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Moon January 23, 2024

Japan shuts off SLIM moon lander’s battery in hopes of ‘possibly’ restarting it later

The operators of Japan’s SLIM moon lander say they have shut it off after solar panels failed to generate power but suggest it could be restarted later.

Japan January 19, 2024

Japan becomes the fifth country to reach the moon after its spacecraft landed on the lunar surface

The unmanned Japanese spacecraft SLIM landed on the moon this weekend, marking a first for the East Asian nation, but problems with its solar panels appear to imperil the mission.

Japan January 18, 2024

Japanese Defense Ministry signs contract to purchase 400 US-made long-range Tomahawk missiles

Japanese Defense Ministry agreed to purchase 400 long-range Tomahawk missiles from the United States and officials from both countries met in Tokyo on Thursday to sign a contract.

South Korea January 17, 2024

US, South Korea and Japan unite in massive naval drill in show of strength against North Korea

The United States, South Korea and Japan conducted extensive naval exercises off South Korea's Jeju island as a display of strength against North Korea.

Japan January 16, 2024

Minor collision between planes reported at Japanese airport

A Korean Air plane with 289 people on board collided with a parked Cathay Pacific aircraft at New Chitose Airport in northern Japan, according to airline officials.

Japan January 15, 2024

Victims of sexual abuse by Japanese entertainment mogul accuse company's response

Hundreds of men have alleged they were sexually abused by boy band producer Johnny Kitagawa. The company behind the scandal is investigating claims, but victims say it's not enough.

Japan January 14, 2024

China, North Korea aggression drives record Japanese military spending splurge

Japan initiated real-time missile data sharing and agreed to trilateral military exercises with the United States and South Korea after increased threats from North Korea and China.

TAIWAN January 13, 2024

Biden stresses US 'does not support independence' for Taiwan as world leaders react to election win

World leaders have largely focused on the success of a free election in Taiwan, with some not directly addressing William Lai or his victory over the Koumintang party in historic victory.

US Navy January 12, 2024

Navy officer imprisoned in Japan over deadly car crash freed from US custody, family says

A Navy officer jailed for killing two Japanese citizens in a car crash was freed from U.S. custody in Los Angeles on Friday, his family said.

Chicago Cubs January 9, 2024

Cubs make big free agency splash, reach tentative deal with Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga: reports

The Chicago Cubs appear to have landed highly sought-after left-handed pitcher, Shota Imanaga. The Japanese pitching star previously signed a deal with the Dodgers.

Japan January 8, 2024

Japanese foreign minister visits Poland, pledges support against Russian aggression

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa visited Poland on Monday to strengthen ties with the NATO nation. During her visit, she met with Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski.