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Japan February 20, 2024

Ukraine prime minister urges US aid approval for ammunition to end Russia’s invasion

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said on Tuesday that there is an urgent need for long-range missiles and other military supplies to counter Russia's invasion.

Japan February 19, 2024

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida pledges $105 million in aid to Ukraine's reconstruction

Japan has pledged long-term commitment to Ukraine’s reconstruction. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said the partnership will be based on inclusivity and humanitarianism.

Japan February 15, 2024

Marines injured in Japan rollover accident, hospital sparks confusion with mass casualty notification

A vehicular incident occurred at the U.S. military's Okinawan Jungle Warfare Training Center at the same time a "mass casualty exercise" was planned at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa.

Japan February 14, 2024

Japanese lunar lander may have found clues about the moon's origin

An unmanned Japanese spacecraft that landed on the moon last month has transmitted data on 10 lunar rocks that could provide clues about the origin of the moon.

OPINION February 14, 2024

Think the US exit from Afghanistan was bad? Look what's brewing in the Pacific

U.S. control of the Central Pacific depends on three treaties that are being held up by $120 million a year in offsets. China will love it if we drop the ball.

Japan February 13, 2024

Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant urged to improve communication after radioactive water leak

A panel of safety experts advised the operator of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant to improve communication with the public after last week’s contaminated water leak.

Japan February 9, 2024

Japan scraps controversial foreign worker program, replacing it with new system

Japan has decided to overhaul its foreign trainee program due to criticisms of exploiting cheap labor, replacing it with a new system that aims protect the rights of trainees.

Japan February 8, 2024

Japan reports Chinese warship sightings along disputed nautical border

Chinese coast guard vessels have been routinely passing by Japanese-claimed waters near the Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, according to officials in Tokyo.

Japan February 8, 2024

Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant leaked radioactive water, officials say

A radioactive water leak occurred at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant due to a malfunction in a treatment machine. A plant worker found the leak on Wednesday morning.

Taylor Swift February 7, 2024

Taylor Swift shuts down critics during Japan tour: ‘I’m having fun, leave me alone’

Taylor Swift had an intimate concert moment with her fans in Japan as she continues her Eras Tour. Swift said she was "over the moon" after her record-setting Grammy wins.

World February 5, 2024

Japan and Italy to increase cooperation, economic ties as Rome looks for a stronger Indo-Pacific presence

Japanese and Italian leaders discussed a push in cooperation for security and defense as Rome looks to increase its Indo-Pacific presence throughout the region.