Japan: Divorced couples can now have joint custody of childrenGetty ImagesBefore the revision, custody was typically granted to one parent after divorce - in most cases the motherDivorced couples in Japan are now allowed to share custody of their children, after a landmark revision to Japan's Civil Code took effect on Wednesday.Before the amendment was approved by parliament in 2024, Japan was...

Garry Marr: Why your house is still costing you, even if you've paid it offArticle contentEven with a drop in prices, he said the cost of homeownership has only moved “a small step in the right direction,” but the cost of that home is still enormous relative to renting. Try to convince people otherwise, and they will say things like, “rent is throwing away money.”Article contentThe reality is...

The global malted milk market is evolving from a traditional heritage beverage into a versatile functional ingredient, projected to grow from a valuation of USD 10.3 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 17.8 billion by 2036. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% over the ten-year forecast period. The market is being revitalized by the...

Season 12 in Diablo 4 hits different the moment you start mowing through packs, and you'll feel it even while you're scooping up Diablo 4 gold between runs. The new Killstreak system basically dares you to keep moving. Stop too long to sort loot, hesitate on a corner, chase a stray ranged mob the "safe" way—your momentum slips. But when it clicks, it's addictive. You're not just clearing...

Europe reacts to new tariffs announcement and more uncertainty Europe reacts to new tariffs announcement and more uncertainty President Trump announced a 15% increase on tariffs across the board. Europeans have been celebrating yesterday's SCOTUS decision, but have been doing so quietly.