The US is expected to present a 30-day ceasefire proposal to Russia in the coming days.

The US is expected to present a 30-day ceasefire proposal to Russia in the coming days.

An abandoned hospital in Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture, has become a popular destination for ghost hunters, causing concern among local residents. The former Himekawa Hospital, which closed in 2007 due to financial struggles, has been vandalized, with broken windows, graffiti, and frequent trespassing. (News On Japan)

The Democrats party wants a gradual move to independence but the second-placed party is keen to speed it up.

The White House press secretary has criticized Japan over a tariff it imposes on US rice imports. (NHK)

The Japanese city of Kamaishi was almost entirely destroyed in the earthquake and ensuing tsunami of 2011. It was the biggest natural disaster to hit Japan, killing nearly 20,000 people. (Al Jazeera)

Economists say the president's import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US.

More than 400 passengers were on board a train in south-west Pakistan when armed militants attacked.

At least 53 inmates escaped a prison in Aceh, Indonesia, with officials acknowledging overcapacity issues at the facility.

The infrastructure required to host COP30 in Belém is undermining the cause, campaigners say.

The infrastructure required to host COP30 in Belém is undermining the cause, campaigners say.

Duty on steel and aluminium imports is a major hit for some of the US's top trading partners.

The voting was dominated by US President Donald Trump's pledge to take over Denmark's autonomous territory.

Construction has begun on a fence under the Glico sign in Osaka's Minami district, known as 'Gurishita,' to prevent loitering and address crime-related issues. (News On Japan)

Endowed with minerals but losing ground to rebels, the Congolese government wants to boost security.

Endowed with minerals but losing ground to rebels, the Congolese government wants to boost security.

Actor and comedian Mo Amer explains why he avoided mentioning the 7 October attack in the show's storyline.

Well-wishers cross the border from Kenya and flock from Addis Ababa to witness the spectacle.

Stock market falls, tariffs and other changes are reigniting fear of economic downturn in the US.

Indian Americans are optimistic about India’s future, but wary of US-India ties under a second Trump term.