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Takaichi talks tough on immigration on eve of vote

In a final appeal to voters, the prime minister pledged to make Japan "more prosperous and safer," including through tougher immigration screening.

Government must reach agreement on right to counsel for people at Minnesota ICE facility, judge says

Attorneys for the federal government have until next Thursday to reach an agreement with human rights lawyers who are seeking to ensure the right to counsel for people…

U.S. plans first meeting for Gaza 'Board of Peace' in Washington on Feb 19, Axios reports

The White House is planning the first leaders meeting for President Donald Trump's so-called "Board of Peace" in ‌relation to Gaza on February 19, Axios reported on Friday,…

FEMA will resume staff reductions that were paused during winter storm, managers say

The Federal Emergency Management Agency will resume staff cuts that were briefly paused during January's severe winter storm, according to two FEMA managers, stoking concern across the agency…

Ramen shop manager arrested for punching self in the face and pretending he was robbed

He should have punched harder and knocked some sense into himself. They say times are especially tough in the ramen business, with steadily soaring food prices and an intensely competitive market that

Japan road bicycle prices fall as pandemic-era demand skids

YouTuber with Three Wives is Losing Everything: Polygamy in Japan

A Japanese YouTuber with three “wives” saw his household collapse. His story reveals the strange history and modern reality of polygamy in Japan.

Thai parties make final pitches as young voters weigh choices

Tokyo Area Events for February 2026

From seasonal flower festivals and neighborhood markets to exhibitions and winter illuminations, here are Tokyo area events for February 2026.

Leeds beats Forest and take giant step towards securing Premier League status

Leeds United scored twice in four minutes in a dominant first half then added a third soon after halftime in beating Nottingham Forest 3-1 for a massive boost…