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.
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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
Emmerdale solves mysterious bear and wolf storyline
Emmerdale viewers finally get answers about the mysterious teddy bear and wolf that have been haunting the village, as the ITV soap reveals the emotional truth behind the puzzling storyline.
Holly Willoughby's Netflix Return with Bear Grylls
Holly Willoughby is set for a sensational television comeback with a thrilling new Netflix series, marking her first major project since leaving This Morning. Discover all the exciting details about Bear Hunt and her partnership with Bear Grylls.
Canadian man mauled in brutal bear attack
A peaceful afternoon walk turned into a nightmare for a Canadian man after a brutal bear mauling left him with serious injuries in a shocking wildlife encounter.
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.
Japan's Takaichi positions as key figure in China policy
Former Japanese minister Sanae Takaichi positions herself as potential successor to Shinzo Abe, advocating strengthened US-Japan alliance and tougher stance against China's territorial ambitions.
Trump may withdraw US troops from Japan if re-elected
Exclusive: Donald Trump considers pulling American troops out of Japan in potential second term, raising alarm bells about Asian security and global military strategy.
Shinzo Abe's assassin death sentence upheld
Japan's Supreme Court rejects Tetsuya Yamagami's appeal, confirming death penalty for former PM Shinzo Abe's assassination during 2022 campaign speech.
Trump signs rare earths pact with Japan, reducing China reliance
Former US President Donald Trump forges landmark rare earths agreement with Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, reshaping global tech manufacturing and reducing Western reliance on China.
Japan Ambassador Masters Scouse Slang in Liverpool
Japan's UK ambassador dazzles Liverpudlians with perfect Scouse slang while exploring the city's culinary scene in a viral diplomatic video that's winning hearts across Merseyside.
Bear fights for life with head trapped in plastic barrel
Distressing video captures the moment a terrified bear fights for freedom after getting its head stuck in a blue plastic barrel, highlighting the growing threat of plastic pollution to wildlife.
Japan deploys military after surge in bear attacks
Japan's military has been called into the northern Akita region following a dramatic surge in bear attacks and sightings, creating a state of emergency in rural communities.
Japan PM banks on Abe effect for Trump talks
Japan's freshly elected Prime Minister Kimiko Yamazaki is betting on the legacy of Shinzo Abe's relationship with Donald Trump to navigate crucial US-Japan trade and security negotiations.
Japan's bear attack crisis: Why it's happening
As Japan faces an unprecedented rise in bear encounters, experts reveal the surprising reasons behind the surge and essential safety tips for residents and tourists.
Japan's population crisis deepens as births hit record low
Japan faces an unprecedented demographic emergency as new data reveals the sharpest population decline in history, with births plummeting to their lowest level since records began.
Wrong bear killed in Arkansas after fatal mauling
Wildlife officials in Arkansas confirm they euthanised an innocent black bear after a rare fatal attack, sparking controversy over wildlife management practices.
California Zoo Rescues Escaped Black Bear Safely
A remarkable wildlife rescue operation unfolded at a California zoo as staff successfully tranquillised and returned a 300-pound black bear that had briefly escaped its enclosure, with no injuries to animals or visitors.
Japan appoints just one woman in cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet reshuffle sees just one female minister amid criticism of Japan's poor gender equality record in politics.
Japan's drummer politician Takaichi eyes PM role
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi, known for her drumming skills and hawkish policies, emerges as frontrunner in Japan's leadership race with radical economic proposals.
Japan's First Female PM: Sanae Takaichi Makes History
In a historic political breakthrough, Sanae Takaichi is positioned to shatter Japan's highest glass ceiling and become the nation's first female prime minister following the ruling party's leadership election.
Japan's WWII Apology Prime Minister Murayama Dies
Tributes flow for former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama, whose historic 1995 apology for WWII atrocities reshaped Asian diplomacy and leaves a complex legacy.
Twin Typhoons Nakri and Halong Threaten Japan
Japan braces for severe weather as Typhoon Nakri approaches the Izu Islands while Typhoon Halong gains strength, bringing heavy rainfall and potential disruption to travel and infrastructure.
Tokyo population sees first decline in 26 years
Japan's Tokyo metropolitan area records its first population drop since 1996, signalling a dramatic demographic shift amid national population concerns.
To Cook A Bear Review: Unbearably Silly Historical Drama
The Guardian's scathing review of 'To Cook a Bear' reveals why this bizarre historical drama about a bear-fighting police unit fails to deliver anything but unintentional comedy.
Filipino climber dies in Japan Alps fall
A 34-year-old Filipino mountaineer has died after a devastating 150-metre fall while climbing Japan's treacherous Northern Alps, marking another tragic incident in the popular climbing destination.
Bear attack kills mushroom picker in Slovakia
A 57-year-old man from Belarus was brutally killed by a brown bear while mushroom picking in Slovakia's Demänovská Valley, marking the first fatal bear attack in the country's modern history.
Elderly man survives brutal bear attack while mushroom picking
A 70-year-old mushroom enthusiast suffered catastrophic injuries after a brutal bear mauling in northern Sweden, with rescuers describing one of the worst attacks they've ever witnessed.
Kyoto tourist tax increases coming in 2026
Kyoto announces significant tourist tax increases starting 2026, with new accommodation fees and city tax adjustments aimed at managing overtourism and preserving cultural heritage.
Japan coalition crisis over Takaichi leadership bid
Japan's political stability hangs in the balance as coalition partner Komeito considers ending its 20-year alliance with the LDP over Sanae Takaichi's leadership ambitions, potentially triggering a government crisis.
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