Drones and air defences are included in the fresh aid package, as European leaders still see no sign of an end to the war.

As fears of a global economic downturn grow due to tariff policies under the Trump administration, discussions within Japan’s ruling coalition have intensified over emergency economic measures, including a temporary cut to the consumption tax and uniform cash handouts. (News On Japan)

The mayor of Istanbul has been imprisoned on corruption and terrorism charges, prompting mass protests.

Amid a trade war with the US, our China correspondent explains why Beijing doesn't need to change tact.

Five of the individuals on board were a family of tourists from Spain and the sixth person was the pilot, officials say.

In the track Eedris Abdulkareem urges the leader's son to tell his father about everyday hardships.

Sapporo City announced on April 9th that it will begin a trial of contactless payment on the subway, allowing passengers to pass through ticket gates using credit cards or smartphones. (News On Japan)

The US military said it had lost confidence in Colonel Susannah Meyers' ability to lead.

Saturday's election marks a major test for a coup leader who wants the democratic stamp of approval.

The US military said it had lost confidence in Colonel Susannah Meyers' ability to lead.

The US actor, who was also in Grey's Anatomy, has the most common form of motor neurone disease.

The US actor, who was also in Grey's Anatomy, has the most common form of motor neurone disease.

State media is warning that people weighing less than 50kg (110lbs) may be "easily blown away".

The mother of a Palestinian killed in an IDF attack on emergency vehicles tells the BBC of her loss.

The mother of a Palestinian killed in an IDF attack on emergency vehicles tells the BBC of her loss.

Carwin Javie Molleja remembers "the screams" as the roof of the Dominican Republic nightclub collapsed, killing 218 people.

Carwin Javie Molleja remembers "the screams" as the roof of the Dominican Republic nightclub collapsed, killing 218 people.

Rescue workers in Saitama Prefecture are continuing efforts to retrieve a 74-year-old truck driver who became trapped when a massive sinkhole opened beneath his vehicle at an intersection in Yashio City on the morning of January 28th. (News On Japan)

Every year, as new first graders enter elementary school in Japan, they are asked about their dreams for the future. For the 18th consecutive year, the most popular career choice among both boys and girls is to work in a cake or bread shop. (News On Japan)

The president made a partial reversal this week - here's a look at where it leaves five of his key ambitions.