The number of people in Japan aged 100 or older has hit a record high of more than 95,000 -- almost 90 percent of them women -- government data showed Tuesday.
Conservationists at Persepolis, Iran's most iconic ancient site, are waging a delicate battle against an unlikely adversary: tiny but persistent lichens eroding the millennia-old monuments.
Food giant Ferrero on Tuesday announced the imminent launch of a vegan version of its popular hazelnut spread Nutella in Italy, France and Belgium, saying the move was in response to changing consumer tastes.
Australian children with potentially deadly peanut allergies will be offered life-saving treatment in a nationwide programme touted as a world first.
According to the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA), the number of gonorrhea cases in New South Wales increased by over 20% between 2022 and 2023, with treatment becoming further complicated by the emergence of resistant strains.
Far from her home in the tourist mecca of Tenerife, Cati Padilla is one of the growing number of travellers escaping heatwaves for cooler holidays in Nordic countries.
Paris Fashion Week kicked off on Tuesday with hip-hop mogul Pharrell Williams putting on his latest branding event for Louis Vuitton at the UNESCO headquarters.
Down a Tokyo street lined with bright signs, up narrow stairs and behind a windowless door is a "snack bar" long cherished by regulars but hidden from tourists -- until now.
Japan's capital will launch its own dating app as early as this summer as part of government efforts to boost the plunging national birth rate, a Tokyo official said Tuesday.
To study semiconductors at Japan's top university, first you need the right clothes -- protective overalls, shoe covers, plastic gloves and a lightweight balaclava to keep your hair out of the way.
Chinese social media censors have blocked multiple influencers known for showing off their lavish lifestyles after an official campaign to curb displays of ostentatious wealth online was announced.
As we step into 2024, the chocolate industry is witnessing a transformative era and, at the forefront of this change, is Guilty Chocolates. Guilty Chocolates is not just another brand on the shelf; it's a movement reshaping the future of chocolate indulgence.
In this fiercely competitive industry, Care for Kids stands out as a dependable and trustworthy resource. In the field of childcare search, it is a reputable and well-known brand that provides families looking for the best local childcare options with extensive resources.
Europe, with its intricate mosaic of cultures, history and landscapes, has always captured the imagination of travellers. While its iconic cities and landmarks continue to draw millions, there's a unique allure in exploring the continent via its roads.
Pack your bags, chase the Northern Lights and let Akureyri's boutique accommodations be your home while you create lasting memories in this magical destination.
Returning to study as a mature-aged student can be a challenge.
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The Nordic region, also known as Scandinavia, is a picturesque area in Northern Europe consisting of five countries
Even at eight years old, twins Ginevra and Emanuele Giraldi Duca, born through surrogacy in the United States and raised by their two dads in Rome, are not oblivious to Italy's clampdown on same-sex parents.
Qantas Airways Ltd. has pushed back the restart of international flights to December as Australia continues to suffer setbacks in its vaccination program.
The country has restricted the use of AstraZeneca vaccine following reports of rare blood clots being linked to it.
China is defending its decision to issue a travel warning against Australia for what it says is an increase in racial abuse among Asians.
An American backpacker has revealed the things he “hates” about Australia, including slow wi-fi and “aggressive” flies.
Australia has imposed new restrictions to help curb the spread of the coronavirus. The country is banning any public gatherings of more than two people.
The restrictions will last for the next two weeks.
New advancements in laser technology and LED treatment options have led to safer and healthier weight loss options.
Planning for your retirement is something you should start doing long before you are due to retire.
The warm days of summer are almost upon us. Nudity on some Australian beaches is inevitable. But exactly how much of our flesh can we bare, and when, and where?
Our beaches are our summer playgrounds, yet beach litter and marine debris injures one-fifth of beach users, particularly children and older people.
The official working week has not fallen significantly in several decades. Average working hours per household have increased. The effect is that many feel that life is now less leisured than in the past.