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Heavy rain causes flooding around Tokyo, passengers stuck at Narita

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:23:26 GMT

OAMISHIROSATO, Japan: Record-breaking rainfall in Japan caused severe flooding around Tokyo on August 14, leaving thousands of travelers stranded at Narita airport, disrupting transport across the region and killing at least eight people.

The flooding also caused power cuts affecting about 20,000 homes.

The heavy rain came during one of Japan's busiest holiday periods. Parts of Chiba, the prefecture next

Putin visits disputed Iturup Island after US-South Korea naval drills

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:06:30 GMT

MOSCOW, Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup, an island claimed by Japan at the end of the Kuril chain near Hokkaido, Russian media reported on August 13. His visit came a day after major naval drills and a missile launch by Russia's ally North Korea.

Russia and Japan have never signed a formal peace treaty to officially end World War II. The main obstacle has been the unresolved territorial d

North Korea fires ballistic missile before US-South Korea drills

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:40:20 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea: North Korea fired a ballistic missile toward waters off the east coast of the Korean Peninsula on Wednesday, according to South Korean and Japanese authorities. The launch came just days before major joint military exercises between South Korea and the United States, drills that Pyongyang has repeatedly criticized.

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the missile was launched from the Won

(SP)SWEDEN-MALMO-TABLE TENNIS-WTT EUROPE SMASH 2026-MEN' SINGLES

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 01:46:19 GMT

(260817) -- MALMO, Aug. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- First-placed Felix Lebrun of France poses after the men's singles final match between Felix Lebrun of France and Harimoto Tomokazu of Japan at the WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026 in Malmo, Sweden, Aug. 16, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

"Look forward to welcoming you to India": Defence Minister Rajnath Singh thanks Japanese counterpart for Independence Day wishes

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:57:44 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 17 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday thanked his Japanese counterpart, Shinjiro Koizumi, for his wishes on India's 80th Independence Day.

In a post on X, Singh stated that he looks forward to welcoming Koizumi to India.

'Thank you for your greetings on India's 80th Independence Day, Minister Shinjiro Koizumi. I look forward to welcoming you to India to further expand

Trump snubs South Korea over very good relationship with Kim

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:47:38 GMT

The US president has ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce joint military exercises with Seoul

US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to substantially scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his "very good relationship" with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

In a Truth Social post on Sunday, Trump said he was "not happy" that Washington had agreed to t

Chhattisgarh: Six-day Kanwar Yatra from Amarkantak to Bhoramdev Temple concludes with 'jal abhishek'

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:29:35 GMT

Kawardha (Chhattisgarh) [India], August 17 (ANI): The six-day, 151-kilometre Kanwar Yatra from Amarkantak to the ancient Bhoramdev Shiva Temple in Chhattisgarh's Kabirdham district concluded with devotees offering holy Narmada water to Lord Shiva during the Jal Abhishek ceremony.

Led by Pandariya BJP MLA Bhawna Bohra, the yatra began on August 10 from Amarkantak and saw the participation of hundreds of devotees,

Red Sox put DH Masataka Yoshida, RHP Justin Slaten on IL

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:19:05 GMT

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The Boston Red Sox placed designated hitter Mastaka Yoshida (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list and right-hander Justin Slaten (elbow) on the 15-day IL on Sunday.

Slaten's placement on the IL is retroactive to Thursday. In corresponding moves, the Red Sox recalled catcher Mickey Gasper and left-hander Raymond Burgos from Triple-A Worcester.

The Red Sox

Heavy rain forecast for Aug 17-18 as Himachal monsoon death toll rises to 187; losses near Rs 973 crore

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:31:45 GMT

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 16 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh continued to battle the impact of monsoon-triggered disasters on Sunday, with the death toll rising to 187 between June 30 and August 16, while cumulative losses have mounted to nearly Rs 973 crore.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at several places on August 17 and 18, raising the risk of land

Asia sounds alarm as Japan whitewashes wartime history amid military buildup

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:15:23 GMT

HONG KONG, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) -- Senior Japanese officials paid homage to the notorious Yasukuni Shrine Saturday, the 81st anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II, sparking widespread outrage across the international community, especially Asian countries and regions that endured brutal Japanese aggression.

Governments, historians and observers across Asia have sounded the alarm over Japan's g

(SP)CHINA-HONG KONG-VOLLEYBALL-ASIAN EASTERN ZONAL WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP (CN)

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:46:54 GMT

(260816) -- HONG KONG, Aug. 16, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Yin Xiaolan (L) and Si Jingyu of China try to block the ball during the final between China and Japan at the 2026 Asian Eastern Zonal Women's Volleyball Championship in Hong Kong, south China, Aug. 16, 2026. (Xinhua/Lui Siu Wai)

BWF World Championships 2026: Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya look to make home outing memorable

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:32:39 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Former world champion PV Sindhu and Asian Games gold medallist Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will be shouldering the hopes of Indian badminton fans as they look to build on the country's record of winning at least one medal at each of the BWF World Championships since 2011 when the 2026 edition gets underway at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here on Monday.

The BW

BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag lead home charge

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:31:50 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Former world champion PV Sindhu and India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, will spearhead the home challenge as the BWF World Championships 2026 get underway in New Delhi on Monday.

