British police investigate four sexual assault allegations against actor and comedian Russell Brand following a joint exposé by The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4.
Former Japanese currency diplomat Takehiko Nakao raises concerns about the yen's decline, suggests potential currency market intervention, and calls for a reevaluation of Bank of Japan's monetary policy.
France's Council of State rules in favor of the government ban on Muslim abaya dress in schools, sparking controversy over potential infringement on fundamental freedoms.
Azerbaijani and Armenian officials agree to form a collaborative working group for civil initiatives in Karabakh, focusing on social, humanitarian, and infrastructure matters.