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An elderly woman has died from heat stroke while sheltering in a car in Kumamoto, Japan, pushing the earthquake death toll to 36 as extreme temperatures compound disaster recovery challenges.
Japan has launched its National Intelligence Bureau, a reorganized intelligence body designed to enhance counterespionage capabilities and coordinate security operations across government agencies.
Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture faces a desperate recovery effort following a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that has claimed at least 34 lives. Rescue teams battle extreme heat, ongoing aftershocks and severe infrastructure damage as over 10,000 residents shelter in evacuation centres.
An explosion at a shopping mall in Kumamoto, Japan has killed two women and left others unaccounted for, hours after a magnitude-7.1 earthquake struck the region on Tuesday evening.
A significant earthquake in Japan has claimed 13 lives, according to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The disaster has triggered emergency response protocols across affected regions, raising regional seismic concerns.
The Embassy of Malaysia in Japan has urged citizens to stay alert following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture in Kyushu. Malaysians are advised to monitor local conditions and contact the embassy for assistance.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Tuesday evening, leaving several people injured and causing widespread power outages and transport disruptions across the region.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake centred in Kumamoto Prefecture struck southwestern Japan on Tuesday afternoon, triggering tsunami advisories for nearby seas and leaving several people injured amid widespread power disruptions.
The US has implemented tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on South Korea, Japan and dozens of other trading partners over alleged forced labour practices, replacing expired temporary duties.
Japan is enduring an unprecedented heatwave that has pushed hospital admissions to record levels, with over 450 people treated daily for heat-related conditions in Tokyo alone. Officials have declared the phenomenon a national disaster.
Tokyo police have arrested a Chinese man accused of running an unlicensed taxi operation that exploited Japan's 'urban hire' vehicle system to transport tourists between February and April. The scheme allegedly generated ¥38 million in fees.
Japanese authorities have arrested nine individuals suspected of running an illegal payment system that facilitated online casino gambling from within Japan. The operation reportedly moved 340 billion yen in customer funds.
Police in Japan's Ibaraki Prefecture have arrested a 49-year-old woman on suspicion of sewing together the lips of her 42-year-old roommate using needle and thread, marking a disturbing case of alleged domestic violence.
Police in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan arrested a 49-year-old woman suspected of sewing her roommate's lips together, causing serious injury. The victim escaped and sought help at a nearby shop.
Japan's Naomi Osaka delivered a stunning upset over top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka at Wimbledon, advancing to the quarterfinals for the first time in her career and reversing a recent losing streak.
Malaysia's junior men's hockey squad has departed for Japan to compete in five test matches against Japanese opponents as part of their preparation strategy for the 2026 Men's Junior Asia Cup in China starting September 4.
Three Malaysian elephants at Tennoji Zoo in Japan continue to demonstrate robust health improvements, with significant weight gains reported. The Taiping Municipal Council emphasises comprehensive welfare standards and transparency.
Alice in Borderland star Nijiro Murakami has publicly addressed allegations that he assaulted his former girlfriend, responding to mounting media scrutiny surrounding an ongoing investigation into the matter.