Couple die trapped in Tokyo sauna fire
A husband and wife died in a Tokyo sauna after a fire broke out and a faulty door handle trapped them inside. The emergency alarm was switched off. Read the full investigation.
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Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Make Relationship Instagram Official
Katy Perry and former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau have seemingly confirmed their romance with a series of intimate Instagram posts from Japan. Get all the details on their public debut.
Japan Claims China Locked Radar on Fighter Jets
Japan alleges Chinese warships directed fire-control radar at its fighter jets near disputed islands, escalating tensions. Read the full details of the confrontation.
China-Japan Radar Lock Incident Over Okinawa
Japan alleges a Chinese fighter jet locked its fire-control radar on Japanese F-15s in a major escalation. Read the full details of the dangerous encounter and rising tensions.
Jeremy O Harris Arrested in Japan on Drug Smuggling Suspicion
Playwright and actor Jeremy O Harris, known for 'Emily in Paris', has been held in Japan for 18 days after customs allegedly found MDMA in his bag. Learn the details and potential consequences.
Jeremy O Harris arrested in Japan for alleged drug smuggling
Tony-nominated playwright Jeremy O Harris detained at Okinawa airport after customs found MDMA in his bag. He remains in custody facing Japan's strict drug laws.
Japan's 'Work to Win' is 2025 Catchphrase of the Year
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sees her slogan 'Work to Win' named the 2025 buzzword of the year. Discover the story behind this political catchphrase and its cultural impact.
Japanese Singer Stopped Mid-Performance in Shanghai
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
Man fights bear in Japanese public toilet
A 69-year-old man fought off a bear in a public toilet in Japan, amid a record surge in bear attacks. Discover the causes and the government's response.
Hong Kong Tower Block Fire: Aerial Footage Shows Blaze
Dramatic aerial video captures massive fire engulfing Hong Kong residential complex. Emergency services battle intense flames as investigation begins.
Trump tells Japan's PM to avoid escalating China tensions
Donald Trump has reportedly urged Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to 'dial down the volume' in the dispute with China over Taiwan. Discover the diplomatic implications.
Shinji Sōmai's Moving: A 90s Japanese Masterpiece
Explore Shinji Sōmai's 1993 film Moving, a hypnotic portrait of a 12-year-old's coming-of-age amidst her parents' separation in Japan's lost decade. Stream now.
Japan-China tensions escalate over Taiwan at G20
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi fails to secure meeting with Chinese premier at G20 summit amid Taiwan dispute. Public backing rises despite diplomatic freeze. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian refugee wins Japan's first elite sumo title
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, known as Aonishiki Arata, makes history by winning his country's first elite sumo tournament in Japan. Discover his incredible journey from war-torn Ukraine to sumo stardom.
Ukrainian sumo wrestler makes history in Japan
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, who fled the war, has become the first from his country to win an elite tournament in Japan. Read his inspiring story.
Atmospheric River Triggers California Flood Warnings
California faces evacuation warnings as atmospheric river phenomenon brings destructive rain, while Japan records early heavy snowfall and Australia battles severe thunderstorms.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its controversial 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government intervention and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
China Suspends Japanese Seafood Imports Again
China reinstates seafood ban on Japan following PM's Taiwan comments, escalating diplomatic tensions. Learn how this affects bilateral relations and trade.
Man dies after medical emergency at McDonald's
A man has died after suffering a critical medical emergency at a McDonald's restaurant in Stafford. Emergency services responded but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
China cancels 500,000 Japan flights in Taiwan dispute
Chinese travellers cancel half a million flights to Japan amid diplomatic tensions over Taiwan. Discover how this impacts tourism and business relations between the Asian giants.
Triple Zero failure on Samsung phone leads to death
TPG confirms customer died after emergency call failed on incompatible Samsung device. Urgent warning issued for 50,000 older phones facing network disconnection.
Japan's economy shrinks after US tariff impact
Japan's economy contracts for first time in six quarters as US tariffs hammer exports. GDP falls 1.8% annualised amid global trade tensions. Discover the full impact.
China's Japan travel warning hits tourism shares
Chinese travel advisory for Japan triggers market slump after PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Shiseido shares fall 9% as diplomatic row escalates. Read the full analysis.
China Escalates Senkaku Dispute After Japan's Taiwan Remarks
Beijing deploys coast guard and drones near Japanese territory following PM Takaichi's warning about potential military response to Taiwan conflict. Read the latest developments.
Wales snatch dramatic 24-23 victory over Japan
Replacement Jarrod Evans held his nerve with a last-gasp penalty to secure a 24-23 victory for Wales against Japan in a thrilling Cardiff encounter. Read the full match report.
China warns against Japan travel over Taiwan comments
Beijing advises citizens against visiting Japan after PM Sanae Takaichi's military response remarks on Taiwan. Diplomatic tensions escalate as ambassadors are summoned.
New Zealand Rugby's Challenging Transition Phase
The All Blacks face unfamiliar challenges as key players move to Japan, creating experience gaps and changing their global rugby dominance. Discover how this affects their performance.
Japan PM's 2-hour sleep schedule raises work-life fears
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi survives on just 2-4 hours sleep nightly, prompting concerns about work-life balance in a nation struggling with overwork culture and karoshi deaths.
AI Bear Videos Fuel Anxiety in Japan's Wildlife Crisis
As Japan faces a record surge in bear attacks, a wave of hyper-realistic AI-generated videos depicting encounters is amplifying public fear and complicating official safety messaging.
Japan's female PM faces sumo ring tradition dilemma
Japan's first female prime minister Sanae Takaichi faces a historic decision: will she defy sumo wrestling's centuries-old ban on women entering the sacred ring to present a trophy?
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