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Japan votes to keep emperor succession male-only, blocking Princess Aiko from throne
The new rules passed by Parliament come as many Japanese had been calling for Princess Aiko, Emperor Naruhito’s 24-year-old daughter, to be allowed to succeed him — now an impossibility.
Twisted woman sews roommate’s lips shut in horrifying attack in Japan
A dispute between roommates in Tokyo led to one woman to sew the other's lips shut "with a needle and thread," sending the victim rushing out into the streets for...
One Piece pop-up landing in LA with first-ever US Mugiwara Store — and it’s going to be big
Calling all Straw Hat Pirates: your next treasure hunt is officially on the map. The beloved One Piece franchise is finally planting its Jolly Roger in the US, with the...
Anime expo descends into madness as cops called on cosplayers
Cops swarmed the Los Angeles Convention Center after anime fans gathered for an unofficial event early Friday.
Japanese fan hilariously goes viral after late loss to Brazil
Japan fans are taking Monday's 2-1 loss to Brazil to heart. Just after Gabriel Martinelli nailed a goal during the 96-minute mark of the match, to lead Brazil past Japan...
Japanese tourist visiting for the World Cup reacts to ‘American hospitality’ — and people’s jaws are on the floor
"In my land, hospitality is a debt," the shocked tourist wrote.
News of the World: What you missed this week internationally
A statue of an Italian saint appeared to be crying, a Frida Kahlo exhibition set a record for a London museum, and more news from around the world.
Major airline announces daily flights from California to Japan amid surging demand
A massive surge in demand for flights from California to Japan has sparked a major airline to offer non-stop flights daily to the region starting this summer.
Inside California’s early earthquake warning system as NorCal, Japan, Venezuela rattled
Many nations have developed systems for alerting people seconds before shaking begins.
Multiple cameras show moment 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northeast coast on June 25. Officials said no tsunami warning was issued, no injuries were immediately reported, and no irregularities were found at nuclear...
Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan
A powerful earthquake struck off Japan’s northern coast on Thursday, but the country’s meteorological agency said there was no danger of a tsunami.
Lululemon apologizes for using Japanese drum at Great Wall of China yoga event
The Canadian athleisure company said it had failed to recognize potential concerns surrounding the instrument used during the event.
2026 FIFA World Cup dark horses: The five nations that could make a surprise run in the tournament
From Erling Haaland's Norway to a rising Japan squad and a dangerous Colombia side, discover the five dark horse teams and two Cinderella nations that could shock the world at...
First-ever bear sighting in Japanese city triggers suspensions at 94 schools
Bear attacks, including in urban areas, have been on the rise in Japan, prompting the government to set up a task force this year to reduce casualties.
Missing college student found dead in ‘mountainous area’ of Japan, grieving family reveals
The Auburn University student who mysteriously vanished in Japan has been found dead, his grieving family revealed Saturday.
Best friend’s haunting final messages sent to student missing in Japan went unanswered: ‘I saw him as a brother’
The best friend of the missing Auburn University student who mysteriously vanished during a family trip to Japan revealed their haunting last text exchange, shortly after the pair reunited in...
Typhoon leaves trails of destruction while wreaking havoc across Japan
A devastating typhoon has swept through Japan and left a trail of destruction in its wake.
Tearful parents of student who vanished during Japan trip issue heartbreaking appeal
"That is our ultimate goal is for people in Japan to see Weston's face so they can report back to us," Nancy Higginbotham said in a tearful plea.
University student goes missing in Japan, parents join search
The student who went missing in Japan may have been emotionally stressed before his May 29 disappearance, according to a report.
Bear injures 4 people during brutal attacks in Japanese residential area as encounters rise
A bear injured four people in a Japanese residential area on Tuesday in the latest attack in an area of the country where the animals have increased.
