South Korea Pledges Drone Investigation Amid North's Warning
Seoul promises a thorough inquiry into civilian drone flights into North Korean airspace, stressing it has no intention of provocation. Read the latest on inter-Korean tensions.
Seoul promises a thorough inquiry into civilian drone flights into North Korean airspace, stressing it has no intention of provocation. Read the latest on inter-Korean tensions.
North Korea accuses South Korea of flying surveillance drones across the border, vowing a response. Seoul denies the claims, dimming hopes for renewed diplomacy on the peninsula.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung begins a four-day visit to China, aiming to deepen Seoul-Beijing ties and discuss North Korea, as tensions between China and Japan escalate. Read the full analysis.
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.
North Korea's leader lauds soldiers in Ukraine, cementing a military pact with Moscow. Analysis reveals the grim reality for Pyongyang's forces and the strategic gains for Kim's regime.
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.
North Korea launched long-range strategic cruise missiles overseen by Kim Jong Un, who called it a 'self-defence' exercise. Read the latest on the escalating threat.
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.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has inspected a new nuclear-powered submarine, vowing to strengthen his navy's nuclear capabilities amid rising tensions. Read the full analysis.
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Experts assess the strategic shift and potential Russian aid.
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Expert analysis suggests a launch could be imminent. Explore the regional security implications.
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.
Amazon says it blocked over 1,800 suspected North Korean operatives from remote IT jobs, part of a scheme to fund weapons programmes. Learn how firms can bolster cybersecurity.
A family was dramatically rescued after their 'sky restaurant' crane malfunctioned, leaving them suspended 125ft in the air. Read the full global briefing for December 1st.
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
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.
Two tourists have died and eight are injured after a van suddenly accelerated into a crowd on South Korea's Jeju Island. Follow for the latest breaking news updates.
FIFA investigates as North Korean U17 players punch Japanese opponents' hands instead of shaking them in a bizarre pre-match incident at the World Cup in Qatar.
The Japanese Football Association has asked FIFA to intervene after their players appeared to be punched by North Korean rivals before their Under-17 World Cup match. Read the full story.
A Japanese defence report warns a de facto alliance between China, Russia, and North Korea is creating a new world order, posing a severe three-front security threat to Japan. Discover the implications for global stability.
A ferry carrying 267 people ran aground off South Korea's southwest coast, resulting in multiple minor injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Read the latest updates.
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.
South Korea proposes military talks after firing warning shots against North Korean border incursions. Read the latest on the escalating tensions threatening stability.
Emergency crews race against time after catastrophic collapse at South Korean construction site leaves workers trapped under concrete amid ongoing rescue operations.
Pyongyang launches suspected short-range ballistic missile in latest provocation, just hours after condemning US-South Korea nuclear consultations as 'dangerous'.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared South Korea his country's 'principal enemy' and threatened to destroy the nation if provoked, signalling a dramatic escalation in tensions on the Korean peninsula.
Ex-President Donald Trump makes controversial remarks praising Kim Jong-un's 'smart and great' leadership while criticising US-South Korea relations, raising diplomatic concerns.
Pete Hegseth faces backlash after falsely claiming Seoul could be hit by North Korean radiation, prompting diplomatic concern and expert criticism.
In a significant escalation of tensions, North Korea has launched a ballistic missile toward the sea, with Kim Jong-un personally overseeing the provocative military test amid heightened regional instability.