The four astronauts flew around the Moon in a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans in history.

The four astronauts flew around the Moon in a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans in history.

The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, has firmly denied the accusations.

Hundreds of petrol stations in the Republic of Ireland have run out of fuel as the protests and blockades continued for a fifth day.

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force will withdraw from Antarctic research vessel operations after nearly six decades, with private-sector entities expected to take over following the retirement of the icebreaker Shirase in fiscal 2034. (News On Japan)

The far-right party is riding high in the opinion polls in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt.

The far-right party is riding high in the opinion polls in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt.

Police fatally shot the assailant after he ignored at least 20 demands to drop the weapon, said NYPD.

Police fatally shot the assailant after he ignored at least 20 demands to drop the weapon, said NYPD.

The festival in California was also forced to cancel a set by DJ Anyma on Friday because of strong winds.

The festival in California was also forced to cancel a set by DJ Anyma on Friday because of strong winds.

The new monument, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.

Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.

Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.

The number of people in Japan planning overnight domestic trips during the Golden Week holidays is expected to rise 1.7% from the previous year to 23.9 million, according to estimates by JTB, as higher prices drive growing demand for shorter trips closer to home. (News On Japan)

Demonstrations due to high prices caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran are affecting traffic on several roads.

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega hears from people affected by this week's attacks.

Ismail Omar Guelleh, 78, has extended his already 27-year rule in a poll boycotted by the main opposition candidates.

Hard rock enthusiast Sanae Takaichi beamed as she met the rockers in her Tokyo office.

Hard rock enthusiast Sanae Takaichi beamed as she met the rockers in her Tokyo office.