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M5.5 quake jolts eastern Japan
16 June 2026 @ 12:16 pm
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck in Ibaraki Prefecture on Tuesday night.
The quake struck at a depth of 50 kilometers at 7:46 p.m., according to…
Japan OKs basic plan to raise awareness of issues facing sexual minorities
16 June 2026 @ 11:07 am
Japan's cabinet approved Tuesday a basic plan mapping out measures to raise awareness of issues facing sexual minorities, including by providing municipalities with leaflets and training videos, and…
Bank of Japan hikes rate to 31-year high of 1%
16 June 2026 @ 10:04 am
The Bank of Japan hiked interest rates to a 31-year high Tuesday as it battles inflation caused by the Middle East war, even after Washington and Tehran agreed…
Asian shares mostly higher; Nikkei tops 70,000 before BOJ rate hike
16 June 2026 @ 8:10 am
Asian shares mostly gained and Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 briefly topped 70,000 for the first time Tuesday before trimming early gains after the Bank of Japan raised its…
News of U.S.-Iran peace deal sparks anger among Israelis, who lash out at Netanyahu
16 June 2026 @ 7:46 am
Israelis from across the political spectrum reacted angrily Monday to the news of an initial deal between the U.S. and Iran, calling it a disaster for Israel and…
Iran opens its politically charged World Cup in 2-2 draw with New Zealand
16 June 2026 @ 7:44 am
Iran opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday night, overcoming two deficits and getting the tying goal from…
Greed or player health? 'Damaging' World Cup drinks breaks under spotlight
16 June 2026 @ 7:43 am
Virgil van Dijk does not like them, fans have started booing them and the many critics say they are ruining the World Cup.
Hydration breaks last just a…
Cape Verde holds star-studded Spain to 0-0 draw
16 June 2026 @ 7:43 am
So much for a supersized World Cup diluting the quality of soccer’s biggest tournament.
Tiny Cape Verde, making its debut at the World Cup, pulled off a stunning…
Iran most oppressed team in whole World Cup, says coach
16 June 2026 @ 7:43 am
Coach Amir Ghalenoei said Iran is the "most oppressed team in the World Cup" after his players were suddenly informed they must travel back to Mexico immediately after…
Photos show resurfaced remains of World War II's 'Death Railway' in Thailand
16 June 2026 @ 7:39 am
After decades beneath the surface, a submerged station from World War II's infamous “Death Railway” has resurfaced in Thailand.
Maintenance at Vajiralongkorn Dam drained the hydropower facility's reservoir,…