Ireland's Women's Rugby team, the Grand Slam champions, launched their 2025 World Cup campaign with a stunning 36-12 victory over a spirited Japan, setting a new tournament attendance record in the process.
Japanese police arrest a local official for negligence after a fatal bear attack in Takikawa, Hokkaido, sparking national debate on wildlife management.
A spectacular fireball, believed to be a meteoroid fragment, blazed across western Japan in a stunning celestial display. The event, captured on countless dashcams and security cameras, has ignited scientific excitement and public awe.
Democratic Congressmen Andy Kim and Tammy Duckworth call for reinforced US-South Korea relations to counterbalance China and Japan's influence in the region.
Australia and the Philippines have signed a new defence agreement to enhance military cooperation, as regional tensions with China escalate over disputed waters.
A 98-year-old Royal Navy veteran from Leeds has been awarded Japan's highest honour for his role in fostering UK-Japan relations post-World War II.
Russia and China conducted joint military exercises near Japan, showcasing their growing alliance as regional tensions escalate. The drills included strategic bombers and warships, raising concerns in Tokyo.
A Chinese warship and a Philippine coast guard vessel collided near the contested Second Thomas Shoal, raising fears of further confrontation in the volatile region.
Dramatic confrontation unfolds in the South China Sea as Chinese vessels aggressively block and collide with a Philippine patrol boat in contested waters claimed by Beijing.
Beijing claims Manila violated its sovereignty after Philippine ships entered the contested Scarborough Shoal, escalating tensions in the South China Sea.
Southern Japan faces torrential rain and landslides, prompting evacuation orders and disrupting transport. Authorities warn of life-threatening conditions as the storm system lingers.
Southern Japan braces for severe weather as torrential rain prompts evacuation advisories and landslide alerts in Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures.
Japan's public broadcaster NHK alleges Chinese spies infiltrated Tokyo's political circles, escalating tensions between the two Asian powers. Beijing dismisses the report as 'baseless fabrication'.
Chinese researchers have outlined strategies to disrupt or destroy Elon Musk's Starlink satellite network, escalating fears of a space arms race between Beijing and the West.
A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings in Japan, with waves already hitting coastal areas. Here's the latest on evacuations, damage, and emergency response.
Japan faces tsunami threats following a major earthquake. Live updates on evacuations, warnings, and potential impacts as authorities urge caution.
Heavy downpours in northern China have led to catastrophic flooding, claiming two lives and forcing thousands to evacuate as emergency services battle rising waters.
Taiwan's political landscape heats up as calls for an election recall gain momentum, with China closely monitoring the situation.
Former US President Donald Trump has warned Japan of imposing steep tariffs on auto imports if re-elected, reigniting trade tensions between the two allies.
Former US President Donald Trump announces a significant trade agreement with Japan, promising economic benefits and stronger bilateral ties.
Former US President Donald Trump announces a major trade agreement with Japan, marking a significant milestone after weeks of complex negotiations.
A British expat reveals why leaving the UK for China transformed her life—lower living costs, higher earnings, and a 13-hour workweek.
A senior Wells Fargo executive was reportedly prevented from departing Beijing, highlighting escalating US-China tensions over financial regulations.
Exit polls indicate a significant loss for Japan's ruling party in the Upper House elections, potentially reshaping the country's political landscape.
Beijing's Ministry of State Security has openly criticised former US President Donald Trump, alleging 'malicious' motives in his recent comments on China-US relations. The escalating rhetoric highlights deepening geopolitical tensions between the two supe
The US State Department has issued a stark warning over China's alleged espionage activities, accusing Beijing of targeting American institutions in a bold intelligence campaign.
The Prime Minister has defended his diplomatic approach to China, insisting that mutual respect is key despite criticism over the trip's outcomes. Read the full analysis.
The US and Philippines have agreed to enhance military cooperation, including joint patrols near disputed waters, as tensions with China escalate over territorial claims in the South China Sea.
A hunter has gone missing in northern Japan amid a surge in bear attacks, prompting local authorities to declare an emergency. Residents are urged to stay vigilant as wildlife encounters reach alarming levels.
Japan has issued a stern warning to China following 'dangerous' military exercises near the disputed Senkaku Islands, escalating tensions in the East China Sea.