It comes after an escalation in hostilities between Israel and Yemen's ruling Houthi rebels.
The clash took place with supporters of the ousted leader in Tartous, a stronghold of his Alawite sect.
The Russia-bound passenger plane went down in Kazakhstan with the loss of 38 lives.
A Palestinian TV channel says they were in a marked media van, but Israel says it targeted an armed group.
Debate is growing over whether Kyoto’s iconic Philosophers’ Path should be paved with asphalt or preserved in its natural state. (News On Japan)
Debate is growing over whether Kyoto’s iconic Philosophers’ Path should be paved with asphalt or preserved in its natural state. (News On Japan)
Shinya Wada, a visually impaired world-class para-athlete in track and field, and his guide runner, Takumi Hasebe, strive for the pinnacle of global competition. Their partnership exemplifies trust and communication as essential elements in overcoming challenges. (News On Japan)
The motion comes less than two weeks after parliament voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Ko, once a rising star in Taiwan politics, is accused of accepting half a million dollars in bribes.
It used to be considered treason in France - but now, alcohol-free wine is here to stay.
It used to be considered treason in France - but now, alcohol-free wine is here to stay.
The Japanese entertainment sector has exerted a powerful influence on different aspects of global trends for the past few decades. (News On Japan)
A biodiversity hotspot has become the stomping ground of poachers.
"You have cancer and must undergo surgery immediately." Cassidy Allen will never forget the expression on her doctor’s face as he marked the distribution of tumors on her chest CT scan. (News On Japan)
In Higashi-Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, the annual year-end "Laughter Ritual" took place on December 23rd at Hirano Shrine. The event, held to cast away distractions and welcome blessings for the New Year, has become a cherished tradition. (News On Japan)
Interior ministry forces clashed with supporters of ousted President Bashar al-Assad on Wednesday.
A BBC reporter looks back to the day in 2004 when the tsunami hit while she was on the Andaman and Nicobar islands.
A BBC reporter looks back to the day in 2004 when the tsunami hit while she was on the Andaman and Nicobar islands.
With only a week left until the New Year, people are preparing for "hatsumode," the tradition of visiting a shrine or temple for the first time in the year. However, the first three days of January see heavy crowds at popular spots. Strategic planning around timing and location can help avoid congestion and make for a quieter visit. (News On Japan)
A temple in South Korea says it will return a Buddhist statue stolen from a Japanese temple after holding a memorial service for it next year.
(NHK)
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