From MeToo dramas facing censorship to monster-hunting video games conquering the world and samurai westerns in Scotland, Japan's influence on film is diverse and complex. Read more...

A look at the diverse themes and films vying for attention at the 2025 Oscars, from MeToo narratives and French contenders to the representation of sex workers. Read more...

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From a BBC apology to Pamela Anderson's reflections, and a Japanese MeToo icon's Oscar bid, the entertainment world is buzzing with news. Plus, a K-pop controversy and a gaming triumph! Read more...

A roundup of key political developments including Shiori Ito's fight, Egypt's Gaza plan, a French anti-narcotics measure, budget cuts, education reforms, and abuse compensation. Read more...

The entertainment world mourns Monika Lundi, a victim in an early #MeToo case, while Shiori Ito, a face of Japan's MeToo movement, sees her story up for an Oscar, but banned in her home country. Read more...

From Warhol's Queen to the Loch Ness monster, and the controversy surrounding a Japanese filmmaker, catch up on the latest entertainment news! Read more...

From pre-Oscar brunches with Amelia Dimoldenberg to potential dark horse contenders like "Girl with a Needle" and the powerful documentary "Black Box Diaries," the Oscars are generating buzz. Read more...

From video games and robotic chefs to documentaries on justice, Japan's influence is felt worldwide. We explore recent examples of this global impact. Read more...