The prestigious tournament returns to India after a 17-year gap, with Hyderabad having last hosted the championships in 2009. The 30th edition will be held at the

Fatima Sana to lead Pakistan in Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:30:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced its 15-member squads for the Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games, with Fatima Sana returning as captain after missing the recent Sri Lanka T20I series due to her participation in The Hundred, according to the ICC.

Fatima will lead both squads as Pakistan prepare for the Women's Asia Cup in Dubai and the Asian Games in Japan.

Pyongyang snubs Seoul's peace proposal as inter-Korean tensions flare ahead of US-South Korea drills

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:59:00 GMT

Seoul [South Korea], August 16 (ANI): North Korea on Sunday maintained complete silence regarding South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's overture to end the 1950-53 Korean War officially, even as details emerged that South Korean forces fired warning shots past the border following a brief crossing by North Korean soldiers, according to reports by South Korea's Yonhap News Agency.

South Korea's military fired war

"It's more special for me": Ayush Shetty ahead of BWF World Championships in India

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:57:56 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Indian badminton players Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda expressed excitement about competing at the BWF World Championships 2026 on home soil, with both players looking forward to the prestigious tournament in India.

The championships will be held from August 17-23 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Arena, New Delhi. In one of the most exciting first-round matches, the Asian Championsh

"Hoping to make most of it and win medal": PV Sindhu ahead of BWF World Championship on home soil

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:58:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Indian badminton star PV Sindhu is looking forward to competing at the BWF World Championships 2026 on home soil and is aiming to make the most of the home support to win a medal.

Speaking at a press conference, Sindhu said the World Championships being held in India makes the tournament special for her. She also recalled her 2019 World Championships triumph and expressed hope

Posters | 81 years on, Japan must not turn back the clock

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:45:10 GMT

Turning back toward military expansion would betray the lessons learned at the cost of enormous human suffering. Japan should choose peace, not repeat the mistakes of its past.

Produced by Xinhua Global Service

(SP)SWEDEN-MALMO-TABLE TENNIS-WTT EUROPE SMASH 2026-WOMEN' SINGLES

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:46:43 GMT

(260816) -- MALMO, Aug. 16, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Harimoto Miwa competes during the women's singles quarterfinal match between China's Chen Yi and Harimoto Miwa of Japan at the WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026 in Malmo, Sweden, Aug. 15, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

South Korea proposes dialogue to end war with North Korea

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:58:54 GMT

President Lee Jae Myung has called for talks to formally end the Korean War and discuss practical ways to halt the advancement of Pyongyangs nuclear program

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Saturday called on Pyongyang to engage in dialogue to formally end the Korean War, which has remained unresolved for more than 70 years.

The two countries have technically continued to be at war s

South Korea proposes dialogue to end war with North

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:58:54 GMT

President Lee Jae Myung has called for talks to formally end the Korean War and discuss ways to halt the advancement of Pyongyangs nuclear program

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Saturday called on Pyongyang to engage in dialogue to formally end the Korean War, which has remained unresolved for more than 70 years.

The two countries have technically continued to be at war since the 1

Himachal CM Sukhu announces 'Apna Parivar Sukhi Parivar', 'Indira Gandhi Matri Shishu Sankalp' schemes

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:31:13 GMT

Hamirpur (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 15 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday announced a series of welfare and development measures, including the launch of the 'Apna Parivar Sukhi Parivar' and 'Indira Gandhi Matri Shishu Sankalp Yojana' schemes from October 2, while addressing the state-level Independence Day celebrations in Barsar, Hamirpur.

Sukhu hoisted the National

Fresh evidence exposes Japanese troops' wartime atrocities in China

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:17:04 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- China has received new pieces of evidence on the war crimes committed by invading Japanese troops during World War II (WWII), including letters written during the 1937 Nanjing Massacre and an oral testimony about the notorious biological warfare division Unit 731.

The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders, located in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jia

(SP)SWEDEN-MALMO-TABLE TENNIS-WTT EUROPE SMASH 2026-WOMEN'S DOUBLES

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:45:25 GMT

(260815) -- MALMO, Aug. 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Doo Hoi Kem/Ng Wing Lam (L) of China's Hong Kong compete against Harimoto Miwa/Hayata Hina of Japan during the women's doubles final match at the WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026 in Malmo, Sweden, Aug. 15, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

SOUTH KOREA-SEOUL-LIBERATION DAY

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:16:56 GMT

(260815) -- SEOUL, Aug. 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung delivers a speech during an event of the Liberation Day in Seoul, South Korea, Aug. 15, 2026. August 15 is observed as the Liberation Day every year which marks the Korean Peninsula's liberation from Japanese colonial rule. (NEWSIS/Handout via Xinhua)

Haunting nightmares: how medical records become evidence of Japanese wartime atrocities in China

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:15:05 GMT

TOKYO, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- As Japan marks the 81st anniversary of its surrender in World War II, thousands of old military medical records preserved in Japan are offering rare documentary evidence of atrocities committed by Japanese soldiers during the war of aggression against China -- records that the Japanese military once ordered destroyed.

