Fire razes ex-PM Tanaka’s former home in Tokyo

A fire has razed the Tokyo home where late Japanese Prime Minister Tanaka Kakuei used to live. The blaze broke out in the Bunkyo Ward residence Monday afternoon. More than 20 fire engines were deployed in response. ( read original story ...)

Japan earthquake death toll rises to 161

The death toll from Japan's devastating New Year's Day earthquake has risen from to more than 160, authorities say. Efforts are continuing to find more than 100 people who remain missing a week later. ( read original story ...)