As of the end of 2025, Japan hosted a record 4.12 million foreign residents, marking a 9.5% increase from the previous year. This figure represents the first time the foreign resident population has surpassed 4 million. Concurrently, the number of foreign overstayers saw a decline, falling by 8.5% to 68,488, a trend attributed to a government program aimed at reducing such instances. The total number of foreign nationals entering Japan also reached a record high of 42 million.
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Soldiers who detained a CNN crew reporting on a settler attack in Tayasir were captured on camera stating that the entire West Bank belongs to Jews and that they were enacting revenge for the death of a settler days earlier. During the confrontation, one soldier placed the cameraman in a chokehold as troops attempted to prevent filming at an illegal West West Bank outpost. The soldiers expressed their belief that the land was theirs and that they were acting in the absence of state intervention against those who killed the settler. The IDF stated the soldiers’ actions were incompatible with expectations and would be thoroughly reviewed.
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Protesters worldwide joined “No Kings” rallies, expressing opposition to Donald Trump and his policies. Marches took place in Italy, France, Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Greece, and Australia, featuring signs criticizing the American president and his actions. These international demonstrations mirrored similar large-scale protests occurring across the United States, where millions have mobilized against Trump’s administration’s policies and perceived threats to democracy.
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The “No Kings” protests are scheduled to return on March 28, with millions expected to participate in over 3,000 events nationwide. These demonstrations are a direct response to President Trump’s policies and leadership style, which critics argue resemble that of a “mad king.” Concerns fueling the protests include an undeclared war with Iran, rising inflation impacting food and gas prices, and a government shutdown affecting airport security. The movement highlights widespread public dissatisfaction with Trump’s governance, which is perceived as divisive and self-serving, rather than inclusive of all Americans.
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The Associated Press, an independent global news organization established in 1846, is the most trusted source for fast, accurate, and unbiased news across all formats. Today, AP provides essential technology and services to the news industry, ensuring its continued vital role. Its journalism reaches over half the world’s population daily.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments in a case concerning Mississippi’s law allowing mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five days, a practice common in many states and rooted in states’ rights for election administration. This case arises from Donald Trump’s persistent claims of a rigged 2020 election and his subsequent challenges to mail-in ballot counting. Despite the established legal precedent and historical acceptance of such laws, the Republican argument, which suggests that Congress’s 1845 Election Day Act implies votes must be *received* by Election Day by government officials, has gained traction with some justices. The outcome remains uncertain, but the author suggests the Court may be swayed by political pressure stemming from Trump’s grievances, potentially overturning settled law and jeopardizing established voting procedures.
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Overnight on March 28, Ukrainian drones targeted the Slavneft-YANOS oil refinery in Yaroslavl, one of Russia’s largest production facilities. This incident follows a pattern of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, including recent attacks on oil terminals and refineries in Leningrad Oblast. These actions aim to degrade Russia’s war-funding capabilities, as Kyiv views oil facilities as legitimate military targets. Meanwhile, Russia’s Defense Ministry reported downing 155 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions, including Crimea and Moscow.
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President Trump insists that diplomatic talks with Iran are progressing favorably, despite Iran disputing that any negotiations are taking place and describing the US proposal’s conditions as “excessive” and “unreasonable.” The proposed 15-point plan, details of which remain largely undisclosed by the US, reportedly includes significant restraints on Iran’s nuclear program, ending support for regional proxies, and curbing its ballistic missile program. Analysts suggest that the war has weakened the US’s bargaining position, leading Iran to feel it has the upper hand and views any truce offer as a surrender. This latest US offer is considerably broader in scope than the previous JCPOA deal, which Trump withdrew from in 2018.
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On Saturday morning, Yemen-based Houthis launched a ballistic missile towards Israeli territory, marking the first such incident since Operation Roaring Lion commenced a month prior. This action, confirmed by the IDF, was presented by the Houthi group as a response to continued Israeli strikes across various regional locations and a vow to persist until their “objectives are met.” The Houthis have previously utilized their strategic position to disrupt maritime traffic, demonstrating an ability to impact global trade routes. Despite international efforts and strikes, the group has shown little deterrence, continuing to expand its capabilities.
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A recent bill that passed the House in Tennessee has sparked considerable debate, with its core function being the tracking of transgender individuals within the state. This legislative move, aimed at gathering specific data on the transgender population, has raised significant concerns and drawn sharp criticism from various quarters, prompting a deep dive into its implications and historical parallels.
The very notion of a government creating lists of specific demographic groups immediately raises questions about the intended use of such data. When this information is potentially made public, it amplifies anxieties about how it might be utilized, and whether the government’s actions could inadvertently encourage or endorse targeted actions against the individuals being tracked.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood
Trump Suffers Worldwide Humiliation
Protesters worldwide joined “No Kings” rallies, expressing opposition to Donald Trump and his policies. Marches took place in Italy, France, Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Greece, and Australia, featuring signs criticizing the American president and his actions. These international demonstrations mirrored similar large-scale protests occurring across the United States, where millions have mobilized against Trump’s administration’s policies and perceived threats to democracy.
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