ANA has revealed its largest automated cargo warehouse at Narita International Airport, set to commence operations next week. (News On Japan)

Ajinomoto, the century-old food giant, continues to dominate the market, with annual sales exceeding one trillion yen. Known for its wide range of products, including frozen foods, seasonings, cosmetics, and medical-use amino acids, the company has recently made headlines for its flagship frozen gyoza, which has been a top seller in Japan for two decades. (News On Japan)

The letter criticising Israel over Gaza aid is an attempt to redress the balance between the US and its ally, our international editor says.

Avenue Charles de Gaulle in Niamey is now Avenue Djibo Bakary after the city's first post-independence mayor.

Israel has told 400,000 people to evacuate the area, but many are too exhausted and fearful to leave.

Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh.

Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh.

A Russian whale watcher is found alive, along with two dead relatives, two months after he set off.

People who had rushed to the scene to collect the leaking petrol were engulfed in flames.

Russia says no, but Ukraine and South Korea point to a deepening relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow.

Twenty-five years ago, Japan faced a dangerous problem on Amami Oshima Island: an invasion of highly venomous Habu snakes. The island was overrun, with hundreds of people being bitten each month. (Top 10s)

Japan’s recent approval and rollout of a new "Replica Vaccine" for COVID-19 has triggered widespread public concern, with some businesses imposing entry bans on vaccinated individuals. The vaccine, which began regular administration in October, has faced backlash due to its ability to "self-replicate" in the body, raising anxiety about its safety. (News On Japan)

The UK says Delhi's co-operation is the "right next step" after Canada accused Indian agents of criminal activity in the country, which India denies.

A series of robberies has been occurring in the Kanto region, with two new cases on October 16th in Yokohama and Chiba, where the victims were tied up. (News On Japan)

A group facing allegations of sexual abuse carried out crimes even after a crackdown, say authorities.

A group facing allegations of sexual abuse carried out crimes even after a crackdown, say authorities.

Falling masonry just misses people standing in a street in the eastern Turkish city of Elazig, that was hit by an earthquake.

France's football captain has called the media reports "fake news" and his lawyers say he is stunned.

France's football captain has called the media reports "fake news" and his lawyers say he is stunned.

Key elements include a formal invitation to join Nato and a refusal to cede more territory.