Politics

Sub-capital bill faces broad public resistance as 60% oppose rushing passage, poll shows July 18–19 nationwide phone poll: 60% say it is unnecessary to rush passage of the sub-capital bill …

Osaka Toin eliminated by Osaka Ritsumeikan in 10th‑inning tiebreaker as captain Kurogawa grounds out Osaka Toin eliminated by Osaka Ritsumeikan in a 10th‑inning tiebreaker on July 19, 2026; captain Kurogawa’s …

Messi Leads Argentina Toward Rare World Cup Repeat Lionel Messi and Argentina are poised to attempt a historic World Cup repeat, chasing a consecutive title that has been achieved only …

England beat France 6-4 in Miami to finish third at 2026 World Cup England beat France 6-4 in Miami to take third place at the 2026 World Cup; Saka scored …

Former hospital worker arrested in Kashiwa on suspicion of IV tampering that killed patient A former hospital employee in Kashiwa, Chiba, has been arrested on suspicion of IV tampering after …

Imperial Household Law revision passed on July 17 prioritizes male-line succession July 17 revision to Imperial Household Law favors male-line succession by adopting heirs from former branches, passed amid doubts; …

JMA Issues Pre-Linear Rainband Forecast for Southern Tochigi and Gunma JMA issued a pre-linear rainband forecast at 9:48 p.m. JST for southern Tochigi and southern Gunma, warning that a linear …

Trump election interference claims put spotlight on voter data and calls for rule changes President Trump on July 16 asserted that foreign interference and domestic fraud threaten U.S. elections, linking …

Adoption proposal for imperial succession sparks unease within Japan’s Imperial Family Debate over an adoption proposal for imperial succession has resurfaced, prompting concern within the Imperial Family and renewed scrutiny …