Ski resorts in Japan are experimenting with sharply contrasting pricing strategies—from free weekday lift tickets to premium passes costing 33,000 yen—in an effort to revive a declining ski population and stimulate local economies, as operators seek new ways to attract visitors amid rising costs. (News On Japan)

The US is surging forces to the Middle East amid negotiations with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear programme.

JR East announced today that it will launch a new service around autumn this year allowing passengers to reserve Shinkansen seats in as little as one minute. (News On Japan)

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who launched the second Takaichi Cabinet on February 18th, signaled strong determination to secure passage of next fiscal year’s budget within the current fiscal year, even as a proposal to drastically shorten parliamentary deliberations has triggered backlash from opposition parties accusing the government of disregarding the Diet. (News On Japan)

The 21-year-old woman is accused by authorities in South Korea of secretly administering drinks containing drugs to three men in their 20s.

Investigators call the recruitment a well-organised trafficking ring involving immigration staff and security agencies.

Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court.

A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.

US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.

See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.

See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.

Danika Mason also blamed the cold, after talking about coffee and iguanas in her live cross.

Rouble Nagi has spent the last three decades promoting learning among India's marginalised communities.

Ukrainian troops say Russian forces are suffering setbacks without access to Elon Musk's system.

The search for the 84-year-old mother of US presenter Savannah Guthrie has moved into a third week.

The search for the 84-year-old mother of US presenter Savannah Guthrie has moved into a third week.

The decision came as US President Donald Trump ramps up military presence in the Middle East as tensions mount with Iran.

The decision came as US President Donald Trump ramps up military presence in the Middle East as tensions mount with Iran.

During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

Gazans say Hamas is again extending its control over security, tax revenue and government services.