The new sport of pillow throwing, which burst into the spotlight 12 years ago inspired by high school students' school trips, is about to uncovered a new hero, with the launch of the 12th annual "All Japan Pillow Throwing Competition" held in Ito Onsen, Shizuoka Prefecture. (News On Japan)

Serhiy suffered catastrophic injuries - including losing both his legs - when an anti-tank mine blew up his vehicle.

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The US says the allies targeted 18 sites, including missile storages, drones and radars.

As the Hina Matsuri (Doll Festival) is approaches, an event is being held to collect disused hina dolls from households and display them together in Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture. (News On Japan)

Western leaders are in Kyiv in a show of solidarity as the country grapples with a range of setbacks.

His rival for the nomination, Nikki Haley, is vowing not to give up and is continuing to campaign in earnest.

Clashes erupt between security forces and farmers protesting at the presence of President Macron.

The victims were killed in separate, unrelated incidents in the Austrian capital on Friday.

Alexei Navalny's body has been returned to his mother more than a week after he died in a Russian prison.

President Ramaphosa says the government "will do better" as other parties eat away at its support.

The Republican presidential candidate has vowed not to quit, raising speculation about her long shot campaign.

Paul Adams examines why agencies are unable to get desperately needed aid into the Gaza Strip.

Officials suggested the blaze started on the building's first floor, where electric bikes were stored.

The anniversary comes at a difficult time for Kyiv, after retreat from a key town and US military aid on hold.

Ukrainians may be fatigued by the war, but they still see it as a fight for survival.

The BBC's Joe Inwood reflects on two years since Russia launched its full scale invasion of Ukraine.

One of India’s most popular singers says she feels a duty to pass on what she's learnt to the next gen.

Piers Morgan and Oprah have criticised the use of AI deepfake ads used to promote a "manifestation" guide.

The jury found former CEO Wayne LaPierre cost the guns group $5.4m through lavish spending on himself.