South Korean MPs have voted to establish an independent parliamentary inquiry into the Jeju Air disaster that killed 179 people, amid accusations of delays and cover-ups by the official investigation body.
South Korea's iconic kimchi faces a pricing crisis at home, with cheaper Chinese imports now dominating the market. Discover the cultural and economic battle for the nation's soul food.
Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard reflects on his transformative two years with FC Seoul, revealing cultural shocks, elite fitness stats, and his next potential destinations in Europe, Saudi Arabia, or the UAE.
A husband and wife died in a Tokyo sauna after a fire broke out and a faulty door handle trapped them inside. The emergency alarm was switched off. Read the full investigation.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol urges inclusion of hair loss treatment in national health insurance, citing mental health impact and high costs. Could this set a global precedent?
South Korea recycles 96.8% of its food waste using RFID bins that charge by weight. Discover how this tech-driven system changed behaviour and cut Seoul's waste by 23.9%.
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
SailGP reveals plans to add teams in India and South Korea and new races in Hong Kong and Italy after hitting $200m revenue. The 2026 season starts in Perth.
The UK and South Korea have signed an upgraded trade agreement, set to inject an extra £400m annually into the British economy. The deal focuses on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Read the full details.
Katy Perry and former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau have seemingly confirmed their romance with a series of intimate Instagram posts from Japan. Get all the details on their public debut.
Japan alleges Chinese warships directed fire-control radar at its fighter jets near disputed islands, escalating tensions. Read the full details of the confrontation.
Japan alleges a Chinese fighter jet locked its fire-control radar on Japanese F-15s in a major escalation. Read the full details of the dangerous encounter and rising tensions.
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting at an illegal tavern in Pretoria. Police are hunting for three suspects. Read the latest.
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
Playwright and actor Jeremy O Harris, known for 'Emily in Paris', has been held in Japan for 18 days after customs allegedly found MDMA in his bag. Learn the details and potential consequences.
Tony-nominated playwright Jeremy O Harris detained at Okinawa airport after customs found MDMA in his bag. He remains in custody facing Japan's strict drug laws.
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
South Korea's President declares nationwide martial law, urging national unity. Get the latest on the political crisis, military deployment, and international reaction.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sees her slogan 'Work to Win' named the 2025 buzzword of the year. Discover the story behind this political catchphrase and its cultural impact.
Over 120,000 IP cameras in homes and businesses were hacked in South Korea, with footage used for sexually exploitative material. Four suspects arrested. Learn how to protect your devices.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
A 69-year-old man fought off a bear in a public toilet in Japan, amid a record surge in bear attacks. Discover the causes and the government's response.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
Donald Trump bans South Africa from 2026 G20 meeting in Florida amid escalating diplomatic tensions. Read the full story on the punitive measures and South Africa's response.
Donald Trump has reportedly urged Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to 'dial down the volume' in the dispute with China over Taiwan. Discover the diplomatic implications.
Explore Shinji Sōmai's 1993 film Moving, a hypnotic portrait of a 12-year-old's coming-of-age amidst her parents' separation in Japan's lost decade. Stream now.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi fails to secure meeting with Chinese premier at G20 summit amid Taiwan dispute. Public backing rises despite diplomatic freeze. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, known as Aonishiki Arata, makes history by winning his country's first elite sumo tournament in Japan. Discover his incredible journey from war-torn Ukraine to sumo stardom.
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, who fled the war, has become the first from his country to win an elite tournament in Japan. Read his inspiring story.
South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa closes G20 summit after rejecting US handover proposal. The Johannesburg gathering faced US boycott over disputed discrimination claims.