Playwright Jeremy O Harris arrested in Japan on drug charges
American playwright Jeremy O Harris detained in Okinawa after customs allegedly found MDMA in his bag. Learn about Japan's strict drug laws and the case details.
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Dead Sea Snakes Wash Up on Australia's Nanga Bay
Over a dozen venomous sea snakes have mysteriously stranded on Western Australia's coast since October. Scientists urge public caution and to report sightings.
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.
Ukraine drones hit Russian shadow fleet oil tankers
Ukrainian Sea Baby naval drones disabled two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea, vessels capable of transporting $70m of oil. Read the latest on this major development.
Russian Shadow Fleet Tankers Hit in Ukrainian Drone Strike
Ukrainian Sea Baby drones target two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea, disrupting $70m oil transport. Read the full report on the latest defence developments.
Ukraine hits Russian shadow fleet tankers in Black Sea
Ukrainian Sea Baby naval drones strike two sanctioned Russian oil tankers off Turkish coast, disrupting Kremlin's shadow fleet operations. Read the latest developments.
Man survives bear attack in Japanese public toilet
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.
Japan court upholds same-sex marriage ban
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.
Free flights to Japan for Brits - but there's a catch
All Nippon Airways launches free domestic flights for UK travellers to explore Japan's hidden gems and reduce overtourism. Find out how to book.
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.
Japan to deploy missiles near Taiwan as China fumes
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.
Man missing after Disney cruise overboard incident
A 73-year-old man from Moonee Ponds is missing at sea after going overboard from the Disney Wonder cruise ship headed to Auckland. Read the latest updates on the search.
Japan's Real 'Rental Family' Industry Exposed
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.
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.
China Sends Coast Guard to Senkaku Islands
Tensions escalate in the East China Sea as China deploys coast guard ships and military drones near Japanese territory following PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Read the latest developments.
Orphaned Sea Otter Pup Rescued in Morro Bay Mission
A baby sea otter named Caterpillar was rescued off California's coast and reunited with its mother in a heartwarming mission by marine experts. Discover how this reunion aids a threatened species.
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.
North Korea fires missile amid US-South Korea tension
Pyongyang launches suspected short-range ballistic missile in latest provocation, just hours after condemning US-South Korea nuclear consultations as 'dangerous'.
Beasts of the Sea: A hypnotic tale of extinction
Iida Turpeinen's mesmerising novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow in a powerful ecological lament that speaks to our current climate crisis.
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
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 discovers bizarre deep sea creatures in Ring of Fire
Scientists exploring Japan's deep ocean trenches have uncovered astonishing new species thriving in one of the planet's most extreme environments - the volatile Ring of Fire.
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.
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