Japan expected to announce wedding of Princess Mako as soon as Friday - Media
The marriage will be registered at a local govt office, with records of the imperial family adjusted to reflect the Princess has left it.
Thu Sep 30 2021
Japan princess to wed commoner, forcing her to quit royal family
Princess Mako, the eldest granddaughter of Japanese Emperor Akihito, will wed a former classmate, the Imperial Household said, confirming a marriage that will further deplete the royal family.
Sun Sep 03 2017
Japan cabinet approves bill to allow emperor to abdicate
Japan's cabinet approved a bill on Friday that would allow Emperor Akihito to step down, paving the way for the first abdication by a Japanese emperor in nearly two centuries.
Fri May 19 2017
Japan princess to wed, sparking debate on shrinking royal family
Japanese Princess Mako, the eldest granddaughter of Emperor Akihito, will wed a former college classmate, Japanese media reported.
Wed May 17 2017
Japan's Crown Prince Naruhito to begin five-day official visit to Malaysia tomorrow
According to a Japanese Embassy official here, the visit is at the invitation of the Malaysian Government.
Wed Apr 12 2017
Japan on faux pas alert during Duterte visit
Protocol-conscious Japanese were on faux pas alert Thursday with Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte due to meet Emperor Akihito.
Thu Oct 27 2016
Japan's emperor says may be 'difficult' to fulfil duties
Japanese Emperor Akihito said his weakening health may make it hard to fulfil his duties as the symbol of the state.
Mon Aug 08 2016
Japan marks 5th anniversary of quake, tsunami disaster with moment of silence
Japan paused on Friday to mark five years since an offshore earthquake spawned a monster tsunami that left about 18,500 people dead or missing.
Fri Mar 11 2016
Japan marks 4th anniversary of quake-tsunami disaster
Japan on Wednesday commemorates the fourth anniversary of the quake-tsunami disaster which swept away thousands of victims and sparked a nuclear crisis.
Wed Mar 11 2015
Japanese Emperor Akihito turns 79 today
Japanese Emperor Akihito turned 79 on Sunday, reassuring thousands of well-wishers he has regained his health since heart by-pass surgery.
Sun Dec 23 2012
Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill
The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025
UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force
US President Donald Trump's tariffs on UK steel "couldn't come at a worse time," the industry has warned as the levy on US imports is introduced, reported PA Media/dpa news.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme
The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025
PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to join hands to become agents of unity and assist the MADANI Government in its efforts to unite all Malaysians
Wed Mar 12 2025
Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025
The Grant Thornton Women in Business Report reveals a concerning decline in the representation of women in senior management positions in Malaysia.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1
Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers will not be allowed to use power banks or charge them throughout their flight effective April 1.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea
The cargo ship captain involved in the North Sea's deadly collision has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
Wed Mar 12 2025
No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025
At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025