A new ferry service linking Ishigaki Island and Taiwan has begun operations, marking the return of a regular maritime route between the two destinations for the first time in 18 years. (News On Japan)

As labor shortages deepen across Japan, more companies in Okinawa are turning to foreign workers not only to fill vacancies but also to build long-term careers, creating support systems that help employees settle into local communities and remain in the workforce. (News On Japan)

Scenes of devastation greet residents emerging from underground shelters after a major Russian attack.

Scenes of devastation greet residents emerging from underground shelters after a major Russian attack.

Residents of the capital are shocked to see their neighbourhoods devastated by Russian attacks as they emerge from underground shelters.

CCTV images showed two people blocking the van's doors from the outside and throwing liquid inside to start a fire.

CCTV images showed two people blocking the van's doors from the outside and throwing liquid inside to start a fire.

Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr has not been seen for months but is expected to win Tuesday's election.