Hidden for decades in iron containers beneath the ground and later pa

"Hope is to bring trophy home": Harmanpreet Singh eyes Hockey World Cup glory

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:58:52 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): India men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh said the side is determined to end the country's 51-year wait for the FIH Hockey World Cup title, insisting that the team is ready to give its all in the tournament.

Speaking to JioStar, Harmanpreet said the World Cup presents a major opportunity for the team, especially with several senior players in the squad.

'The World

Japanese abandoned WWII chemical weapons continue to threaten public security in China

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:47:46 GMT

HARBIN, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- The latest leak involving abandoned Japanese chemical weapons in northeast China's Jilin Province, which contaminated two Japanese personnel during disposal operations, has renewed concerns about the lingering dangers of wartime chemical weapons still buried in China.

As Saturday marks the 81st anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II (WWII), the incident has draw

CHINA-BEIJING-JAPAN-WWII-UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER-81ST ANNIVERSARY (CN)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:15:36 GMT

(260815) -- BEIJING, Aug. 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People view sculptures themed on the War of the Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression adjacent to Wanping Town in Beijing, capital of China, Aug. 15, 2026. People came to the Lugou Bridge cultural tourism area on Saturday on the occasion of the 81st anniversary of Japan's announcement of its unconditional surrender in World War II to commemorate the histo

"Subha 3 baje tak...": Amitabh Bachchan shares how 2,000 people watched 'Sholay' at midnight in Italy

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:29:28 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 15 (ANI): Megastar Amitabh Bachchan recently shared a story about the global reach of his iconic film 'Sholay', recalling how around 2,000 people in Italy watched the restored version of the Hindi classic late into the night.

While interacting with Dr Ganesh Baraiya on the latest episode of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18', Big B spoke about the restoration of the 1975 film a

Voltz Mobility Accelerates India's Green Mobility Revolution with Japanese Technology Collaboration

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:58:18 GMT

PNN

New Delhi [India], August 15: India's electric mobility sector is witnessing a new wave of innovation as Voltz Mobility strengthens its commitment to building a smarter, cleaner, and globally connected mobility ecosystem. Backed by a vision of sustainable transportation and advanced engineering, the company is leveraging Japanese technological expertise to develop next-generation electric mobility solutions f

New materials on Japan's wartime "comfort women" system added to Nanjing museum

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:49:22 GMT

NANJING, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- Inside the Nanjing Museum of the Site of the Lijixiang Comfort Stations in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, a wall of portraits bears the weathered faces of more than 60 survivors of the Japanese army's World War II-era "comfort women" system.

On Friday, that visual record grew as a new batch of artifacts, photographs and video materials documenting the victims' expe

Update: China lodges protests against Japan's negative moves related to Yasukuni Shrine

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:47:56 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- China strongly deplores Japan's negative moves related to the Yasukuni war shrine, and has lodged serious protests against Japan, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Saturday.

The spokesperson made the remarks after Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi made a monetary offering to the Yasukuni Shrine on Aug. 15, which marks the day of Japan's unconditional surrender in th

AI Cartoon | Worshippers of the Ghost

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:45:39 GMT

Worshippers of the Ghost.

On the day marking the 81st anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in WWII, Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited the notorious war-linked Yasukuni Shrine, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering.

Produced by Xinhua Global Service

80th Independence Day: From golden turf to global turf, how India transformed into multi-sport powerhouse

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:57:58 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): As India marks 80 years of independence, its sporting story has changed. The era of relying on a single sport for global recognition has given way to world-class excellence across multiple disciplines.

From the triumph of the men's hockey team at the 1948 London Olympics to Kapil Dev's stunning 1983 Cricket World Cup victory, Indian sport has produced milestones that have shape

Xinhua Commentary: 81 years on, Japan must not turn back the clock

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:15:13 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- On the 81st anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II, Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited the notorious war-linked Yasukuni Shrine. So did a group of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's senior officials, the first such collective visit by the party's top leadership. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering.

The shrine honors Japan's w

CHINA-NANJING-JAPAN-COMFORT WOMEN-NEW MATERIALS (CN)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:45:20 GMT

(260815) -- NANJING, Aug. 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Photojournalist Yan Meihua displays a photo she took of Mao Yinmei, a Korea-born survivor of the Japanese army's World War II-era "comfort women" system, in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Aug. 14, 2026. TO GO WITH "China Focus: New materials on Japan's wartime 'comfort women' system added to Nanjing museum" (Xinhua/Qiu Bingqing)

Surging Dynamo face rested but struggling Galaxy side

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:55:19 GMT

(Photo credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images)

The Houston Dynamo have made a strong push in recent weeks, but they're not trying to send a message.

Yet Saturday night's match against the Los Angeles Galaxy could be a toway of gain more attention.

It's a chance for the Dynamo (10-6-2, 32 points) to climb to the top of the Western Conference standings with a victory, depending on other results.

'The mes

Former Cincinnati runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas advances to 2nd round

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:40:28 GMT

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The results have started to turn a little for Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas.

The former World No. 3 has dropped all the way back to No. 49 in the ATP Tour rankings, but he did win a title in Gstaad, Switzerland last month and took Alex de Minaur to three sets soon after.

