A major transformation is underway in Osaka's Juso district, where the area's first large-scale tower condominium has opened in a neighborhood long known for its retro downtown atmosphere and entertainment district. While the development is bringing new conveniences and attracting new residents, concerns are also emerging over rising rents and the future character of the community. (News On Japan)

Japan's Defense Minister Shinji Koizumi held the first-ever trilateral meeting with his counterparts from Australia and New Zealand, where the three sides exchanged views on defense cooperation, including the potential export of the Maritime Self-Defense Force's latest frigate design. (News On Japan)

Israel says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.

Israel says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.

The bedraggled man was led to safety by rescuers after nine days stranded in the cavern

The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

Romania says the Russian drone was likely hit over Ukraine by its air defences and altered its trajectory.

Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.

More than 1,000 food products and other consumer goods will see price increases from June, with the effects of instability in the Middle East now reaching supermarket shelves in unexpected ways, including the appearance of black-and-white potato chip packages. (News On Japan)

Families say he should also be charged in Britain after he sold lethal substances to people across the world, including the UK.

Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.

Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.

The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.

Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.

Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.

Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.

Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.

Japan has enacted legislation allowing a sharp increase in fees charged to foreign residents for immigration procedures, with the cost of applying for permanent residence expected to rise from the current 10,000 yen to around 200,000 yen once the new system is implemented. (News On Japan)

A large solar power facility built on a mountainside in Fukushima City is generating reflected sunlight for far longer than originally projected, with a city survey finding that glare at some locations lasted up to 53 minutes per day—more than ten times the maximum duration predicted by the operator. (News On Japan)