A 25-year-old woman arrested as a suspected ringleader in a robbery-murder case in Tochigi Prefecture once posted cheerful dance videos on social media and was remembered by those who knew her as an energetic and outgoing young woman. (News On Japan)

A former instructor at a major cram school chain has been arrested for allegedly taking the Eiken English proficiency test on behalf of a student and using the score fraudulently in a university entrance examination, with investigators revealing an elaborate scheme involving manipulated facial photographs. (News On Japan)

As conflict in the Middle East drags on, shortages of naphtha — a key raw material used in a wide range of petroleum-based products — are beginning to affect even Japan's traditional cheap snacks, with manufacturers facing steep rises in packaging and material costs while trying to keep products affordable for children. (News On Japan)

An amateur sumo tournament was held on the streets of New York, highlighting how Japan’s national sport is gaining new popularity in the United States while evolving in distinctly American ways. (News On Japan)

Bear attacks continue to occur across Japan, while a new problem has emerged as false reports of bear sightings flood local alert systems, placing growing pressure on municipal authorities and emergency responders. (News On Japan)

Isak, 71, died in December 2024 after falling from a ravine while walking in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona.

Two women were found dead with stab wounds at a house in Tatsuno, Hyogo Prefecture, on May 19th, with police suspecting they were victims of a violent crime. (News On Japan)

Amin Abdullah, one of three men killed in the attack, is said to have saved lives in the shooting.

Protesters have been calling for the president to resign after weeks-long unrest.

Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.

Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.

Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.

In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

As the prolonged disruption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz continues to strain global energy markets, differences are emerging between how Japan and South Korea are responding to the growing risk of fuel shortages and rising prices. (News On Japan)

The two were among four divers located in the furthest chamber in the cave and their bodies were recovered by specialist divers.

The Abstract Expressionist's Number 7A, 1948 painting is now his most expensive artwork ever sold at auction.

Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher.

Three people, including two Japanese nationals, were injured after a man carrying a knife forced his way into a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai, China, on May 19th, according to local authorities. (News On Japan)

Police say a 25-year-old man is suspected of killing his parents and injuring four others in southern Spain.