Beyond Sakura: Know about Japan’s lesser-known bloom festivals!
For decades, spring in Japan has been synonymous with cherry blossoms, drawing families and travellers alike to parks and riverbanks for hanami picnics. But...
Gaziantep’s ‘green gold’: Pistachios continue to shape Turkey’s culinary capital
For centuries, pistachios have been at the heart of life in Gaziantep, a city widely regarded as the culinary capital of the country. Even...
England rolls out sweeping recycling reforms with new bin rules
England has introduced a major overhaul of its waste and recycling system, with new nationwide rules coming into force from March 31, 2026, aimed...
Americans rush to seek Canadian citizenship amid political uncertainty
A growing number of Americans are applying for Canadian citizenship, driven by a mix of political anxiety, policy changes, and newly expanded eligibility rules...
Sweet Heist: 12 tonnes of KitKat chocolates stolen in Europe ahead of Easter
In a major cargo theft ahead of the Easter season, more than 12 tonnes of KitKat chocolate bars belonging to Swiss food giant Nestlé...
Surge in digital violence across Africa sparks urgent call for action
A rapid rise in online abuse across Africa has prompted activists and legal experts to call for urgent intervention, warning that expanding internet access...
Malnourished children overwhelm clinics as Nigeria faces deepening hunger crisis
A healthcare facility in northern Nigeria has become a lifeline for thousands of severely malnourished children and desperate mothers, as the country grapples with...
Canada tightens asylum rules amid surge in Indian claims
Canada has enacted stricter asylum regulations following a sharp rise in refugee claims, particularly from Indian nationals, in a move aimed at curbing misuse...
Artemis II astronauts gear up in Florida ahead of historic Moon mission
Marking a major milestone in global space exploration, four astronauts selected for NASA’s Artemis II mission have arrived at the Kennedy Space Center in...