Japan's population decline hits new record

Japan's population has decreased by 2.5% over a five-year period, falling to 123 million. This represents the sharpest decline recorded since the country's census began in 1920.

Japan's population has decreased by 2.5% over a five-year period, falling to 123 million. This represents the sharpest decline recorded since the country's census began in 1920.

Donald Trump has announced plans to potentially replace the planned concert series for the 250th anniversary of the United States with an 'America is Back' rally at the National Mall in Washington. The proposal, shared on Truth Social, comes as Trump expressed frustration with the controversy surrounding the original event schedule.

Cartoonist Maarten Wolterink, whose illustrations have appeared in prestigious international publications like Le Monde and The Washington Post, will host a workshop at de Koepel during the Haarlem Comic Days this Sunday. The 62-year-old artist, who also contributes to local newspapers, aims to simplify complex issues through his drawings.

A recruitment day for military reservists in Badhoevedorp attracted over 350 people, including a high number of women inspired by Queen Máxima's recent training. The Dutch Ministry of Defence aims to grow its reservist force from 5,000 to 12,000 over the next four years to better support the armed forces during crises and exercises.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has condemned Israel's recent military actions as a dangerous and unprecedented escalation in a televised address. He stated that a scorched earth policy will not bring security to Israel.

Two Trenitalia high-speed trains were stranded overnight in France from Friday to Saturday with 841 passengers on board. Travelers reported power failures and high temperatures inside the carriages during the delay.