A long-awaited spell of steady rain fell across Japan following a record stretch of low precipitation, offering much-needed relief to farmers and manufacturers that had struggled with water shortages. (News On Japan)

Kyoto City on February 25th unveiled a draft plan for a “citizen-priority pricing” system for municipal buses, under which fares for residents would be lowered while non-residents, including tourists, would pay higher rates, as officials seek to balance overtourism with daily life for locals. (News On Japan)

An elevator at Tokyo Skytree that made an emergency stop with passengers on board was found to have halted due to damage to internal wiring, with operations set to resume from February 26th after safety checks. (News On Japan)

Funabashi in Chiba Prefecture has surged in the latest ranking of the most desirable places to live in the Greater Tokyo area, announced on February 25th, reflecting growing demand for well-connected commuter cities offering relatively affordable housing and convenient urban amenities. (News On Japan)

Several witnesses jumped into action helping both drivers get to safety while others directed traffic, according to police.

Access to biological samples raised flags for Zimbabwe as the US did not want to share the benefits of its research.

The next round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva on Thursday could be decisive in the president's decision-making.

The next round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva on Thursday could be decisive in the president's decision-making.

Chris Baghsarian, 85, was taken from his home and murdered, in what authorities believe was a case of mistaken identity.

Chris Baghsarian, 85, was taken from his home and murdered, in what authorities believe was a case of mistaken identity.

Access to biological samples raised flags for Zimbabwe as the US did not want to share the benefits of its research.

A newspaper reports Gates apologised to staff over his links to Epstein and said: "I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit."

President Donald Trump said the US "is winning again" - making a series of claims about his record in a speech which lasted almost two hours.

The group was told to cancel its performances or explosives would be set off at Anthony Albanese's house.

Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".

Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".

McDonald’s, which opened in Japan in 1971 and has long counted the Big Mac among its signature products, saw the burger’s price rise from 280 yen in 2008 to 480 yen before increasing further to 500 yen on February 25th, nearly doubling over the past two decades. (News On Japan)

The remote Yonaguni island lies on the frontlines of self-governing Taiwan's growing tensions with China.

BBC's Will Grant visits Puerto Vallarta, a popular coastal resort town, to see the damage.

The BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.