuild its local tourism industry. Plans include leveraging natural landscapes, beaches, and cultural festivals.
The Australian government announced on June 22 that it will double the maximum penalties for violations of its ban on children under 16 using social media. The eSafety Commissioner will gain expanded investigative powers to enforce the rules. The move reinforces Australia's position as a global leader in online child safety.
A Delhi family is still fighting for justice eight years after their infant daughter was raped by a relative, facing a sluggish legal system and family pressure. The trial remains stalled due to lack of evidence and interference, while parents struggle with how to eventually tell their now 8-year-old daughter the truth.
Thai police arrested a 46-year-old Australian man at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport on Friday, suspected of murdering a 17-year-old girl whose body was found in a suitcase near Pattaya. The suspect, Simon Carman, was preparing to board a flight to Perth when detained.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board voted 7-1 to freeze rent increases on nearly one million rent-stabilized apartments, fulfilling a core campaign pledge of Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The decision aims to provide relief to working-class tenants but has sparked criticism from landlords and former board members.
Hakone, a famous hot spring resort town southwest of Tokyo, is considering a new accommodation tax on guests staying at hotels and other lodgings, expected to take effect from April 2028. The town aims to address infrastructure strain and maintenance costs as tourism surges. Specific rates and scope are pending public consultation and local assembly approval.
A preliminary 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture on June 19. No tsunami warning was issued, and no abnormal volcanic activity was observed at Mount Fuji. No initial damage or injuries have been reported.
