While the status does not carry the same rights as marriage, it allows LGBTQ partners to access some public services in areas such as housing, health and welfare like a couple.

After performing for over a decade, this Japanese cheerleading squad has found a new meaning to cheer and dance to the commuters amidst the trying times of COVID-19.

G20 leaders showcased their support for women empowerment and gender parity in the Women Political Leaders (WPL) Summit 2019 in Tokyo. Ivanka Trump was special invitee of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to make her case for “Women’s Economic Empowerment” session on Saturday.