Thailand threatened on Monday to suspend a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement with Cambodia, with the country’s prime minister saying all actions under the deal will be halted, just hours after a land mine…
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Takaichi signals work on setting new fiscal target
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Monday she would work on setting a new fiscal target extending through several years to allow more flexible spending, essentially watering down the country’s commitment…
Powerful earthquake rattles the northern coast of Japan; earlier tsunami advisory lifted
A strong earthquake and several subsequent tremors rattled northern Japan on Sunday evening, triggering tsunami advisories along the coast, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The earthquake, with an upgraded magnitude of…
Drones take flight in Japan’s disaster efforts
Japan is turning to drones to issue evacuation calls during natural disasters such as tsunamis and torrential rains. The unmanned aircraft can deliver urgent warnings from the air, enabling faster and safer…
32-year-old police sergeant apparently commits suicide in police box in Tokyo
A 32-year-old police sergeant apparently committed suicide by shooting himself while on duty at a koban (police box) in Tokyo on Friday. A police officer on patrol found the sergeant lying on the floor,…
Takaichi pledges Japan’s continued support to Ukraine in 1st phone talks with Zelenskyy
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday pledged continued support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s invasion during her first phone talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy since taking office last…
China extends visa-free scheme for Japan visitors until late 2026
China said Monday it will extend its visa-free arrangement for short-term Japanese visitors until the end of 2026 to further facilitate personnel exchanges, following a recent agreement between the two countries’ leaders…
Japan to compile measures to address foreigner-related issues in January
Japan’s government will compile a comprehensive set of measures to address issues related to foreign residents and tourists in January, its top spokesperson said Tuesday, as its ministers met to discuss policies…
Woman found dead in Akita mountains; bear attack suspected
AKITA – The body of a 79-year-old woman who appears to have been attacked by a bear was found Monday morning in a forested area in the mountains of Akita Prefecture, northeastern…
5-year-old boy dies after being hit by car while crossing road in Tottori Prefecture
TOTTORI – A 5-year-old boy was hit and killed by a car on a road in Chizu town, Tottori Prefecture, on Sunday. According to police, the incident occurred at around 4:40 p.m….