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Why Tokyo’s New Shorts Policy is Sparking Debate in Japan

The Tokyo government is allowing workers to wear shorts for the first time this summer, prompting delicate questions…

São Tomé and Príncipe heads to polls in tense presidential election

Incumbent Carlos Vila Nova hopes to defeat his former party and secure second term as independentVoters in São…

Lashes, langers, bozzers and belly bachelors: a new book decodes Cork’s local slang

Sex, drink and religion are common motifs in the ‘extraordinarily rich’ colloquial vernacular of Ireland’s second cityIf Des…

Want a relaxing start to your summer holiday? Get an airport divorce | Polly Hudson

My husband has a personality transplant within a five-mile radius of any airport. There is no chatting, no…

Man dies after cross-border police pursuit ends in NSW northern rivers

Car chase began in Queensland after report of armed man on Gold Coast late on Saturday, police sayFollow…

Ukraine war briefing: Strikes devastate Russian warehouses ‘used for drones’

Ukraine hits Wildberries logistics centres in Moscow and Tambov regions; video shows moment of Monaco contract killing attempt.…

New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says

Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.

‘Something very special’: Tuchel reflects on World Cup after England claim third

France beaten 6-4 on ‘very emotional’ day for squad‘This will help – but you never fully celebrate bronze’Thomas…

Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come

The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how…

Tempo coach Sandy Brondello suspended over ‘protected species’ comment about Angel Reese

Coach suspended one game by WNBABrondello apologizes directly to Angel ReeseLeague cites professionalism standardsToronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello…