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Taiwan’s presence at Expo 2025 Osaka is making waves, even though the island nation is not participating as an official country. The TECH WORLD pavilion, hosted by the private company Tamayama Digital Tech Co., Ltd., is drawing considerable attention for showcasing Taiwan’s technological achievements, particularly in semiconductor technology. Despite not being part of the official national exhibitions, the pavilion is a highlight at the Expo. On April 14, Taiwan’s showcase captivated over 3,000 visitors, and it is expected to continue garnering strong interest throughout the event. 3,000 Visitors on the First Day On the second day of the Expo, April…

The Israeli military has admitted to a series of “professional failures” in a March 23 incident that led to the deaths of 15 emergency workers in southern Gaza. These responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were killed near Rafah in three separate shootings. A senior officer will be dismissed, and another will face reprimand for the mishandling of the deadly event. The findings were shared publicly on Sunday after an internal review by Israel Defense Forces (IDF), with criminal charges still under consideration. IDF Acknowledges Multiple Failures According to the IDF, the incident happened during active combat. Soldiers from a…

Canada’s federal election is set for April 28, 2025, and early voting began today. The race is heating up after a fiery debate among top political leaders. The stakes are high, with U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade threats, misinformation on social media, and domestic policy debates dominating the campaign trail. The recent debate on April 17 brought four main party leaders together: Prime Minister Mark Carney of the Liberal Party, Pierre Poilievre of the Conservative Party, Jagmeet Singh of the New Democratic Party (NDP), and Yves-François Blanchet of the Bloc Québécois. A key issue was Trump’s aggressive stance on Canada—including…

Democratic strategist James Carville has strongly criticized David Hogg, the newly elected vice chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), for supporting a $20 million campaign to unseat incumbent Democrats in traditionally safe blue districts. In a CNN interview on Wednesday, Carville called the plan “insane,” questioning why fellow Democrats would target their own instead of focusing on defeating Republicans in the upcoming 2026 elections. Carville Slams Intra-Party Challenges Veteran Democratic political consultant James Carville, known for leading Bill Clinton’s successful 1992 presidential campaign, voiced his frustration over the strategy championed by Gen Z activist and DNC Vice Chair David…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has strongly condemned a deadly attack on the Kuwaiti field hospital in southern Gaza, which left one person dead and at least nine others injured. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called for immediate protection of healthcare facilities and workers in the region. The strike, which occurred earlier this week, also damaged four ambulances and disrupted medical services in an area already struggling with limited access to healthcare due to the ongoing conflict. Dr. Tedros emphasized that attacks on hospitals and emergency workers risk cutting off critical lifelines for patients. “Health workers, patients, and their…

The Rivers State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, has renewed her call for better child health services in schools. Speaking at a recent event in Abuja, Dr. Oreh stressed the urgent need to improve healthcare access for school-aged children in the state. This message was part of the ‘Protect Urban School Children’s Health’ (PUSH) Project, a program led by the Health Policy Research Group at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in partnership with the Rivers State government. The project focuses on children between the ages of five and 17 years and aims to close gaps in current health policies.…

Civil society groups in Kenya are warning of rising repression as the country moves closer to the 2027 general elections. Activists say the government is increasing efforts to silence criticism, not only by using force but also by ignoring attacks on political freedoms. These concerns follow a recent incident at Butere Girls High School in western Kenya, where police allegedly used tear gas to stop a student play. The play, Echoes of War, was believed to question government policies. This incident has sparked public outcry and drawn attention to what rights groups describe as a dangerous trend. Police Disrupt School…

Filipino comedian Michael V. honored the late Pilita Corrales with a portrait sketch, shared on social media following the singer’s passing. On Sunday, April 13, popular actor and comedian Michael V.—known to fans as Bitoy—posted a black-and-white sketch of Asia’s Queen of Songs, Pilita Corrales, on Instagram. The image came just a day after her death was confirmed by her granddaughter, actress Janine Gutierrez. Michael V. simply captioned the artwork with “PILITA,” a quiet yet powerful tribute to the music icon. A Tribute to a Legend Pilita Corrales passed away at the age of 87 on Saturday, April 12, 2025.…

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has kicked off his first international trade and investment mission with a high-speed step into the future. During a visit to Ogatayama, Japan, Moore experienced the Maglev—a next-generation train that floats above the tracks using powerful magnetic fields. In a Saturday morning briefing with Japanese officials, Moore joined leaders from both countries to explore how advanced transportation technology like Maglev could benefit Maryland’s economy, environment, and infrastructure. Magnetic Trains Could Reshape U.S. Travel The Maglev (Magnetic Levitation) train uses magnets to lift and propel carriages without touching the tracks. This frictionless system allows for smoother, quieter,…

Japan has officially started building its first integrated resort on Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay. The project is part of a national plan to boost tourism and support local economies, with construction beginning in April 2025 and the opening set for Autumn 2030. This major project—called the “Specified Integrated Resort”—aims to create a modern tourist hotspot with hotels, casinos, convention centers, and entertainment facilities. The resort will be located on Yumeshima, a man-made island in Osaka, and is expected to attract millions of visitors once completed. A Response to Global Competition Japan’s move follows successful examples in countries like Singapore…