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japan faces a growing crisis with nine million empty homes, or akiya, due to population decline, inheritance issues, and costly demolition. Tax incentives encourage owners to leave properties standing, leading to decay and potential risks for communities. Many of these vacant homes are unsellable or unrentable.

Ram Charan's much-awaited film 'Peddi' faces a setback as its japan premiere, scheduled for June 4, has been postponed due to technical issues. This unexpected delay has disappointed fans eager for a simultaneous global launch, especially given Charan's popularity in japan post-'RRR'. The makers aim for a later release, but the initial strategy is impacted.

A visionary psychiatrist in japan, drawing upon his childhood fascination with anime, is revolutionizing the field of mental health. Through the creative use of anime-inspired avatars, he is crafting an inviting therapeutic landscape designed to attract young people who might otherwise shy away from traditional therapy.

During 2025-26, Gujarat’s Kesar mango emerged as the biggest contributor to India’s mango exports to japan, accounting for shipments worth nearly $0.2 million out of the total $1.54 million earned from fresh and processed mango exports to the country.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has resigned, paving the way for DK Shivakumar. Meanwhile, CBI detained Twisha Sharma’s mother-in-law after her anticipatory bail was cancelled. Fresh US-Iran tensions simmer as Kuwait reports a missile attack. japan halted Indian mango imports due to quarantine concerns, and North Korea rejected the Quad's denuclearisation call.

Chicago Whitson hot-spot Munetaka Murakami remains one of the sport’s fastest-rising international stars in 2026. The japanese strongman’s big move to MLB saw his income skyrocket with his salary, endorsements and popularity abroad. His notable Tokyo Yakult Swallows history, coupled with fresh Chicago White Sox achievement, has fans rapt attention on his increasing net worth, investments and lifestyle decisions.

South Indian cinema saw major updates: Suriya's 'Karuppu' might get an extended cut with deleted scenes, while Allu Arjun earned praise for opting for a commercial flight to cut production costs. Meanwhile, Ram Charan's 'Peddi' faced a japan premiere postponement, and Madhav Suresh explained his social media break due to cyberbullying.

Actor Jr. NTR delighted fans with a personal birthday post introducing his pet birds, Asahi and Yuuhi, named to reflect his love for japan. The simple, heartfelt message, highlighting his appreciation for japanese culture and nature, resonated deeply with his audience, strengthening his bond with fans beyond his cinematic achievements.

As concerns grow over a hantavirus outbreak traced back to an Antarctic cruise, Britain has taken swift action by securing emergency supplies of Favipiravir from japan. This antiviral, previously utilized during the COVID-19 pandemic, works by targeting viral replication.

Oil prices remained elevated as markets awaited confirmation of a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, with Brent crude trading near $100 per barrel. Asian shares rose, led by japan's Nikkei hitting a record high, though caution persisted regarding the impact of the ongoing conflict on global energy markets.

PewDiePie has announced that his monthly YouTube vlogs will end in September 2026 after nearly four years. The decision is largely driven by his desire to let his son, Björn, grow up away from the internet and choose for himself whether he wants to appear online in the future. While the vlogs are ending, Felix and Marzia said they may still occasionally share family moments through social media.