On Friday, the 2022 runner-up at the Cincinnati Open g

80th Independence Day: Tricolour hoisted at Indian High Commission in Canberra under Suryapath Tiranga initiative

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:29:55 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): The national flag was hoisted at the Indian High Commission in Canberra on Saturday (local time) as part of the 'Suryapath Tiranga' initiative to mark India's 80th Independence Day, which seeks to carry the Tricolour across the globe from one sunrise to the next.

In a post on X, the Indian High Commission in Canberra said, 'The Tiranga rises from our shores at the break of dawn

ADISOFT Technologies Honoured with Five Prestigious National Awards at MEI Channel Partner Meet in Vietnam

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:31:09 GMT

PNN

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Adisoft Technologies Limited (NSE: ADISOFT | INE20PL01012), an industrial digital automation company specializing in automated assembly lines, robotic work cells, smart material handling systems, special purpose machines (SPMs), and Industry 4.0 solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving five prestigious awards from Mitsubishi Electric India (MEI) at it

Indian Embassy in Japan marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:02:00 GMT

Tokyo [Japan], August 14 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Japan commemorated 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day' on Friday, paying solemn tribute to the individuals who lost their lives during the Partition of 1947.

To mark the occasion, an exhibition was organised to share the accounts and experiences of those affected by the Partition, praising their indomitable spirit in braving immense hardships.

India's Am

Srijal Gupta's Shahar Zinda Karo: Pathankot's Push for 500 Dustbins and a Cleaner Tomorrow

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:58:13 GMT

VMPL

New Delhi [India], August 14: Pathankot's streets are witnessing a quiet civic revolution. Under the banner of Shahar Zinda Karo, Srijal Gupta's flagship citizen-led initiative, the city has entered a new and ambitious phase: the distribution of 500 dustbins across Pathankot's bazaars, markets, and public spaces.

From a March to a Movement

The dustbin drive did not begin with a press release -- i

Motorola launches moto g max with 50MP Sony LYTIA camera, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, 7000mAh battery and Pantone colours, starting Rs. 26,999*

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:59:33 GMT

BusinessWire India

New Delhi [India], August 14: Motorola, a global leader in mobile technology and India's leading AI smartphone brand, today announced the launch of the all-new moto g max, the most complete smartphone in the segment, designed for consumers who demand premium design, exceptional durability, pro-grade photography, powerful performance, and long-lasting battery life. Combining a Luxury Satin-insp

Nifty, Sensex close lower on Friday, experts see dip as routine profit booking

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:57:41 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14 (ANI): The share markets in the country closed under pressure on Friday as investors awaited greater clarity on the outlook for energy prices and global bond yields.

The Nifty 50 index closed at 24,366.00, down 29.85 points or 0.12 per cent. The BSE Sensex also closed lower at 78,009.25, down 70.71 points or 0.09 per cent.

Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investme

MEA reaffirms India-Liberia partnership as new embassy opens in Delhi

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:32:04 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs reiterated India's resolve to build a mutually beneficial alliance with Liberia as the West African state officially opened its resident mission in the national capital.

Secretary (Economic Relations) Sudhakar Dalela represented India at the embassy opening ceremony on Thursday.

Underlining the milestone, the MEA posted on X, 'Secretary (E

India-Japan skill meet: MoS Jayant Chaudhary calls for innovative funding to accelerate human resource mobility

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:03:35 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): The Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Jayant Chaudhary, on Friday urged domestic and international stakeholders to bridge institutional gaps, develop innovative funding pathways, and build seamless procedural equivalence to fulfil the ambitious target of sending 50,000 skilled Indian workers to Japan.

Addre

Jaishankar meets German MP Jurgen Hardt; discusses West Asia, Ukraine, and strategic partnership

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:01:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Jurgen Hardt, German MP and Foreign Policy Spokesperson for the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, on Friday to discuss key geopolitical developments and strengthen bilateral ties.

In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar highlighted that the exchange covered major regional and global security matters, alongside core areas of bilateral cooperatio

Insta360 X6 Debuts in India, Bringing Flagship 8K 360 Capture to Creators, Moto Riders, and Adventure Filmmakers

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:59:49 GMT

SMPL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Insta360, the world's best-selling 360 camera brand, today launched X6, its new flagship 8K 360 camera, in India at the brand's first offline launch event in the country, held in Juhu, Mumbai. Insta360 currently holds 71% value share (US$) of the global panoramic camera (360 camera) market, according to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Handheld Smart Camera Tracker Report, 2

Poster | Japan seeks another record defense budget

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:09 GMT

Japan's Defense Ministry is seeking a record 8.9 trillion yen ($56 billion) for fiscal 2027 - and the final bill could climb even higher.

A large portion of the proposed funds is expected to be used to acquire offensive weapons and develop "new forms of warfare," highlighting the country's accelerating trajectory toward remilitarization.

