The financial burden of Japan’s competitive junior high school entrance exams is coming under renewed scrutiny, with a popular manga series offering a lens through which to examine whether the process delivers value for families willing to spend heavily in pursuit of academic success. (News On Japan)

The unidentified suspect also died at the scene where another two officers were injured, Russian officials said.

A shift appears to be underway in inbound tourism, with Chinese visitor numbers declining while arrivals from Southeast Asia—particularly Thailand—are rising and repeat travelers increasingly seeking experiences rooted in everyday Japanese life. (News On Japan)

The minister says Charles Kushner, father of Trump's son-in-law Jared, had failed to explain US comments about violence in France.

A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.

Violence has erupted across several states in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed on Sunday.

A wave of violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died following his capture by special forces.

The threat comes after the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Trump had exceeded his authority in enacting a sweeping global programme of tariffs.

The threat comes after the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Trump had exceeded his authority in enacting a sweeping global programme of tariffs.