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Australia's Kerr Scores, Secures World Cup Spot with 2-1 Win
Sports4h ago

Australia's Kerr Scores, Secures World Cup Spot with 2-1 Win

Sam Kerr led Australia to victory over North Korea in a nail-biting quarterfinal, punching the Matildas' ticket to next year's World Cup in Brazil. The Chelsea forward scored one goal and set up another as Australia turned just two shots into goals against a relentless opponent.

Japan Today2 min read
Sam Kerr Returns Home for Historic World Cup Qualifier
Sports22h ago

Sam Kerr Returns Home for Historic World Cup Qualifier

Sixteen years after her backflip goal launched her career, Sam Kerr leads Australia's Matildas into a quarter-final rematch against North Korea in her hometown of Perth. A win secures their spot in the 2027 Women's World Cup.

SBS Australia2 min read
Beijing to Pyongyang Train Returns After 6 Years
Global News1d ago

Beijing to Pyongyang Train Returns After 6 Years

For the first time since 2020, a passenger train is connecting the Chinese and North Korean capitals, marking a quiet but meaningful step toward rebuilding neighborly ties. The 24-hour journey signals hope for renewed people-to-people connections after years of pandemic isolation.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Japan Families Seek Support for Missing Loved Ones
Community HeroesFeb 14

Japan Families Seek Support for Missing Loved Ones

Families searching for relatives possibly taken by North Korea decades ago need help as they grow older. Their tireless advocacy work continues despite the challenges of aging.

Japan Times2 min read
South Korea Marks 31 Years of Weekly Prayer for Peace
Global NewsFeb 13

South Korea Marks 31 Years of Weekly Prayer for Peace

For nearly 31 years, Catholics in Seoul have gathered every Tuesday night to pray for reconciliation with North Korea. The 1500th Mass brought together 400 people who continue believing peace is possible.

Google News - Reconciliation3 min read
Japan Pledges to Bring Home Woman Abducted 48 Years Ago
Acts of KindnessJan 20

Japan Pledges to Bring Home Woman Abducted 48 Years Ago

Japan's top government spokesman met with Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977, and vowed to bring all abductees home. Nearly 29,000 people signed a petition demanding action on the decades-old case.

Japan Times2 min read