November 18, 2025

Japan’s New PM Sparks Debate Over Extreme Early-Morning Work

“Japan Prime Minister’s Extreme Early-Morning Work Argument”

November 18, 2025 4:31 pm

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sleeps two hours nightly and calls aides for 3am meetings, reigniting concerns over Japan’s culture of overwork.

Japan’s New Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, has ignited concern over the country’s entrenched work culture after revealing she typically sleeps just two hours a night and routinely summons aides for meetings in the early hours.

The disclosure comes in the wake of public criticism over a Friday November 14, 2025 session dubbed the “3am study session” by Japanese media. The meeting, held in Tokyo only six hours before a parliamentary budget committee hearing, drew sharp backlash from both …

Donald Trump, Marjorie Taylor Greene Clash Ahead Of Midterms

Donald Trump, Marjorie Taylor Greene Clash Ahead Of Midterms

November 18, 2025 3:39 pm

Tensions rise as President  Donald Trump backs primary challenge against Rep. Greene amid disputes over policy, loyalty, and “America First” priorities.

The alliance between President Donald Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, once seen as a cornerstone of his political resurgence, has fractured, highlighting deep divisions within the Republican Party ahead of next year’s midterm elections.

The rift erupted after Greene publicly criticized Trump’s focus on foreign policy and his handling of sensitive documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case. On Friday November 14, 2025, Trump escalated the conflict, declaring his support for a primary challenge against the Georgia congresswoman. …

Italian Town Overwhelmed By Migrants Following TikTok Videos

Italian Town Overwhelmed By Migrants Following TikTok Videos

November 18, 2025 2:37 pm

Italian town of L’Aquila faces a sudden migrant surge after TikTok videos by Afghan creators promoted the town as an asylum destination in central Italy.

Authorities in the central Italian town of L’Aquila are investigating a sudden surge of migrants, reportedly drawn by social media videos suggesting the town as a promising place to seek asylum.

Nestled among the Apennine Mountains, roughly 70 miles northeast of Rome, L’Aquila is known for its 11th-century historic walls, vibrant university culture, and proximity to ski resorts. While these attributes make the town appealing, recent weeks have seen an unexpected influx of migrants primarily …

“Malaysia Introduces Streamlined 90-Day Visa Overstay Fines”

“Malaysia Introduces Streamlined 90-Day Visa Overstay Fines”

November 18, 2025 12:38 pm

Malaysia has introduced a new system aimed at simplifying how foreign professionals and their families resolve short-term visa overstays, marking a significant shift in the country’s immigration management approach.

The initiative, known as the Overstay Management Program, offers a clearer and more predictable process for holders of Employment Passes and Dependent Passes who remain in the country for up to 90 days beyond their permitted stay. Instead of going through lengthy enforcement procedures, eligible expatriates can now settle their cases by paying fixed fines based on the duration of the overstay.

Under the new structure, overstays of one to 30

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Veteran Journalist Newswatch Co-Founder Dan Agbese Dies At 81

Dan Agbese: Influential “Newswatch” Co-Founder Dies At Age 81

November 18, 2025 11:40 am

Dan Agbese, co-founder of Nigeria’s trailblazing Newswatch magazine and one of the country’s most influential journalists, has died in Lagos at age 81.

Dan Agbese, one of Nigeria’s most respected journalists and a co-founder of the influential Newswatch magazine, has died at the age of 81. Family members confirmed that he passed away on the morning of Monday November 17, 2025, in Lagos, marking the end of a storied career that helped shape modern Nigerian journalism.

Agbese emerged as a central figure in the country’s media landscape during a period when independent reporting was often fraught with political pressure and

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UN Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan Amid Deep Divisions

UN Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan Amid Deep Divisions

November 18, 2025 8:28 am

The United Nations Security Council has endorsed a sweeping American proposal for Gaza, handing President Donald Trump a significant diplomatic win and setting the stage for an international force to take shape in the territory. The vote — 13 in favour, none against, with Russia and China abstaining — gives rare momentum to a plan that blends security intervention, political restructuring and a tentative pathway toward Palestinian self-determination.

