Politics

U.S.-China summit produces conciliatory rhetoric but leaves Taiwan and Iran energy issues unresolved U.S.-China summit in Beijing: Trump and Xi pledged cooperation while key disputes—Taiwan, arms sales, and Iran-linked energy …

Japan World Cup squad revealed: Nagatomo, Endō selected as Mitoma and Minamino miss out Japan names 26-man World Cup squad on May 15, 2026, with veteran Yuto Nagatomo and Liverpool …

Japanese Embassy Warns After Japanese-Language Posts Allude to Child Sexual Exploitation in Indonesia Japanese Embassy in Indonesia warns nationals after Japanese posts alluded to child sexual exploitation; Jakarta police and …

Japan World Cup squad to be revealed as Mitoma fitness clouds final 26-man selection Japan World Cup squad to be announced May 15; coach Hajime Moriyasu faces decisions over injured …

Crow Collision Halts Shinkansen at Omiya, Delaying Tohoku, Joetsu and Hokuriku Services May 15, 2026: A crow struck overhead lines at Omiya Station, cutting power to Shinkansen trains and delaying …

Ship Seized Off UAE, Indian-Flagged Cargo Sinks Near Strait of Hormuz Ship seized off the UAE and an Indian-flagged cargo ship sank after attacks near the Strait of Hormuz on …

Trump Visit to China Concludes in Beijing After High-Stakes Talks with Xi Trump’s visit to China in Beijing ends as leaders address Taiwan tensions, the Strait of Hormuz, trade pledges …

Cannes Film Festival Spotlights Koreeda’s ‘Sheep in the Box’ as Three Japanese Films Enter Main Competition At the Cannes Film Festival, Hirokazu Koreeda’s new sci‑fi drama "Sheep in the Box" …

Japan World Cup squad to be announced May 15 as coach weighs fitness of key players Japan World Cup squad announced May 15, 2026; coach Moriyasu will assess Kaoru Mitoma’s …