The law that took effect Saturday lets women retain imperial status after marriage and permits adoption of certain male descendants of former branches. It does not make Princess Aiko eligible for the throne.
Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England face a second named storm in days. The Met Office warns of dangerous gusts and possible disruption to transport and power supplies.
The North Korean leader met senior Chinese official Wang Huning, visited a Korean War memorial and toured a car plant. Beijing wants the recently opened bridge to expand cross-border exchanges.
The State Department added the “D” risk indicator on October 19. Americans are still advised to exercise increased caution as Washington warns of detention and exit bans in mainland China.
Nearly 1,000 residents are affected by the evacuation order, with a wider area under instructions to shelter indoors. Authorities are monitoring the air and the risk of a dangerous reaction involving the chemi…
Putin announced the release during a meeting with Steve Witkoff. The 74-year-old American had been convicted in a closed trial on charges his defense team disputed.
The provisional count gives staying in Canada a wide lead. Carney welcomes a vote for unity while counting continues on nine other questions about immigration and provincial powers.
The verdict over the deaths of 190 children and one adult holds the preacher and other members of his organization criminally responsible. The trial exposed a system of isolation, forced fasting and violence a…
Oliva is at the center of rescue efforts and accounts for two of the storm's victims. Regional authorities are lifting many stay-at-home restrictions, but damage to homes, roads and farms means the emergency w…
The first global review of the Kunming-Montreal agreement comes with four years left until 2030. A UN report finds broad participation, but inadequate implementation and gaps in funding and monitoring.
The province is choosing between remaining in the federation and starting the legal process for a future vote on separation. The ballots also propose changes to immigration and government powers, with Smith an…
The provisional toll includes more than 500 injured police officers, gendarmes and firefighters. The violence leaves the government facing a security crisis while also having to address grievances over prices …
Belgium and France are demanding accountability after an attack on a delegation in Taybeh. The Israeli military condemned the violence and announced an investigation during the olive harvest.
The attack at Silver Rail also left two people hospitalized. The suspected gunman, 16, died; the district has suspended classes and is organizing support for families.
With sustained winds of 120 mph, Trudy could strengthen before approaching Mexico’s coast over the weekend. Authorities warn of heavy rain, dangerous seas and possible flooding.
