General Min Aung is set to be chosen as the next president by the newly-elected parliament.

The former prosecutor has a long-standing relationship with President Trump, having represented him in the criminal hush-money case.

Fresh tuna, glistening in vivid red, is served in unlimited portions, but resort hotels in Japan are beginning to feel the strain as escalating tensions involving Iran push up costs across the supply chain. (News On Japan)

The judge dismissed all but three claims against Baldoni weeks before a trial date.

The Japanese government approved a bill to revise the Civil Code on April 3rd, paving the way for wills to be created using computers and smartphones instead of requiring handwritten documents. (News On Japan)

Kyoto — The Kyoto Buddhist Association announced on April 2nd that it will introduce cashless payment options for temple admission fees and offerings, aiming to improve convenience for visitors, particularly from overseas. (News On Japan)

A coalition of more than 40 countries, including the United Kingdom and Japan, issued a joint statement regarding the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively blocked, calling for the restoration of stable maritime operations along one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. (News On Japan)

An unseasonal heavy snowfall struck Hokkaido, with Kushiro City recording a record 21 centimeters of snow for April, while rising temperatures on April 3rd prompted warnings over falling snow from rooftops. (News On Japan)

Bondi's time as America's top law enforcement officer was overshadowed by the justice department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

The US is aiming to be the first country to land humans on the lunar surface again by 2028 - so what's this mission for?

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a closer look at US costs as it continues its war with with Iran.

Several regions are flooded in mainland Greece, while a Saharan dust storm envelopes the island of Crete.

The BBC's chief international correspondent analyses the US President's latest White House address.

The strikes, which Iran says were first launched by Israel in co-ordination with the US last week, could cause major damage to the Iranian economy.

The strikes, which Iran says were first launched by Israel in co-ordination with the US last week, could cause major damage to the Iranian economy.

Ordinary people from various parts of Iran describe expanding strikes, economic pain and fear of repression.

The seven-month-old child is the unintended victim of a suspected gang-related shooting, officials say.

The helmet and three golden bracelets were stolen in January 2025, but one bracelet is yet to be found.

The Artemis II crew are now hurtling around the Earth's orbit, carrying out final tests and checks before they head towards the Moon.

Tehran is showing resilience despite Trump's claims of regime change, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.