Mount Fuji’s ¥4,000 entrance fee kicks in for all routes

Lethbridge is going bigger for Canada Day this year because the usual spots just can’t handle the crowds anymore. The city’s adding more space to the festivities, so more people can join in without feeling packed like sardines.

Editor’s Note: Bigger celebrations mean more room for fun—and it’s a sign the city’s growing. If you’ve ever been to an event that felt overcrowded, you’ll get why this matters. It’s not just about fireworks and flags; it’s about making sure everyone can actually enjoy the party.

Hong Kong is celebrating 28 years since its handover from Britain to China with a flag-raising ceremony at Golden Bauhinia Square and a reception at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu will lead the events, which also include a fly-past—a symbolic showcase of unity and patriotism under Chinese rule.

Editor’s Note: While this is a routine commemoration, it’s a politically charged moment. For Beijing and Hong Kong’s leadership, it reinforces sovereignty and stability. For critics, it’s a reminder of the city’s shifting identity under tightened control. Either way, it’s a key date on Hong Kong’s calendar—one that draws attention both locally and internationally.

China's countryside is seeing a boom in trendy, Instagram-worthy coffee shops as urbanites like Asa Jin seek out picturesque spots for their caffeine fix and social media snaps. But with many cafes banking on novelty and aesthetics rather than repeat business, some wonder if this rural coffee wave has staying power—or if it’s just a fleeting fad.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about coffee—it’s a snapshot of how China’s shifting consumer habits and social media culture are reshaping rural economies. If these cafes can’t pivot from being photo ops to sustainable businesses, the buzz might fizzle out fast. But for now, they’re cashing in on the demand for experiences over espresso.

Authorities have named 20-year-old Wess Roley as the suspect in a chilling ambush targeting firefighters in Idaho. According to CBS News, Roley allegedly set a fire intentionally to draw first responders to a remote area near Coeur d'Alene—a calculated act that turned deadly.

A childcare worker in Melbourne’s western suburbs has been hit with over 70 charges for allegedly sexually abusing eight children at the center where he worked. Police have named the accused as Joshua Brown from Point Cook, and the case is now unfolding as part of a broader investigation.

Editor’s Note: This is a deeply disturbing case that will send shockwaves through parents and communities, especially those with young kids in childcare. It raises urgent questions about safeguarding measures in these facilities and how such alleged abuse could go undetected. For families, it’s a chilling reminder of the vulnerabilities kids can face—even in places meant to protect them. Authorities will likely face pressure to tighten oversight in the sector.