As the new school year approaches, the methods of conducting "school health checks" vary by municipality, raising questions about their appropriateness. (News On Japan)

South Africa's ex-president has backed a new party seeking to take on the governing ANC.

Polish and Czech police say network used Russian money and popular website to push anti-Ukraine narratives.

Polish and Czech police say network used Russian money and popular website to push anti-Ukraine narratives.

A fire chief in Shiga Prefecture has been disciplined for "vaccine harassment," after a staff member who chose not to receive the COVID-19 jab was made to work in the office hallway. (News On Japan)

The government moves to reassure dachshund fans after a petition was launched against a draft law.

The government moves to reassure dachshund fans after a petition was launched against a draft law.

It could cost insurance companies $1.2bn for the bridge damages and millions more for the six deaths.

Major paper manufacturers in Japan are set to raise prices on tissue and toilet paper by approximately 5% to 15% from April. (News On Japan)

An eight-year-old girl is the only survivor after a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges into a ravine.

The crypto exchange co-founder was convicted last year of stealing $8bn from investors.

A UN report says criminals are recruiting and abusing young people as violence soars.

The star-studded event was projected to raise $25m, as the Democrat extends his fundraising lead over Donald Trump.

The star-studded event was projected to raise $25m, as the Democrat extends his fundraising lead over Donald Trump.

The ship's sudden power loss and the strength of the bridge are likely to be key factors in hunt for answers.

The Texan star's eighth album adds a country twang to her immaculate blend of pop and hip-hop.

The Texan star's eighth album adds a country twang to her immaculate blend of pop and hip-hop.

The Texan star's eighth album adds a country twang to her immaculate blend of pop and hip-hop.

Melting ice is slowing the Earth's rotation, affecting how time is calculated, a new study says.

South Africa's ex-president has backed a new party seeking to take on the governing ANC.