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 quake toll hits 161 as snow hampers relief

The death toll from Japan's New Year's Day earthquake jumped to 161 on Monday as snow complicated relief efforts with more than 2,000 people still cut off and many others lacking power or in crowded ... ( read original story ...)