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Chinese Theft Ring Targets Tokyo Bathhouses

A series of thefts at public bathhouses across the Tokyo metropolitan area has been linked to a large organized Chinese theft ring suspected of using hundreds of duplicate locker keys to steal cash…

  • Chinese theft ring targets Tokyo bathhouses
  • Suspects use duplicate locker keys to steal cash and credit card info
  • 100 cases of credit card IC chip replacement reported

Merkel defends Israel's right to exist, questions disproportionate global criticism

Former German chancellor Angela Merkel defended Germany's commitment to Israel, stressed Hamas's responsibility for October 7, and questioned the disproportionate scrutiny of Israel.

  • Merkel defended Israel's right to exist, emphasizing it's part of Germany's national interest.
  • Merkel criticized disproportionate Israeli military response in Gaza, calling for nuanced debate.

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