But the bigger concern isn't simply that Japan keeps smashing defense

PM Modi calling Japanese PM 'choti behen' reflects genuine friendship, trust in India-Japan ties: Ambassador Ono

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reference to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi as his 'choti behen' during the latter's recent visit to India reflects the genuine friendship and mutual trust underpinning India-Japan relations, Japanese Ambassador to India Keiichi Ono said on Thursday, underlining the importance of people-to-people exchanges in taking the bilateral partnership forward.<

Explainer: What message does Putin's visit to Southern Kuril Islands send?

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:15:23 GMT

MOSCOW, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday made his first visit to the Southern Kuril Islands, known as the Northern Territories in Japan, and made tough comments on Russia-Japan relations.

What did Putin do during the visit? What considerations lie behind his trip? How has Japan responded, and what does the visit mean for the future of Russia-Japan ties?

Tailored strategies, support needed to create new opportunities for Indian talent in Japan: Envoy on shaping India-Japan HR ties

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:03:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Tailored strategies and support mechanisms are needed to create new opportunities for Indian talent in Japan, particularly in sectors facing workforce shortages, Japanese Ambassador to India Keiichi Ono on Friday said, highlighting the need for a more targeted and segmented approach to strengthening bilateral human resource cooperation.

Speaking at the India-Japan Stakeholder C

Agoda Reveals Europe's 2026 Summer Travel Interest to Asia: Searches to India Climb

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:58:44 GMT

NewsVoir

New Delhi [India], August 14: Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled its ranking of European travel interest to Asia, based on accommodation search data from April to June 2026 for travel during July and August. India emerged as the fastest-growing destination, recording a 14 percent year-on-year increase in searches compared to the same period last year.

The United Kingdom was the largest Euro

Opinion: No different ending for Japanese militarism

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:45:11 GMT

Eighty-one years after Japan announced its unconditional surrender on Aug. 15, 1945, the world is witnessing a creeping resurgence of Japanese militarism.

From calls to reshape nuclear policy to moves that heighten maritime tensions, Japan's recent actions are raising fresh concerns in the international community and casting a new shadow over peace and stability in the region and beyond.

Eighty-one years a

India wins global favour: 79% in Sri Lanka view India positively, Pew Survey shows

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:57:51 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): India continues to command strong goodwill across much of the world, with a median of 45 per cent of adults across 36 countries holding a favourable view of the country, according to the Pew Research Centre's Spring 2026 Global Attitudes Survey.

The strongest sentiment comes from neighbouring Sri Lanka, where 79 per cent of those surveyed view India favourably.

The survey

Appier Delivers Record-High Revenue, Profitability and Core Free Cash Flow

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:58:00 GMT

PRNewswire

Singapore, August 14: Appier Group Inc. (TSE: 4180, 'Appier'), an Agentic AI-native company delivering AI as a Service for enterprise marketing, today announced its Q2 2026 financial results. Revenue reached a record JPY 12.9 billion, up 24.6% YoY, driven by organic revenue growth of 29.6% YoY, demonstrating robust top-line momentum and putting H1 performance ahead of plan.

Gross profit reached a

4 dead, thousands forced to evacuate as torrential rain batters eastern Japan; PM Takaichi pledges support

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:03:33 GMT

Tokyo [Japan], August 14 (ANI): Four people have died, and another remains unresponsive after torrential rain severely battered eastern Japan from Thursday into early Friday, triggering widespread flooding and high-level emergency alerts across the region, Kyodo News reported.

According to reports by Kyodo News, the Japan Meteorological Agency briefly issued a Level 5 warning, the highest disaster alert level on

If attention not paid early, then it will be too late: Ex-Australian PM Morrison on China's growing influence in Indo-Pacific

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:30:10 GMT

Sydney [Australia], August 14 (ANI): Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has warned that China's expanding influence across the Indo-Pacific, particularly the Indian Ocean region, needs to be addressed early, cautioning that delaying strategic attention could make it too late to respond effectively.

Speaking online at the Indo-Mediterranean Dialogues on Thursday, Morrison said Australia's geography gi

New evidence reaffirms Japan's germ warfare crimes in China

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:15:41 GMT

HARBIN, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- A new collection of historical records about Unit 731, the notorious Japanese germ warfare division during World War II (WWII), has unveiled more evidence of Japan's war atrocities in China.

Released Wednesday by the Exhibition Hall of Evidences of Crime Committed by Unit 731 of the Japanese Imperial Army in northeast China's Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, the records confirm that the

Uncovering Unit 731's dark history requires broader int'l cooperation, says Singaporean historian

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:45:05 GMT

SINGAPORE, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- "More than 80 years have passed, and only now are we beginning to realize how much Japan still hasn't told us," said Lim Shao Bin, a Singaporean historian who has spent decades tracing Japan's biological warfare activities in Southeast Asia, in a recent interview with Xinhua.

