At least 68 people died during the winter – all but 10 of them over 65 – when record-breaking snow hit the country’s north.

Jessica Lang's "Momotaro," premiering at Pacific Northwest Ballet this month, is quite unusual — a world premiere for student ...

Japan Coast Guard investigators Friday began searching locations linked to the operator of boats involved in a fatal capsizing accident that happened off the Henoko district in Nago, Okinawa ...

Obituaries are supported by a generous grant from Sinai Memorial Chapel. Marion Bernstein Dec. 20, 1935–Feb. 26, 2026 Devoted wife to Leonard, beloved mother to Rose, Mindy, Pamela, and adored Bubbie ...

The president says the US does not use the Strait of Hormuz but it will help other countries police it "if asked".

During her first visit to the White House, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi drew praise from President Trump. But the war in the ...

I live in Japan and have traveled beyond the popular tourist stops like Tokyo and Osaka. Some of my favorite day trips are Saitama, Kobe, and Nara.

Oil surges past $115 as Israel strikes South Pars gas field. Iran strikes Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE energy infrastructure. Breaking news updates from March 20, 2026 ...