Kamakura City in Kanagawa Prefecture has approved the introduction of a bathing tax, but the measure is drawing strong criticism from local hot spring operators since only two facilities fall under the new levy. (News On Japan)

Osaka Prefecture has revised its ordinance to set a cap of 100,000 yen per day on ATM transfers made with cash cards by certain elderly account holders, marking the first such restriction in Japan. (News On Japan)

Copenhagen is on alert as EU leaders discuss boosting their defences in response to disruption from drones and Russian war planes.

Washington's political gridlock could inflict wide-ranging miseries, as anything deemed non-essential will be put on hold.

Dramatic rescue footage shows the boys in Indonesia pulled to safety after their school collapsed.

Civilians pay the price as paramilitary fighters intensify their offensive to take full control of el-Fasher.

The plan is a significant moment - but it lacks the nuts and bolts that determine whether diplomatic agreements hold together, or don't.

Watch: Three students rescued after hours trapped under school rubble

Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, a prime suspect in the murder of more than 40 women, escaped from custody over a year ago.

No serious injuries were reported when parts of the ride came loose at a school event in Los Angeles.

Julius Malema, known for his incendiary rhetoric, was recently convicted of hate speech.

The brutal torture and killing of the three women in Argentina sent shockwaves through the region.

Kamakura City in Kanagawa Prefecture has begun new measures to control crowds at a railway crossing near Kamakura High School, a site that has become a pilgrimage destination for fans of the popular anime 'Slam Dunk.' (News On Japan)

The earthquake comes barely more than a week after the country was hit by back-to-back typhoons.

The earthquake comes barely more than a week after the country was hit by back-to-back typhoons.

Julius Malema, known for his incendiary rhetoric, was recently convicted of hate speech.

Mayor Dieter Reiter said the Oktoberfest would remain closed until early evening because of a bomb threat.

The bear was praised for his resilience and adaptability after beginning the contest with a broken jaw.

US deportee says Ghanaian officers secretly moved him and others to Togo and left them there without documents.

Shocking moments as 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Philippines