BBC Verify has seen US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln near Iran ahead of talks between the two countries

Water shortages are worsening across Japan amid what meteorologists describe as 'once-in-30-years' low rainfall, with riverbeds exposed, reservoirs falling to record lows, and dry conditions fueling a renewed surge in influenza infections. (News On Japan)

It would be the first hard evidence that elephants were used in battle by General Hannibal.

It would be the first hard evidence that elephants were used in battle by General Hannibal.

It would be the first hard evidence that elephants were used in battle by General Hannibal.

The Hirayu Great Falls Ice Festival will begin on February 15th in the Okuhida Onsen area of Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, where a massive frozen waterfall is illuminated during the winter months to create a fantastical nighttime scene. (News On Japan)

A trip to Japan feels smoother when you understand what is happening beyond guidebooks and travel blogs. (News On Japan)

A town in northern Italy has started celebrating carnival with its annual Battle of the Oranges where people hurl the fruit at each other for fun.

One passenger was taken to hospital after the derailment, which police say could have been caused by an avalanche.

On the second anniversary of his death, Lyudmila Navalnaya says her son did not "simply die in prison".

On the second anniversary of his death, Lyudmila Navalnaya says her son did not "simply die in prison".

The FBI says it recovered a DNA sample from the glove, which was found in a field a few miles from Guthrie's home.

An NGO says hundreds of people remain behind bars despite US pressure US to speed up their release.

An NGO says hundreds of people remain behind bars despite US pressure US to speed up their release.

Rio de Janeiro's iconic Carnival parades begin with a tribute to Brazil's President Lula, illustrating his rise from poverty to power.

Authorities say they have put in place contingency measures as a labour dispute affects travel.

The authorities say a growing number of citizens are being illegally recruited to fight elsewhere.

Japan’s real gross domestic product (GDP) for the October–December period posted an annualized increase of 0.2%, marking the first growth in two quarters, though the recovery remains weak. (News On Japan)

After its defeat and surrender in World War II, Japan experienced rapid economic growth that permeated the entire nation, reaching its peak in the late 1980s. (TRNGL)

The cabinet led by Sanae Takaichi continues to enjoy strong public support, with its approval rating standing at 72%, according to an opinion poll conducted over two days through February 15, the first weekend following the House of Representatives election. (News On Japan)