The Daily Populous

For years, Japan has allowed a high degree of freedom in naming children, largely due to the nature of the Japanese writing system.

Yet for many children burdened by names that provoke ridicule or disbelief, the move may come as a long-overdue correction.

As Japan ushers in this new naming era, one thing is clear: Pikachu may remain in Pokémon games and movies, but not in the nursery. »

Anita Anand sworn in as Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, at Rideau Hall, in Ottawa, Ontario,on May 13.

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand spoke to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday, and later, in a post on X, described the discussion as “productive”.

She thanked Jaishankar “for the productive discussion today on strengthening Canada–India ties, deepening our economic cooperation, and advancing shared priorities. »

It’s the latest move from the Trump administration that could deter international students from studying at universities in the United States.

The State Department has required visa applicants to provide social media identifiers on immigrant and nonimmigrant visa application forms since 2019, a spokesperson said.

However, an expansion of the efforts could severely slow down the overall student visa issuance process. »

King Charles's speech to the Canadian parliament walked a tricky line between supporting Canada without torpedoing Britain's efforts to tread softly with Trump.

In his speech to the Canadian Parliament, the King sent a stronger-than-expected message to Donald Trump today.

The King went on to suggest that Canada could be forced to seek alliances further afield from its troublesome nearest neighbour. »