Japan halts nuclear safety review after data fabrication
Japan's nuclear regulator scraps safety screening for two reactors after Chubu Electric Power fabricated earthquake risk data. A major setback for Japan's energy plans. Read the full story.
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Japan nuclear plant safety data manipulated, restart halted
Japan's nuclear regulator stops review to restart Hamaoka plant after operator admits cherry-picking earthquake safety data. A major setback for Japan's nuclear energy plans.
Japan's women lawmakers petition for more parliament toilets
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 Accelerates Military Buildup, Doubling Defence Spending
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.
Inside Japan's Bear Crisis: A Reporter's Harrowing Visit
A Guardian reporter ventures into a Japanese bear hotspot, revealing the escalating human-wildlife conflict. Discover the shocking encounters and community fears.
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 clarifies nuclear stance after security official's remarks
Japan has restated its commitment to never possessing nuclear weapons following controversial comments from a senior official. Explore the debate over Japan's security policy amid regional threats.
US and Russia Threaten to Resume Nuclear Testing
The US and Russia have threatened to resume nuclear weapons testing, jeopardising a key global security norm. Experts warn this could trigger a dangerous new arms race.
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.
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.
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.
Russia Considers First Nuclear Test Since Cold War
Exclusive: Moscow signals potential return to nuclear testing as global arms control agreements crumble, raising alarm among Western security officials.
Putin: Russia may resume nuclear weapons testing
Vladimir Putin declares Russia may resume nuclear weapons testing in direct response to US atomic trials, escalating global security concerns and Cold War-era tensions.
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.
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
Trump considers resuming nuclear weapons testing
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering resuming nuclear weapons testing, a move that would break a decades-long moratorium and potentially trigger a new arms race, according to senior officials.
Putin's Nuclear Threat: Russia Warns West Over Ukraine
Exclusive: Vladimir Putin escalates nuclear rhetoric as Russia threatens Western targets with tactical atomic weapons in response to Ukraine's use of Western missiles
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.
Trump considered nuclear testing return to pressure rivals
Exclusive: Donald Trump allegedly discussed resuming nuclear weapons testing during his 2024 campaign, a move that would shatter decades of global consensus and dramatically escalate tensions with Moscow and Beijing.
Russia May Resume Nuclear Testing Amid Ukraine War
Exclusive intelligence reveals Moscow may resume nuclear testing as Western support for Ukraine wavers. Experts warn of escalating global tensions and renewed arms race.
Trump considers resuming US nuclear weapons testing
Former President Donald Trump reportedly considers resuming US nuclear weapons testing, potentially triggering a dangerous new arms race with Russia and China. Experts warn this could dismantle decades of nuclear diplomacy.
Kremlin denies nuclear tests after Trump announcement
Moscow issues urgent clarification about recent weapons testing as former President Donald Trump declares America will resume nuclear weapons development, sparking global tensions.
Putin's radioactive tsunami torpedo threat
Vladimir Putin has escalated nuclear rhetoric by boasting about Russia's Poseidon nuclear torpedo, a weapon designed to create radioactive tsunamis that could devastate coastal cities for decades.
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.
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