insert_link Japan Japan’s LDP concerned about headwinds in Lower House by-elections [ad_1] The ruling Liberal Democratic Party is concerned that it will face headwinds in three parliamentary by-elections in April as the party is under fire over a political funds scandal involving its intraparty factions.Some LDP members are proposing that the party forgo fielding a candidate in at least one of the April 28 by-elections in the Nagasaki No. 3, Tokyo No. 15 and Shimane No. 1 constituencies for the House […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
insert_link Japan Japan may ease Ukraine travel restrictions [ad_1] Some Japanese government officials are calling on the country to ease its restrictions on travel to Ukraine as part of efforts to encourage corporate investment there, people familiar with the situation said.Ukraine is subject to the Japanese Foreign Ministry's strictest travel advisory due to Moscow's invasion, which urges all Japanese nationals to evacuate immediately from the country and avoid all travel there regardless of purposes.A senior Japanese Foreign Ministry […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
insert_link Japan Chiefs edge 49ers in overtime to win Super Bowl [ad_1] Quarterback Patrick Mahomes pulled off another Super Bowl comeback as the Kansas City Chiefs earned a thrilling 25-22 overtime victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday to win their third NFL championship in five seasons.In a perfectly scripted finale before a celebrity-studded Las Vegas crowd that included pop icon Taylor Swift, Mahomes hit Mecole Hardman in the end zone with just three seconds of overtime remaining to seal […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
insert_link Africa Ivory Coast football fans flock to see victory parade [ad_1] Ivory Coast began the tournament as the underdogs of Afcon but rose to become champions. [ad_2] Source link todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
insert_link Africa Anti-Western protesters in DR Congo tear-gassed [ad_1] Protesters demand that foreign powers use their influence over Rwanda to curb conflict in the east. [ad_2] Source link todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
insert_link Japan Daihatsu resumes production of two models at Kyoto plant [ad_1] Oyamazaki, Kyoto Prefecture – Daihatsu resumed production of two commercial vehicle models at its plant in Kyoto Prefecture on Monday.This marked the first resumption of Daihatsu's domestic vehicle production, which had been halted entirely for nearly two months due to its fraudulent vehicle tests.Daihatsu, a subsidiary of Toyota, hopes to restart production gradually for models whose safety has been confirmed by the transport ministry. [ad_2] Source link todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
insert_link Africa Kelvin Kiptum: Kenyan marathon heroe’s final BBC interview [ad_1] When Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum spoke to the BBC in 2023 he candidly reflected about beating the world record of his hero Elid Kipchoge.Following his tragic death, many have shared their tributes honouring the young athlete.Produced and edited by Brian Khisa [ad_2] Source link todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
News Nigeria: Ongoing Reforms in Edo’ll Save Nigeria $40bn Spent On Medical Tourism, Education – Obaseki [ad_1] Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has said his administration is changing the narrative in the state's education and health sectors, noting that the holistic reforms in the sectors will help Nigeria save the $40 billion spent to access healthcare and education. Obaseki stated this while fielding questions from journalists in Benin City, the Edo State capital after an inspection tour of the state-owned Stella Obasanjo Hospital and Edo State School of Health Technology, which are currently being upgraded […] todayFebruary 13, 2024
insert_link Japan The rise, and fall, and rise again of Imran Khan [ad_1] ISLAMABAD – When Pakistan’s government censored the media, former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party posted campaign videos on TikTok. When the police barred his supporters from holding rallies, they hosted virtual gatherings online.And when Khan ended up behind bars, his supporters produced speeches using artificial intelligence to simulate his voice.Khan’s message resonated with millions across the country who were frustrated by the country’s economic crisis and old political dynasties: […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 1
Entertainment Angola: Carnival 2024 – Minister Recommends Preservation of Cultural Identity [ad_1] Luanda — The Minister of Culture and Tourism, Filipe Zau, recommended to young people to preserve Angolan cultural identity without neglecting the component of modernity, taking into account globalization. According to the minister, this action can make the Carnival of Luanda attract the international community, which will be an asset to Angolan tourism. 'Every culture in itself has an attraction for tourism. Therefore, it is necessary to encourage these actions', said the government official who witnessed, this Sunday, the […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 2