At the core of the resolution is the creation of an International Stabilisation Force, a multinational contingent that Washington says several nations are prepared to join. The force would work alongside Israel, …

Pichai Warns AI Boom Could Trigger Broad Fallout

Pichai Warns AI Boom Could Trigger Broad Fallout

November 18, 2025 8:03 am

Google chief Sundar Pichai is urging caution as the world races deeper into artificial intelligence, warning that no company — not even one of the industry’s dominant players — would escape unscathed if the AI boom abruptly cools. Speaking at Alphabet’s California headquarters, he said the current surge of investment is extraordinary but tinged with unmistakable “irrationality,” echoing the speculative fever that preceded the dot-com crash two decades ago.

The sector’s explosive growth has pushed valuations to historic heights. Alphabet’s market value has doubled in just seven months, reaching $3.5 trillion as investors rally behind its progress in AI chips …

Benzema Urges Mbappé To Lead Madrid In Champions League

Benzema Urges Mbappé To Lead Madrid In Champions League

November 18, 2025 7:45 am

Karim Benzema has delivered a powerful and insightful message on Kylian Mbappé’s role at Real Madrid, praising the forward’s progress this season while urging him to embrace the responsibility that comes with playing for the Spanish giants. Speaking with the authority of someone who led Madrid’s attack for more than a decade, Benzema said Mbappé is “much better this season,” adding that scoring goals is nothing new for him. “He did it at PSG, and at Real Madrid he’s going to score many more,” he said confidently.

For Benzema, the expectation is clear: when Mbappé gets a chance, he must …

Man United Open New HQ Facilities To Fans For £100 Visits

Man United Open New HQ Facilities To Fans For £100 Visits

November 18, 2025 7:34 am

Manchester United have officially announced that supporters will now be able to visit the club’s newly upgraded headquarters facilities, offering fans a closer look at the inner workings of one of the world’s most iconic football institutions. The club confirmed that the experience will be priced at £100, giving visitors exclusive access to spaces that have traditionally been reserved for staff, players, and executives.

The move marks a significant step in United’s efforts to strengthen engagement with their global fanbase, many of whom have long expressed interest in seeing what goes on behind the scenes at Old Trafford and Carrington.…

Benzema Defends Vini Jr After Fiery Reaction In El Clásico

Benzema Defends Vini Jr After Fiery Reaction In El Clásico

November 18, 2025 7:13 am

Karim Benzema has stepped forward to defend Vinícius Júnior after the Brazilian’s heated reaction to being substituted during El Clásico, insisting the moment was nothing more than an expression of the winger’s competitive spirit. Speaking with calm reassurance, Benzema played down the controversy, saying, “He gets angry when he leaves the pitch. That’s normal. That’s his character.” His words come amid growing debate about Vini Jr.’s temperament, particularly in high-pressure fixtures where emotions often run high.

According to Benzema, who shared years of attacking partnership with Vinícius at Real Madrid, the frustration shown by the young forward should not be …

ICC Life Sentence Sought For Ali Kushayb Over Darfur Crimes

ICC Life Sentence Sought For Ali Kushayb Over Darfur Crimes

November 18, 2025 5:19 am

Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court have asked judges to impose a life sentence on Sudanese militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, saying the severity of his crimes in Darfur more than twenty years ago warrants the court’s maximum punishment.

The sentencing hearings opened Tuesday in The Hague, one month after Abd-Al-Rahman was found guilty of 27 counts of crimes against humanity and war crimes.

The request marks a historic moment for the court. Abd-Al-Rahman, widely known as Ali Kushayb, is the first person convicted by the ICC for atrocities committed in Darfur, where government-backed Janjaweed fighters carried out a …

Trump Saudi F-35 Deal Takes Center Stage As MBS Visits U.S.

Trump Saudi F-35 Deal Takes Center Stage As MBS Visits U.S.

November 18, 2025 4:42 am

U.S. President Donald Trump will host Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House on Tuesday, marking the Saudi leader’s first visit to the United States since the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The meeting is expected to accelerate discussions on a major F-35 fighter jet sale and advance a raft of commercial agreements with the kingdom, according to U.S. officials.

The renewed engagement signals how far the relationship has rebounded after the global backlash that followed Khashoggi’s death, which U.S. intelligence agencies concluded was approved by the crown prince. Mohammed bin Salman has denied ordering …

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