As each new discovery serves as a reminder of how much remains undocumented, Lim said that filling those gap

(SP)SWEDEN-MALMO-TABLE TENNIS-WTT EUROPE SMASH 2026-MEN'S SINGLES

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:16:52 GMT

(260814) -- MALMO, Aug. 14, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Zhou Qihao (R) greets Anton Kallberg after the men's singles round of 32 match between China's Zhou Qihao and Sweden's Anton Kallberg at the WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026 in Malmo, Sweden, Aug. 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

"What if those graphics become reality?": Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu hits back at Amaravati masterplan critics

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:29:40 GMT

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday responded to criticism over the proposed designs of the Amaravati masterplan, saying those who dismissed the plans as 'graphics' should consider what would happen if the designs eventually become a reality.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Steel Bridge and Seed Access Road at Undavalli, Naidu reca

"Huge opportunity, will cut costs": Ex-envoy backs Chennai-Vladivostok maritime corridor expansion plan

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:30:07 GMT

Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], August 14 (ANI): Former Indian Ambassador to Russia, Ajai Malhotra, on Thursday backed the expansion of the Chennai-Vladivostok maritime corridor into a wider connectivity network through the Bering Strait, Northern Sea Route, and Northern Europe, calling it a huge opportunity for India.

In an interview with ANI, Malhotra said the Chennai-Vladivostok maritime corridor should not be vie

Japan is arming for a long-range fight, and China is worried

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:23:16 GMT

Tokyo is building a military and intelligence architecture very different from the one that defined its postwar era

Released in early August, the Japanese Ministry of Defense's latest white paper signals that Tokyo, under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, is converting years of incremental modernization into a more integrated and far-reaching national-security architecture - one that is altering the

Japan is arming for a long range fight, and China is worried

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:23:16 GMT

Tokyo is building a military and intelligence architecture very different from the one that defined its postwar era

Uttarakhand CM Dhami inaugurates Deeksharambh Session and new infrastructure at Doon University

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:00:44 GMT

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 13 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday inaugurated the Deeksharambh Session 2026-27 and Youth Dialogue Programme at Doon University.

Welcoming the new students joining the university, he extended his best wishes for their bright future. The Chief Minister said university life is not limited to classrooms and examinations; it is an important pha

Quad aligned in advancing closer collaboration, delivering results for free and open Indo-Pacific: US envoy Sergio Gor

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:00:08 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor stated on Thursday that the Quad grouping remains united in deepening cooperation and driving tangible outcomes to foster a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Gor's remarks came after he met with Australia's High Commissioner to India Philip Green and Japan's Ambassador to India, Keiichi Ono, to review forthcoming Quad engagements.

The Quad fram

Indian aviation sector has major potential for electric aircraft, says SkyDrive CEO

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:32:45 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): The Indian aviation sector has major potential for electric aircraft, said SkyDrive CEO Tomohiro Fukuzawa.

Speaking to ANI, Fukuzawa said SkyDrive's technology could be used for urban passenger and logistics services, particularly on routes such as airports to downtown areas and hospitals to homes, where road congestion is a major challenge. As per him, India's aviation sector

Uganda withholds Taiwanese travellers' passports, demands Chinese documents: Taiwan Foreign Ministry

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:32:17 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], August 13 (ANI): Ugandan immigration authorities reportedly withheld the passports of three Taiwanese travellers and asked them to provide Chinese passports, citing Uganda's 'One China principle', according to a report by Central News Agency (CNA) which cited Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

The three Taiwanese nationals arrived at Entebbe International Airport at around 3 pm local ti

(SP)SWEDEN-MALMO-TABLE TENNIS-WTT EUROPE SMASH 2026-WOMEN'S SINGLES

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:16:46 GMT

(260813) -- MALMO, Aug. 13, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Wang Manyu (R) listens to coach Ma Lin during the women's singles round of 32 match between Wang Manyu of China and Chien Tung-Chuan of Chinese Taipei at the WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026 in Malmo, Sweden, Aug. 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang)

Sensex closes with gains of 114 points, Nifty slips as metal, pharma, PSU banks weigh

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:57:33 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 13 (ANI): The share markets ended on a mixed note on Thursday, with the Sensex gaining 113.61 points, or 0.15 per cent, to close at 78,079.96, while the Nifty 50 declined 40.10 points, or 0.16 per cent, to settle at 24,395.85 as weakness in metal, pharma and PSU bank stocks weighed on the broader market.

The market remained supported by softer-than-expected inflation readings

Japan PM criticises Putin's visit to disputed islands "absolutely unacceptable"

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:57:17 GMT

Tokyo [Japan], August 13 (ANI): Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday sternly criticised Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Iturup Island in the disputed Northern Territories, warning that the 'absolutely unacceptable' move severely damages bilateral ties and deepens anti-Russian sentiment within Japan.

Earlier today, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Ituruo, known in Japan as Etorofu

Tamil Nadu Govt says it has secured Rs 1.02 lakh crore investment through 104 MoUs at Investment Conclave

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:59:30 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 13 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu Government on Thursday said it had secured investment commitments worth Rs 1,02,514 crore through 104 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) at the 'Vettri Tamil Nadu Investment Conclave 2026', with the projects expected to generate more than 1.21 lakh direct and indirect jobs across the state.

The conclave, held in Chennai, marked a major push by the state

'Monstrous consequences' if Japan sticks to Kuril Islands claim - Medvedev

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:49:51 GMT

The warning by the former Russian president came after Tokyo protested Vladimir Putin's first-ever visit to the archipelago

The Kuril Islands will forever remain Russian land, with Japan looking for trouble by continuing to stick to its claim over the archipelago, former Russian President Dmitry Medvdev has said.

