Who is Punch the Monkey? Born July 2025 and named Panchi-kun, or Punch in English, is the baby macaque at the Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan who has gone viral for having an emotional ...

Rio de Janeiro's Carnival is using samba parades to spotlight Black Brazilian women writers who rarely get public recognition ...

In bringing together American and Japanese youth basketball players, one advocate here is hoping to build an ongoing partnership ...

In Japan, snacks are called "oyatsu": light meals eaten between 2 and 4 p.m. to recharge, and they're especially important for kids. My own childhood favorites still bring back sweet memories.

A child’s bedroom reflects daily life and values. This video shows what kids’ rooms look like in Japan. Space, simplicity, and organization stand out. A calm look inside a private family space. New ...

K-fashion is moving to expand its presence in the Japanese market. Until now, brands favored by Millennials and Gen Z (people born from 1980 to 2010), such as Mardi Mercredi, Matin Kim, and ...

My kids were adamant that we take a family vacation to Japan this year. Despite being a seasoned traveler, the idea of planning this trip overwhelmed me. I decided a small family group tour was the ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Kids in one local program got a big treat Wednesday afternoon: a lesson from a basketball pro. Japanese basketball star Mone Izumi hosted a skills workshop at the Crane Center ...

Samba this, Samba that—frankly, I’m done talking about whether Adidas’ ubiquitous sneakers are cooked or just classics. (For the record, I remain firmly pro, but I get it if you’ve tapped out.) ...

The pet of choice in Japan, as much as cuddly kitties and playful puppies, is the humble bug. The bug has been a key part of Japanese culture from the Heian era classic “The Tale of Genji” to popular ...