First, some cafés allowed pets. Then came cat cafés, where lattes took second place to feline interaction—the latest craze in Japan: The pig café. “It was wonderful. Very relaxing and enjoyable,” said Brad Loomis,
Indonesia’s January drought points to lower rice harvest, higher imports
Indonesian farmer Wardiyono typically starts planting his small rice field in November but this season he began only in January, when rains finally arrived after months of drought caused by an …
Winged island creature — with a ‘vivid’ pattern — discovered as new species in China
On an island off the coast of China, a winged creature with a “vivid” pattern fluttered about until something caught its attention. The animal flew toward a glowing light — and found itself trapped. Scientists looked at their catch and soon realized they’d trapped a new species.
The IEA Rejects The UNSC Report About Al-Qaeda Centres In Afghanistan
The interim government of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) has rejected the UN Security Council’s (UNSC) report about the exist …
Socceroos aim to banish pain of 2019 as they face South Korea in Asian Cup
Three survivors from UAE defeat determined to do better, with South Korea wary of Australia’s physical presence …
South Korea must play through ‘pain’ to beat Australia – Klinsmann
South Korea may have had two fewer rest days than Australia before their titanic clash in the Asian Cup quarter-finals but going through such “pain” is necessary if the team is to win a major …
South Korea’s Exports Get off to Strong Start in 2024
South Korea’s exports have made a strong start to the year, with shipment growth accelerating in January largely on more work days and solid demand for Korean goods overseas.
Myanmar resistance movement senses the tide is turning against the military 3 years after takeover
When the army overthrew Myanmar’s elected government in 2021, it looked like a walkover that could entrench the military in power indefinitely.
Iran-backed Houthi launch three attacks in Red Sea, Gulf of Aden as tensions escalate; US military responds
U.S. forces on Thursday thwarted three separate attacks by Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen aimed at vessels in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.
Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match
Japan maintained its pursuit of a record-extending fifth Asian Cup title on Wednesday by advancing to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 win against Bahrain. The pre-tournament favorite has bounced back from a surprise 2-1 loss against Iraq in the group stage and will play Iran in the next round.