Hon Hai to direct 2026 capital expenditure toward global AI expansion

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:29:49 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], August 13 (ANI): Taiwan-based Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. announced that its capital expenditure for 2026 will focus on expanding artificial intelligence production, while allocating funds to strengthen global research and development as well as manufacturing operations, particularly in the United States, according to a news report by Focus Taiwan.

Speaking at an investor conference, Hon Hai's

Global South partnership deepens as Liberian Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti arrives in India

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:59:44 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): As India continues to deepen its engagement with Africa, Liberia's Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti arrived in New Delhi to further strengthen the ties between the two countries.

Sharing the details of her arrival in a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, 'Warmly welcome Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti of Liberia on her arriv

Uttarakhand CM Dhami directs officials to ensure 100 per cent 'Har Ghar Jal' coverage

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:30:24 GMT

Shimla (Uttarakhand) [India], August 13 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed the progress, financial status, operation and maintenance of schemes, and the upcoming action plan under the Jal Jeevan Mission at the Secretariat.

During the meeting on Wednesday, various issues related to the progress of water supply schemes, tap water coverage and verification among rural households, water qu

Congress demands Assam floods be declared "national problem"

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:58:14 GMT

Guwahati (Assam) [India], August 13 (ANI): A delegation led by Pranjit Das, Chairman of the Relief & Rehabilitation Department of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), met with Governor Lakshman Acharya to demand that the state's recurrent and severe flood and river erosion crisis be urgently declared a 'national problem'.

The delegation submitted an urgent multi-point memorandum addressed to Prime Mi

India, Malaysia commence bilateral exercise Udara Shakti 2026 at Subang Air Base

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:57:33 GMT

Selangor [Malaysia], August 13 (ANI): The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) have commenced bilateral Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 at Subang Air Base in Malaysia.

According to a post by the Indian Air Force on X, air warriors from both nations are engaged in joint field training and Subject Matter Expert exchanges.

Jeremy Strong emailed Mark Zuckerberg before portraying him in 'The Social Reckoning'

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:58:41 GMT

Los Angeles [US], August 12 (ANI): Actor Jeremy Strong has revealed that he emailed Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg before portraying him in the upcoming film 'The Social Reckoning', saying he wanted to approach the role with respect and take the responsibility of depicting him seriously, according to People.

Strong, 47, discussed his preparation for the film and his collaboration with writer-director Aaron Sorkin in a

Nationals DFA Miles Mikolas, add LHP Jackson Kent

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:19:03 GMT

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Coming off his best outing in a month's time, veteran right-hander Miles Mikolas was designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

In a corresponding move, the Nationals selected the contract of left-hander Jackson Kent from Triple-A Rochester. Kent, who ranks the No. 8 Nationals prospect in MLB Pipeline's rankings, is slated to start in his maj

VG Miss & Mrs India 2026: Season 8 Concludes in New Delhi, Crowning a New Generation of Purpose Driven Queens

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:33:54 GMT

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New Delhi [India], August 12: Under the glow of stage lights and the weight of five days of grooming, grit and quiet reinvention, New Delhi became the beating heart of India's women empowerment movement this August, as VG Miss & Mrs India 2026, Season 8, drew to a spectacular close. From the 5th to the 8th of August, Fairley's Hotels & Resorts played host to a gathering of extraordinary women, homema

"Scam 2010 is a story about ambition": Hansal Mehta

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:31:55 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 12 (ANI): Filmmaker Hansal Mehta is all set to come up with 'Scam 2010', which stars Siddharth Bodke in the lead role.

Birla Studios and Applause Entertainment have begun production on Scam 2010. From his rise through small savings schemes that laid the foundation for a sprawling financial empire to the public scrutiny that followed, the series follows the journey of the late

L&T Finance Unveils Gold Loan Campaign Featuring Brand Ambassador Jasprit Bumrah

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:30:53 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 12: L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading retail financiers in the country, introduced three new TV commercials (TVC) with the tagline, 'Koi Bhi Sapna Hold Mat Karo, L&T Finance Gold Loan Karo,' featuring its brand ambassador, Jasprit Bumrah. Through this campaign, LTF will drive awareness for its Gold Loan offerings and empower individuals, micro-entrepr

DDA approves Delhi Master Plan 2047 to guide capital's future growth, sent for Centre's nod

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:32:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 12 (ANI): The Delhi Development Authority (DDA), in its meeting chaired by Lt. Governor Sardar Taranjit Singh Sandhu, who is also Chairman, DDA, today took major decisions, including approval of the Master Plan for Delhi-2047 (MPD-2047), which will guide the future growth and development of the National Capital.

The plan will now be sent to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for

Tigers' Framber Valdez aims to stay 'locked in' vs. Guardians

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:05:12 GMT

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Veteran left-hander Framber Valdez signed a three-year contract with the Detroit Tigers to form an imposing 1-2 punch with Tarik Skubal at the top of the rotation.

Skubal now is with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Valdez struggled earlier in the season but has returned to his old form in his past two starts.

