Police search house of man linked to deadly Osaka fire
The possible suspect is believed to be among the three people who survived the fire and were in severe condition, police said.
Japan
24 people died in a building fire in Osaka, Japan, and arson is suspected
A fire that spread from a fourth-floor mental clinic in an eight-story building in what police were investigating as a possible case of arson and murder. Police were searching for a possible suspect.
Japan's new PM dissolves lower house for Oct. 31 national election
On Thursday, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida dissolved the lower house of parliament. The move paves the way for elections Oct. 31, which will be Japan's first of the pandemic.
An Uncontroversial Consensus Builder Is Poised To Become Japan's Next Leader
Fumio Kishida, a former foreign minister, seemed to acknowledge popular wishes for a kinder, more responsive and socially progressive party.
Japan To Lift All Coronavirus Emergency Steps Nationwide
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga announced Tuesday that virus restrictions will be eased gradually.
Sumo Grand Champion Hakuho Will Retire At 36, Citing His Age And Injuries
The Mongolian-born wrestler, who has won a record 45 grand sumo tournament titles, announced his decision to retire to the Japan Sumo Association on Monday.
Whatever Happened To ... The WW II Sex Slaves Fighting For Justice?
The Japanese Army systematically raped women in the Philippines. What's become of the aging survivors of this wartime atrocity in the midst of the pandemic?
Japan's Outspoken, U.S.-Educated Vaccine Minister Wants To Be The Next Prime Minister
Taro Kono is seen as a political maverick with liberal views on social policy. He is popular with the public, but his own party's power brokers may hesitate to make him the leader next week.
Japan's Leader Will Step Down, Damaged By Criticism Of His COVID Response
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's exit raises the specter of a return to a "revolving door" succession of Japanese leaders.
Japan Suspends 1.63 Million Doses Of Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Over Contamination
The health ministry said contamination was reported from multiple vaccination sites. The news raises concern of a supply shortage as Japan tries to accelerate vaccinations amid a surge in cases.