California Governor Gavin Newsom had shut down the freeway, even though White House officials said it was safe.

Tokyo’s seas and rivers, once considered lawless backwaters beyond the reach of regular policing, are now under constant watch by a dedicated force known as the “water police,” specialists who patrol the capital’s waterways, chase down smugglers, stop reckless jet ski riders, and carry out dramatic rescue missions to save lives. (News On Japan)

The 18 decommissioned Confederate monuments have been deconstructed and displayed to make a statement on the horrors of slavery.

Known as the festival of lights, Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil.

Known as the festival of lights, Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil.

The Emirates flight reportedly hit a vehicle one the ground as it came into land at the international airport.

Maebashi Mayor Akira Ogawa announced his decision to remain in office during an emergency press conference held on October 17th at 3:30 p.m., following public criticism over a scandal involving a meeting with a married city employee at a hotel. (News On Japan)

The wholesale price of rice traded between businesses is expected to reach an unprecedented level of over 36,000 yen per 60 kilograms despite a bumper harvest this year, according to interviews conducted by JNN, highlighting the intense competition among buyers and the distorted dynamics of Japan’s rice market. (News On Japan)

A violent attack early on October 20th in Ibaraki Town, Ibaraki Prefecture left one man dead and another injured after they were stabbed with what appeared to be a bladed weapon inside an apartment. Police are investigating the case as a murder. (News On Japan)

Prabowo Subianto's promises of dynamic economic growth and social change have faced major challenges.

A woman in her 40s suffered a serious injury after being trapped in a mechanical parking system in Tokyo’s Shinagawa Ward on October 19th. (News On Japan)

Dragging heavy suitcases up and down stairs and through unfamiliar places is probably not what you had in mind for your Japan trip - that's where luggage storage and delivery come in. A safe and convenient alternative, these services allow you to ditch those bags and have your best Japan holiday. (Japan Guide)

The derby between Maccabi and Hapoel is cancelled before kick-off after police say "smoke grenades and pyrotechnic devices were thrown".

The derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv is cancelled before kick-off after police say "smoke grenades and pyrotechnic devices were thrown".

Beijing's leaders are deciding on a blueprint that sets China's economic goals for the next decade.

The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday.

Millions of Americans joined anti-Trump protests, but Democrats are less popular than the president and divided over how to fight back.

The most spectacular Louvre robbery since the Mona Lisa in 1911 proves the vulnerability of French museums, writes Hugh Schofield.

The most spectacular Louvre robbery since the Mona Lisa in 1911 proves the vulnerability of French museums, writes Hugh Schofield.

The long-time opposition leader died aged 80 in India, where he had been receiving medical treatment.