Valdez will start the middle contest of a three-game home

Sensex ends 188 points lower, Nifty slips 36 points as elevated crude prices weigh on investor sentiment

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:03:39 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 12 (ANI): The domestic equity markets closed lower on Wednesday, with the benchmark Sensex falling 187.90 points, or 0.24 per cent, to 77,966.35, while the Nifty 50 declined 35.75 points, or 0.15 per cent, to 24,435.95, as elevated crude oil prices and caution ahead of key inflation data weighed on investor sentiment.

Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments, said mark

Indian and Australian Navies discuss enhancing operational interoperability, capability-building cooperation

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:02:14 GMT

Canberra [Australia], August 12 (ANI): The navies of India and Australia held discussions on strengthening operational interoperability and expanding bilateral cooperation in capability building and training, with a focus on further deepening maritime collaboration between the two countries.

The bilateral engagements took place during the 17th Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks between the Indian Navy and the Royal Austral

From bat to mic: Ajinkya Rahane set to make Test commentary debut during India-Sri Lanka series

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:30:52 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 12 (ANI): Former India Captain Ajinkya Rahane is set to make his Test commentary debut on the Sony Sports Network during India's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, from August 15 to 27, acccording to a release.

The great cricketer recently brought the curtains down on an illustrious career spanning nearly 18 years since his first-class debut. He will now take on a new role in the com

North Korea conducts suspected ballistic missile launch as US-South Korea gear for key military drill next week

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:30:30 GMT

Seoul [South Korea], August 12 (ANI): North Korea conducted a suspected ballistic missile launch on Wednesday, making it the second in less than a week, which also comes amid the backdrop of a US-South Korea combined military drill which will commence next week.

While Yonhap News Agency citing South Korean military reported that Pyongyang fired a ballistic missile toward the East Sea on Wednesday, the United Sta

Indian markets open lower as rising crude prices, geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:30:22 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 12 (ANI): Indian markets started the day in the red with the BSE SENSEX at 78,072.38 points, down by 81.87 points or 0.10 per cent, while the NSE NIFTY 50 was at 24,442.00 points, losing 29.70 points or 0.12 per cent.

The negative sentiment on domestic indices mirrored persistent global headwinds, including elevated geopolitical tensions and higher oil prices.

Commenting on the mar

TSMC, Sony form joint venture for next-gen image sensors in Japan; Commercial production to start in 2029

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:58:29 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], August 12 (ANI): Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) and Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corp. agreed on Tuesday to establish a joint venture to develop and manufacture next-generation image sensors. According to a news report by Focus Taiwan, the two companies signed a legally binding definitive agreement to create Advanced Vision Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. in Koshi City, Kumamoto Prefec

French swimmer Lon Marchand wins gold in Euros 400m freestyle

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:57:49 GMT

Lon Marchandpulled off a remarkable feat by becoming the European champion in the 400m freestyle Sunday in Saint-Denis, nearParis,in a competition that presented a new challenge for him.

With a time of 3 minutes, 43.14 seconds, he broke Yannick Agnels French record and won by 1.32 seconds over Hungarys Oliver Papai.

The bronze medal went to Germanys Lukas Mrtens, the world record holder in the event.

Japan risks repeating history by downplaying wartime aggression

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:49:14 GMT

People visit the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, August 15, 2026. /VCG

August 15 marked the anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II. Yet on the same day, Japanese politicians' An aerial view of the Southern Kuril Islands lying between the Sea of Okhotsk and the Pacific Ocean. They are known as the Northern Territories in Japan, March 16, 2022. /CFP

Editor's note: Jessica Durdu, a special commentator for CGTN, is a foreign affairs specialist with a PhD in law. The article reflects the author's opinions and not necessarily the views of CGTN.

What signals does Putin's visit to Iturup island send?

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:28:19 GMT

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks with locals on Iturup island, one of four islands in the contested chain known as the Kuril Islands in Russia and the Northern Territories in Japan, on August 13, 2026. /VCG

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup Island in the Southern Kuril Islands on August 13, marking his first trip to the disputed island chain claimed by both Russia and Japan. The

China: Japanese officials' Yasukuni visit violates historical justice

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 06:18:11 GMT

File photo of Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense. /Ministry of National Defense

In response to Japanese officials' donation and visit to the Yasukuni Shrine on Saturday, a Chinese spokesperson said such behavior is an open violation of historical justice and seriously hurts the feelings of people in countries that suffered from Japan's aggression.

Jiang Bin, a sp

Deadly earthquake strikes Indonesia and triggers mass evacuations

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:36:19 GMT

Rescuers combed through debris for survivors Saturday after a powerfulearthquakestruck off Flores island in easternIndonesia, killing at least 20 people and sending thousands fleeing.

As the full scale of thedisasterunfolded, rescue official Fathur Rahman told AFP at least 20 people were confirmed dead from four different towns on the island, popular with tourists.

"From the reports we have received, 20 peo

Indonesia hit by second powerful earthquake in one day

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:36:19 GMT

Rescuers combed through debris for survivors Saturday after a powerfulearthquakestruck off Flores island in easternIndonesia, killing at least 20 people and sending thousands fleeing.

As the full scale of thedisasterunfolded, an official from Indonesia's disaster agency said at least 38 peoplewere confirmed dead from four different towns on the island, popular with tourists.

Two people were known to be trap