Austrian Schoolgirls Protest Proposed Under-14 Hijab Ban
Austria’s parliament approved a ban on headscarves for girls under 14, sparking nationwide schoolgirl protests and a broader debate on religious freedom.
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Humans Mastered Fire 400,000 Years Ago: UK Discovery Pushes Back Timeline
Scientists uncover a 400,000-year-old fireplace in Barnham, Suffolk, marking the earliest known evidence of humans making fire and reshaping our understanding of prehistoric innovation.
Shoigu Warns of Japan’s Rising Militarism
On December 11, 2025, Russia’s Shoigu warned that Japan’s shift toward militarism—from budget hikes to US arms deployment—could reshape regional security.
Winter Storms Batter Gaza, Heightening Risk for Displaced Families
As heavy rain and high winds pound Gaza’s temporary shelters, the UN warns that vulnerable families face escalating risks. Relief efforts scale up winter kits, food and flood defenses.
U.S. Seizes Massive Oil Tanker Off Venezuela, Trump Confirms
U.S. forces intercepted and seized a stateless oil tanker off Venezuela, President Trump confirmed, sending oil prices up and heightening U.S.-Venezuela tensions.
Zelenskyy and US Officials Launch Ukraine Recovery Plan
President Zelenskyy held a video call with top US officials this week, kicking off a working group to draft Ukraine’s reconstruction and economic recovery roadmap.
U.S.-China Relations Hit Turbulence in 2025
From inauguration optimism to steep tariffs: how U.S.-China ties took a sharp turn in 2025 and what it means for global markets.
Italian Pasta Faces US Tariff Showdown: Prices Could Double
US probes alleged pasta dumping could trigger up to 107% tariffs on Italian imports, risking price hikes and cultural fallout for producers and consumers.
Rice or Defense? Japanese Residents Feel the Pinch of Rising Prices and Military Spending
With Japan’s rice prices at record highs and PM Takaichi prioritizing defense spending, residents say the staple has become a luxury they can no longer afford.
Putting History to Rest: Will Japan Finally Clear Its WWII Chemical Weapons in China?
As China’s national memorial day approaches, questions rise on when Japan will fully dispose its abandoned WWII chemical weapons in China, reminding us to safeguard peace.