A Brazilian man armed with scissors barricaded himself inside an apartment in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture, on May 4th before being subdued by police after a tense standoff lasting around two and a half hours. (News On Japan)

Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties.

The attack comes as the Kremlin prepares to hold a scaled-back military parade on Saturday.

There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.

The long-time champion of Trump and former New York mayor is in hospital, according to his spokesman.

Beyoncé, who last attended the Met Gala in 2016, is returning as a co-chair of fashion's biggest night.

At least 38 people were injured when the vehicle ploughed into the crowd at a show in Colombia.

Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.

A team of North Korean footballers will make a rare visit to South Korea later this month.

More than 20 vehicles parked at a highway rest area in Myoko, Niigata Prefecture, had their windows shattered in quick succession on May 4th afternoon, with strong winds believed to have caused the damage and left two people with minor injuries. (News On Japan)

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force’s 1st Infantry Regiment halted use of a newly created logo just four days after its release, following a wave of criticism over its design and the use of generative AI. (News On Japan)

Prime Minister Takaichi, visiting Australia on May 4th, held talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and announced a joint declaration on economic security cooperation that includes strengthening supply chains for energy and critical minerals, as Japan’s cabinet approval rating rose to 74%. (News On Japan)

Sheina Gutnick was the first person to give evidence at the royal commission investigating the attack.

Sheina Gutnick was the first person to give evidence at the royal commission investigating the attack.