North Korea launched about 10 ballistic missiles in the direction of Japan
North Korea launched about 10 short-range ballistic missiles in the direction of the Sea of Japan.
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
North Korea fires a suspected missile toward the sea, Japan says
The suspected launch on Thursday comes a day after North Korea shrugged off a U.S. decision to scale back military drills with South Korea in an apparent bid to resume diplomacy.
World
npr.org
20.08.2026
North Korea fires off missile hours after Trump says he plans to meet Kim
The missile is believed to have splashed down in waters outside Japan's exclusive economic zone.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
U.S. wants allies, including Japan, to end support for International Criminal Court
The statement by a U.S. State Department spokesperson follows U.S. sanctions announced Tuesday against ICC President Tomoko Akane of Japan.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
Over 30% shift stance on ethical dilemmas after AI rebuttal, Japan study shows
The study also showed that older adults were more likely to be swayed, highlighting the technology's potential influence in graying Japan.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
Elevated Oil Prices Push Japan’s Imports to an All-Time High
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
Uzbekistan woos Japan to develop promising mineral deposits
Azerbaijan
trend.az
20.08.2026
Four workers dead after being hit by train in Japan
The train collided with the four men at Shin-Kanuma Station, north of Tokyo, authorities say.
World
bbc.co.uk
20.08.2026
Blizzards, nuclear anxiety and a fragile bond: two sisters in Japan – in pictures
Sayuri Ichida’s and her sister used to be distant – until their mother died. This exhibition traces their close relationship through sun, wind and snow Continue reading...
Culture
theguardian.com
20.08.2026
The time to defend the International Criminal Court is now
Despite reticence to confront destabilizing U.S. behavior, there are risks to Japan's interests and wider support for the ICC should it choose not to firmly respond.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
Japan plans hypersonic submarine missiles
Japan’s Ministry of Defense plans to begin developing hypersonic missiles designed for submarine-based platforms in 2027, as well as long-range attack drones and other advanced unmanned systems.
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
20.08.2026
Japan and Saudi Arabia agree on importance of safe Hormuz passage without costs
The ministers discussed the tensions in the Middle East during their strategic dialogue in the Saudi capital.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
Japan's exports surge on chips demand, imports hit record on oil costs
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
Kyoto's gardens provide habitats for local amphibians
Where they could once hop and amble freely, urbanization is diminishing amphibians' habitats. Yet small-scale water bodies managed by people—such as those found in the gardens of Japan's temples, shri
Science
phys.org
20.08.2026
Japan has few answers as bond rout puts fiscal plans at risk
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
This unusual immune cell in super-agers' bodies could help their longevity
Around age 100, the human body's immune system may make a turn that helps address the common ailments of aging, according to researchers in Japan who study supercentenarians who live to be 110+.
Health
npr.org
19.08.2026
Jensen Huang Just Signed AI Factory Deals Across Japan's Biggest Manufacturers. What That Means for Nvidia's Growth.
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
19.08.2026
New lipid nanoparticle delivers capped circular RNA for longer-lasting gene expression
Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan in collaboration with FUJIFILM have developed a novel way of delivering circular RNA (cirRNA) into cells, paving the way for longer-lasting mRNA-based therape
Science
phys.org
19.08.2026
Not just big in Japan: Zion Suzuki has what it takes to follow Emiliano Martínez
He is replacing a World Cup winner and is his country’s first Premier League keeper, but Villa’s new signing has already dealt with harder challengesIn November 2001, the first Japanese goalkeeper to
Sport
theguardian.com
19.08.2026
Here’s How to Watch the 2026 Little League World Series Live Online
The 2026 Little League World Series features 20 of the best youth baseball teams from around the world, including United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Australia and others. The tournamen
Culture
variety.com
19.08.2026