Japan's incoming PM Ishiba fills cabinet posts ahead of likely election
That poll, which will decide which party controls parliament's powerful lower house, will come on Oct 27, Kyodo reported.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Japan, US draw up plan for any Taiwan emergency - Kyodo
Both countries shared a commitment to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
Fri Dec 24 2021
Japan executes three death row inmates, a first under PM Kishida - Kyodo
It was the first time for the government to carry out the death penalty since Dec. 26, 2019, Kyodo added.
Tue Dec 21 2021
Overcoming criticism, Japanese princess set to marry on October 26
The 29-year-old niece of Emperor Naruhito became engaged to Kei Komuro, 29, in 2017.
Fri Oct 01 2021
Myanmar junta agrees to ASEAN call for ceasefire to distribute aid - Kyodo
The envoy, Erywan Yusof, proposed the ceasefire in a video conference with Foreign Minister Wunna Maung Lwin, and the military had accepted it.
Mon Sep 06 2021
Japan hospitalises first Paralympics participant with COVID-19 - Kyodo
Hospitals in Japan treating COVID-19 patients have usually reserved beds for people showing severe symptoms.
Thu Aug 26 2021
Tokyo likely to shift part of torch relay off public roads - Kyodo
The traditional torch relay was due to reach the capital on July 9, passing mostly through outer suburbs and islands.
Tue Jun 29 2021
Olympics - Diving, artistic swimming qualifiers to go ahead in Japan: Kyodo
FINA was concerned organisers of the Diving World Cup had not done enough to protect athletes from COVID-19.
Fri Apr 09 2021
Yokozuna Kakuryu retires after missing five straight tournaments: Kyodo
Elbow, leg and back injuries have limited Kakuryu's participation in tournaments recently.
Wed Mar 24 2021
Tokyo 2020 likely won't allow foreign Olympic volunteers - Kyodo
Tokyo Olympics organisers are to meet with government officials on Saturday.
Sat Mar 20 2021
Tokyo area COVID numbers showing signs of rising, health min says: Kyodo
Japan has so far recorded about 441,000 coronavirus cases and 8,400 deaths.
Fri Mar 12 2021
Tokyo governor says fall in COVID-19 cases may not be enough to lift emergency state: Kyodo
"We may not make it in time," she said, referring to the scheduled end to the emergency state on March 7.
Tue Mar 02 2021
Japan Olympics Minister Hashimoto to accept role as head of Tokyo 2020 - Kyodo
Mori resigned as president of the committee last week after saying women talk too much.
Thu Feb 18 2021
Senior Japan ruling party member suggests early election: Media
After forming Cabinet, the new leader could immediately dissolve the lower house and call a snap election, Suzuki said, according to Kyodo.
Sun Sep 06 2020
Ex-defence minister Ishiba is people's choice for next Japan PM - Polls
Ishiba has about 34% of the public's support, more than double the 14% for Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, the second-most popular choice, a weekend Kyodo News survey showed.
Mon Aug 31 2020
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024