Major 7.0 Earthquake Strikes Taipei, Tsunami Alert
A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's capital, Taipei, triggering a tsunami advisory. Get the latest updates on the seismic event and its impacts.
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Japan factory attack: 8 stabbed, 7 injured with bleach
A man wearing a gas mask launched a violent attack at a Japanese rubber factory, stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with bleach. Police have arrested a 38-year-old suspect.
Eight hurt in Japan factory stabbing attack
Eight people rushed to hospital after a reported mass stabbing and chemical incident at the Yokohama Rubber plant in Mishima, Japan. Follow for breaking updates.
Japan's record defence budget fuels tensions with China
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Japan's KFC Christmas: A Halal Twist on a 50-Year Ritual
Discover why fried chicken is Japan's festive staple. A traveller explores Tokyo's halal alternatives to the KFC queues, unravelling a unique cultural tradition.
Japan's Last Pandas Return to China After 50 Years
Japan faces its first panda-free era in five decades as its last two giant pandas, Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, depart Tokyo's Ueno Zoo for China, marking a symbolic moment amid diplomatic tensions.
Japan lifts megaquake advisory but urges caution
Japan has ended its megaquake advisory for the northeast coast one week after a magnitude 7.5 quake. Officials warn the risk remains. Stay prepared with the latest updates.
Playwright Jeremy O Harris arrested in Japan on drug charges
American playwright Jeremy O Harris detained in Okinawa after customs allegedly found MDMA in his bag. Learn about Japan's strict drug laws and the case details.
Belarus balloons close Vilnius Airport in hybrid attack
Lithuania accuses Belarus of a cynical hybrid attack as smuggler balloons shut Vilnius Airport. Read the latest on escalating tensions and the €1m defence plan.
Japan's bear crisis prompts Kyoto multilingual warnings
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
Man survives bear attack in Japanese public toilet
A 69-year-old security guard fought off a bear in a Japanese public toilet. This incident is part of a record-breaking surge in bear attacks across Japan, prompting military deployment and new insurance policies.
Japan court upholds same-sex marriage ban
A Tokyo court ruled Japan's same-sex marriage ban constitutional, reversing an earlier decision. The case now heads to the Supreme Court for a final ruling on LGBTQ+ rights in the G7's only holdout.
Free flights to Japan for Brits - but there's a catch
All Nippon Airways launches free domestic flights for UK travellers to explore Japan's hidden gems and reduce overtourism. Find out how to book.
Japan offers free domestic flights to UK tourists
British tourists can now book complimentary internal flights in Japan with ANA to ease overtourism in Tokyo and Kyoto. Discover lesser-visited regions until 31 Jan 2026.
Japan to deploy missiles near Taiwan as China fumes
Japan confirms missile deployment on Yonaguni island near Taiwan, triggering a furious response from Beijing which calls it a 'red line' crossing. Read the latest on this major defence escalation.
Japan's Real 'Rental Family' Industry Exposed
Discover the real Japanese businesses offering rented relatives and friends, a service spotlighted in the new film 'Rental Family' starring Brendan Fraser. Explore the loneliness epidemic driving this unique industry.
China bans all Japanese seafood in Taiwan row
China imposes a blanket ban on Japanese seafood imports and advises against travel to Japan. Explore the economic fallout and diplomatic crisis.
UK warns travellers after Japan bear attacks surge
The UK Foreign Office updates Japan travel advice following a record number of wildlife-related deaths. Stay informed and learn essential safety precautions for your trip.
UK issues 'danger to life' travel warning for Japan
The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Japan due to a surge in bear attacks. Learn about the safety precautions and the military response.
Sakurajima volcano erupts in Japan, ash reaches 14,400ft
Japan's Sakurajima volcano erupted dramatically before dawn on Sunday, sending ash and smoke 14,400 feet into the air and prompting ashfall warnings for local residents.
Japan allows police to shoot bears amid attack surge
Japan records its highest-ever bear attack fatalities, prompting a police and military response. Discover the reasons behind the crisis and the new measures in place.
Hurricane Beryl: Cat 4 monster batters Caribbean
Hurricane Beryl, an unprecedented early-season Category 4 monster, wreaks havoc across the southeast Caribbean with life-threatening winds and storm surges, setting alarming meteorological records.
Japan deploys military after record bear attacks
Japanese military forces have been called into the northern Akita region following an unprecedented wave of bear attacks, with incidents reaching their highest level in decades.
Hurricane Melissa: Record-breaking storm devastates Caribbean
Meteorologists warn of new era as Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean with unprecedented longevity and power, raising urgent climate change concerns.
Japan's bear crisis: Record encounters spark emergency
Japan faces an unprecedented wildlife crisis as bear encounters reach record highs, with experts warning of growing human-wildlife conflict in urbanising landscapes. Discover why these dangerous incidents are surging and what authorities are doing to prot
Britain's gloomiest October in 60 years recorded
Meteorological data reveals October 2024 was the darkest and most overcast October since records began, with unprecedented cloud coverage casting a shadow across Britain.
Japan funds hunters as bear attacks reach record highs
As bear attacks reach unprecedented levels across Japan, authorities are taking radical action by funding hunter recruitment to control the surging population in a dramatic wildlife conflict.
Hurricane Beryl: Jamaica faces Category 5 threat
Meteorologists issue urgent warnings as Hurricane Beryl strengthens towards Category 5, targeting Jamaica with devastating winds and storm surges. Emergency preparations intensify across the Caribbean.
Aircraft flies into Hurricane Melissa's eye - stunning footage
Dramatic video reveals the terrifying moment a hurricane hunter plane plunges through violent winds into the calm eye of Hurricane Melissa, capturing unprecedented storm footage.
Hurricane Melissa Threatens Jamaica: Storm Animation
Newly formed Hurricane Melissa poses significant threat to Jamaica as meteorological experts release compelling animation showing the storm's projected trajectory across the Caribbean.
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