He denies any wrongdoing in three ongoing trials over allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

"An immediate end to the trial would greatly help lower the flames and promote broad reconciliation," Israel's PM says.

Authorities say they have completed searches of four of the towers as part of a criminal probe.

The break-in was "a real blow", says L'Escargot Des Grands Crus, which was preparing deliveries for the holiday season.

The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.

Police say 10 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting, with children among the victims.

The US says it is fighting drugs smuggling, but Venezuela says Donald Trump's aim is to topple President Nicolás Maduro.

Roland has completed construction of its new headquarters building in Hamamatsu, with the company holding its official opening ceremony on November 27th. (News On Japan)

The Imperial Palace’s Inui Street opened to the public on November 29th, drawing large crowds from across the country who came to enjoy a leisurely walk beneath rows of trees glowing in shades of red and yellow. (News On Japan)

The labels, which warn of cancer risks, are among the strongest warnings on alcohol anywhere in the world.

Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.

A large chemical tank was blown into the air by the inferno at North St Mary's in western Sydney, Australia.

A large chemical tank was blown into the air by the explosion, with more than 200 firefighters called to the scene.

Newly found photos highlight women’s key role in Mahatma Gandhi’s civil disobedience movement against British rule.

Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted.

Komeito leader Saito told senior members of the party’s regional organizations that, following the party’s departure from its coalition with the Liberal Democratic Party, he intends to establish a new party vision centered on centrist reform by the time of the party convention next autumn, saying in the meeting that he is determined to raise the banner of centrist reform high within Japanese politics and open up a new horizon by serving as a unifying axis across the ruling and opposition blocs. (News On Japan)

"For many years, criticizing politicians for being 'soft on China' has been an effective tactic. (News On Japan)

Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile.

Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile.

A tour of a traditional Japanese onsen and ryokan in Yufuin Onsen, a small town on Kyushu island in southern Japan. (Gabriel Traveler)