NAOMI OSAKA has turned down a marriage proposal from a fan, nearly one year after splitting from rapper boyfriend Cordae. The former couple, both 28, were together for six years before parting ... ( read original story ...)
China sharpens confrontation with Japan following reported radar run-in
China and Japan clash over 'dangerous' radar incident as Chinese jets target Japanese aircraft near Okinawa, escalating military tensions between the nations. ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake: 23 injured, tsunami warning lifted following 7.6-magnitude temblor
A 7.6-magnitude Japan earthquake injured 23, prompted evacuations, and triggered tsunami warnings before they were lifted. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake triggers strong shaking inside high-rise apartment in Yokohama, Japan
On December 9, 2025, in Yokohama, Japan, @mame_mame_shii shared a video capturing unexpected shaking caused by an earthquake. In the footage, the author is in the living room when sudden tremors begin ... ( read original story ...)
Why Japan has issued an advisory for a possible megaquake in the country’s north
Japan has issued a megaquake advisory after a magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Aomori, the northernmost prefecture on the main island ... ( read original story ...)
The largest Hatsune Miku in history is taking over Tokyo on New Year’s Eve
Hatsune Miku is about to take over Tokyo in record-breaking fashion, with the city to debut “the largest Miku in history” during its New Year’s Eve show. ( read original story ...)
Japan warns of possible megaquake after powerful earthquake, raising fears of potential 98-foot tsunami
Officials said the megaquake advisory is not a prediction and the probability of a magnitude 8 or larger quake is only about 1%, but there's hope it will serve as a wake-up call. ( read original story ...)
Japan assesses damage from 7.5 magnitude quake that injured 34
Japan is assessing damage and cautioning people of potential aftershocks after a late-night 7.5 magnitude earthquake caused injuries, light damage and a tsunami in Pacific coastal communities ... ( read original story ...)
Cosmin Costinaș and Inti Guerrero to direct the 9th Yokohama Triennale
Cosmin Costinaș and Inti Guerrero will be the artistic directors of the 9th Yokohama Triennale, slated to take place 23 April to 12 September 2027, at the Yokohama Museum of Art and other venues ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Brings Back Her Legendary Tennis Look in New York
Naomi Osaka surprised fans with her epic entrance at The Garden Cup in New York. Madison Square Garden lit up with thrilled spectators eager to see the top tennis players. On Monday night, the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Rocked by 7.6 Magnitude Earthquake: What Travellers Should Know
A 7.6 earthquake hit northern Japan, causing evacuations and travel delays. Here’s what travellers need to know about safety, transport and plans. ( read original story ...)
Nuclear sites inspected in Japan as seismologists warn of another large quake
Authorities assessed the damage from Monday's 7.5-magnitude earthquake, amid warnings of aftershocks and potentially larger tremblor in the coming days. ( read original story ...)
Indian Woman In Tokyo Shares Harrowing Experience During Japan Earthquake: “It Was So Strong”
Japan is among the most earthquake-prone nations in the world, due to its location along the volatile Pacific Ring of Fire. ( read original story ...)
Japan Issues ‘Megaquake’ Warning: What to Know
After a 7.5-magnitude earthquake on Monday, Japanese officials issued a rare warning for a potentially even larger follow-up. ( read original story ...)
Dozens injured after magnitude 7.5 quake strikes northern Japan
At least 30 people were injured after a magnitude 7.5 earthquake hit north-eastern Japan on Monday night, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Gas to focus more on LNG supply to vessels, president says
The company's President Masataka Fujiwara said more vessels are expected to use liquefied natural gas for fuel, instead of fuel oil and gas oil, to try to reduce carbon emissions. ( read original story ...)