Asia

Japan 20 hours ago

Wacky antics in Tokyo's governor race, from raunchy photos to dog posters, take over the city

Residents of Tokyo say publicity stunts have far outstripped traditional campaigning in the city's gubernatorial race. Some politicians say it's the only way to get attention.

SPORTS 3 days ago

Chinese badminton player, 17, dies after collapsing during match

Zhang Zhijie, a 17-year-old badminton player from China, died after collapsing during a match in Indonesia earlier this week.

India 3 days ago

Death toll climbs to 116 in religious gathering stampede in India

At least 116 people have been reported dead and numerous others injured following a stampede at a religious gathering in northern India's Uttar Pradesh state.

North Korea 4 days ago

North Korea says new missile carries 'super-large warhead,' but experts skeptical of claims

North Korea claimed it test fired a missile that can carry “a super-large warhead." South Korea speculated the launch was actually unsuccessful and the North's report was a cover-up.

Afghanistan 4 days ago

UN denies recognition of Taliban government following multinational meeting

A U.N.-led, Afghanistan-focused meeting with the Taliban does not translate to recognition of the group's claim to the government in Kabul, an official said Monday.

North Korea 5 days ago

North Korea launches ballistic missile off east coast, Seoul says

North Korea reportedly launched a ballistic missile off its eastern coast Monday after vowing retaliation over a U.S. military drill with South Korea and Japan.

Asia June 27

Thai banks are leading financial backers of Burma's military, UN expert says

Thai banks have become the main supplier of international financial services for Burma’s military government, according to a report by a U.N. expert on human rights.

Japan June 27

Rescuers work to retrieve 3 bodies discovered on Japan's Mount Fuji

Three bodies were discovered in a crater at the summit of Mount Fuji. One body has been retrieved, while efforts to recover the remaining two are on hold due to bad weather.

South Korea June 26

South Korea says North Korean launch of possible hypersonic missile failed mid-flight

South Korea’s military on Wednesday accused North Korea of launching a hypersonic missile that exploded mid-flight.

Asia June 25

Indonesia refuses to pay $8M ransom after national data center compromised by hackers

Indonesia's national data center faced a severe cyberattack by a hacking group demanding an $8 million ransom, which the government has refused to pay.