Nearly 60 Japanese women legislators, including PM Sanae Takaichi, petition for more women's toilets in the historic Diet building, highlighting a stark gender infrastructure gap. Read more on this cross-party push for equality.
Japan is rapidly transforming its defence posture, aiming to double annual arms spending to counter China. This historic shift raises questions about its pacifist constitution. Read the full analysis.
A Guardian reporter ventures into a Japanese bear hotspot, revealing the escalating human-wildlife conflict. Discover the shocking encounters and community fears.
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.
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.
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
Texas Republican Troy Nehls announces retirement to focus on family, joining dozens of lawmakers leaving Congress. Read about the growing GOP exodus.
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.
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.
All Nippon Airways launches free domestic flights for UK travellers to explore Japan's hidden gems and reduce overtourism. Find out how to book.
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.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor appears downcast on Windsor estate after US lawmakers demand he gives evidence in Jeffrey Epstein probe. Follow the latest royal developments.
Former Prince Andrew faces scathing criticism from US lawmakers after missing deadline to testify about Jeffrey Epstein friendship. Investigation continues without his cooperation.
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.
Donald Trump walks back execution comments about Democrats who urged troops to disobey orders. Six lawmakers now receive 24/7 protection. Read the full story.
Donald Trump clarifies his controversial remarks about Democratic lawmakers facing death penalty for sedition. Read the full story about the political firestorm.
Morning Joe host Joe Scarborough erupted with an F-bomb on live TV, targeting Speaker Mike Johnson over Republican response to a viral Democrat video. Full story on the explosive broadcast.
Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after calling for the execution of Democratic lawmakers on Truth Social. Read the full story and the political fallout.
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.
Donald Trump faces backlash after calling for Democratic lawmakers to be arrested for 'seditious behaviour, punishable by death' on Truth Social. Read the latest US political developments.
CNN's Kaitlan Collins accuses White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt of mischaracterising a video from Democratic lawmakers. Discover the explosive details and Trump's reaction.
The White House clarifies Donald Trump's controversial social media posts, stating he did not intend to suggest Democratic lawmakers should be executed. Explore the fallout.
White House defends Trump's call for Democratic lawmakers to be hanged over military remarks. Press Secretary accuses them of undermining the chain of command. Read the full story.
Former President Trump amplifies calls for hanging Democratic veterans after they urged soldiers to refuse illegal orders. Political crisis deepens over military ethics.
China imposes a blanket ban on Japanese seafood imports and advises against travel to Japan. Explore the economic fallout and diplomatic crisis.
American politicians call for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to testify before Congress about Jeffrey Epstein connections. King Charles praised for stripping royal titles.
American lawmakers applaud King Charles for stripping Prince Andrew's titles as the House votes to release Epstein files. Bipartisan calls for accountability and justice intensify. Read the latest developments.
Britain's MI5 warns MPs of widespread Chinese espionage on LinkedIn. Discover how spies use fake profiles to cultivate relationships and interfere in UK affairs.
The Republican-led House votes on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, a scandal dogging Donald Trump. Follow for the latest developments and analysis on this high-profile case.
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.