The southwest of the island bore the full force Hurricane Melissa's 185 mph (295km/h) winds on Tuesday.

The southwest of the island bore the full force Hurricane Melissa's 185 mph (295km/h) winds on Tuesday.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has quickly become Japan’s newest fashion icon. Since taking office just ten days ago, the 63-year-old leader’s signature style -- defined by her understated black tote bag and soft pink pen -- has sparked a nationwide shopping craze. (News On Japan)

A test lighting was conducted on October 30th at Hashiguiiwa, a nationally designated natural monument located in Kushimoto, Wakayama Prefecture, ahead of its annual illumination event. The unique rock formations rising from the sea were bathed in shades of orange and blue, creating an ethereal coastal scene. (News On Japan)

Apple's thinnest iPhone, the Air, plus the latest 17 models helped boost sales in September.

Harrowing accounts from people who have escaped an RSF assault on the besieged city of el-Fasher.

Harrowing accounts from people who have escaped an RSF assault on the besieged city of el-Fasher.

Experts tell the BBC a US resumption of nuclear weapons testing would be a radical shift and spark a nuclear arms race.

Buildings, power lines, and a church once visited by King Charles are down in the tourism hub of Falmouth.

The announcement comes after growing reports of mass killings, including of patients at a hospital.

His five-day tour displayed the power of his presidency - but also, at times, that power's limitations.

The move, which will apply for the next fiscal year, marks a dramatic cut from the previous limit of 125,000.

The capture of Pokrovsk could unlock Russian efforts to seize the rest of the Donetsk region.

The capture of Pokrovsk could unlock Russian efforts to seize the rest of the Donetsk region.

A witness says residents brought down body after body - some mutilated - after the massive police raid which has left at least 120 dead.

A witness says residents brought down body after body - some mutilated - after the massive police raid which has left at least 120 dead.

World leaders will soon gather for the annual UN meeting on how to tackle climate change.

Bear attacks are reaching unprecedented levels across Japan, with a record 12 fatalities so far this year as sightings continue daily from mountain towns to city centers, disrupting schools and local institutions. (News On Japan)

The government says the bodies were transferred by the Red Cross to Israeli forces in Gaza, who will take them to experts for identification.

The fiscal fight means US troops could go without pay, while millions may lose heat and food aid.