Rafting season has begun on the Kitayama River, which flows along the borders of Wakayama, Mie, and Nara prefectures, drawing tourists eager to experience its thrilling rapids. (News On Japan)

Nicusor Dan fights off a strong challenge from a right-wing nationalist after months of political turbulence.

The ruling right-of-centre Democratic Alliance of PM Luís Montenegro wins elections, amid a far-right surge.

Japan doesn’t just offer a glimpse of its own culture, it holds up a mirror to ours - subtly exposing how much we long for coherence, respect, and a sense of shared responsibility. (Retro Japan)

Rafal Trzaskowski is set to face conservative historian Karol Nawrocki in a second round run-off.

Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms, his office said.

The 24-year-old took the title at the Eurovision competition with the song Wasted Love.

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred.

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred.

The barrage comes ahead of a planned call between Presidents Trump and Putin on Monday, as the US pushes for a ceasefire.

Karua was allowed into Tanzania last month but has been stopped this time ahead of Tundu Lissu's trial.

Four elementary school boys were injured in a hit-and-run incident in Misato City, Saitama Prefecture, and police have arrested a Chinese national who was riding in the vehicle, suspecting he knowingly accompanied a drunk driver. (News On Japan)

U.S. investment fund Dalton Investments has issued a statement criticizing Fuji Media Holdings for rejecting its proposed board nominees, calling the move "regrettable" and stating it "does not appear to have been seriously considered." (News On Japan)

Visitors to the Osaka-Kansai Expo may be surprised to learn that one of the most popular attractions—moon and Mars rocks—can be seen and touched without waiting in long lines, thanks to a lesser-known exhibit at the far western end of the venue. (News On Japan)

One person was killed and four injured in Saturday's explosion outside the American Reproductive Centers.

The barrage came just a day after the first talks in three years between Russian and Ukrainian sides.

Karua was allowed into Tanzania last month but has been stopped this time ahead of the trial for Lissu.

Vatican says Pope would meet Zelensky in private to discuss the war in Ukraine following inauguration.

Hamas-run ministry says Indonesian hospital besieged by Israeli forces.

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines President Trump's trip to the Gulf.