‘We are puzzled’: how Japan’s rice crisis got so bad

Mortgage rates aren't moving much nationally, but there's a silver lining—falling home sales in Canada are making houses slightly more affordable in some areas. Whether you'll catch a break depends heavily on your local market.

Editor’s Note: If you're house hunting, this is a mixed bag. Stubborn rates mean borrowing isn't getting cheaper, but with fewer buyers in the market, you might have more negotiating power or better inventory to choose from. Location is everything right now.

Toronto’s most infamous speed camera—nicknamed the "Parkside Phantom" for its knack for catching speeding drivers—has been vandalized yet again. This marks the fifth time the camera near Algonquin Avenue has been chopped down, with the latest incident happening between Thursday and Friday. Locals joke it’s the city’s most resilient (or unlucky) piece of traffic tech.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a broken camera—it’s a quirky symbol of the ongoing battle between drivers and traffic rules. The repeated vandalism raises questions: Is it sheer frustration with fines, or a rebellious statement against automated enforcement? Either way, it’s costing the city time and money, and keeping the debate over speed cameras alive.

England and Zimbabwe are battling it out in a men's cricket Test match, and this is the live coverage of day two. If you missed the action from day one, there’s a recap link, plus you can follow other county cricket updates. Zak Crawley’s century on day one seems to have set a strong tone for England, but the game’s still wide open.

Editor’s Note: Test cricket is a slow burn, and day two could swing the match in either direction. For fans, it’s all about seeing if England can build on their momentum or if Zimbabwe can fight back. Plus, with live coverage, it’s a chance to follow every ball as it happens—perfect for cricket nerds who love the tactical side of the game.

A ship crashed into a garden because the officer on watch was asleep at the wheel, according to police. The officer reportedly admitted to dozing off during the incident, raising questions about safety protocols and fatigue in maritime operations.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a bizarre "ship in a garden" headline—it highlights a serious lapse in safety that could have had much worse consequences. Fatigue among crew members is a known risk in shipping, and this incident might prompt calls for stricter oversight or better rest policies to prevent similar accidents.

Tottenham fans are flooding the streets for a celebratory parade, likely marking a big season win or milestone, while elsewhere in football news, a player (Williams) has been handed a suspended jail sentence—details are sparse, but it’s clearly a mixed bag of highs and lows in today’s football world. Meanwhile, the Premier League’s final day promises drama, with a linked article teasing key moments to watch.

Editor’s Note: Football’s a rollercoaster—today’s news captures that perfectly. Spurs fans are buzzing (maybe over a trophy or top finish?), but the Williams story is a sobering reminder of the sport’s off-pitch complexities. With the Premier League finale looming, this update sets the stage for a big weekend. Whether you’re here for the joy, the gossip, or the sheer unpredictability, there’s something in it for every fan.