“One Piece” Statue Tour Kicks Off in Kumamoto: A Symbol of Recovery After the Quake

The southern Japanese prefecture of Kumamoto has recently introduced a two-day bus excursion designed to visit 10 bronze statues featuring characters from the immensely popular manga and anime television show “One Piece.” These installations were brought in as part of initiatives aimed at boosting tourism and aiding recovery following the …

Over 1,100 carp streamers ‘swimming’ along east Japan river

TOCHIGI — More than 1,100 carp streamers are on display across a local river in this east Japan city during an annual spring festival, casting their colorful reflections on the water’s surface as they are caressed by the wind. The 21st Uzuma no Koinobori festival is being held ahead of …

Land developer starts implementing ministry’s project

PROPERTY developer, Vevhu Resources, has started implementing the Local Government and Public Works ministry’s approved layout plan in Spitzkop, Harare, despite residents having occupied open spaces meant for recreation, schools and other institutions. The implementation is being done with relevant adjustments in order to accommodate those settled on residential stands …

Almasi Collaborative Arts’ inaugural playwrights retreat concludes, empowering Zimbabwean writers

The inaugural Zimbabwean Writer’s Retreat by Almasi Collaborative Arts, in partnership with The Public Theatre (New York), concluded yesterday, , with participating playwrights sharing their reflections on the experience. Held in Harare from March 31 to April 12, this pioneering initiative provided a dedicated space for five selected Zimbabwean playwrights …

Ashanti Regional Minister pledges support for Centre for National Culture

By Naa Shormei Odonkor Kumasi, April 16, GNA – Dr Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, has pledged to support the Center for National Culture (CNC) in the region to promote cultural heritage of the people. He said culture and traditions helped to know the route of people and gave …

Gorgeous California border city is hit by stomach-churning new problem

A gorgeous California city has been plagued with a foul odor due to a stomach-churning problem in the Tijuana River. The stink started after Mexico announced it was forced to dump around five million gallons a day of sewage into the river. Mexico is attempting to replace a section of an …

BridgeZone Global Honoured at Black History Festival 2025 for Championing Pan-African Unity

By Stanley Senya Accra, April 15, GNA- BridgeZone Global, a visionary organization committed to reconnecting the African continent with its global diaspora, has received a prestigious citation at the just-concluded Black History Festival 2025 held at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta. The honour recognised BridgeZone Global’s unwavering support …