Japan country profile
Provides an overview of Japan, including key dates and facts about this East Asian country.
1970-01-01 08:00
China is erasing mention of its former foreign minister. But it still hasn't said why
Five weeks ago, the world watched as China's Foreign Minister Qin Gang met US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Beijing for high stakes talks between the two powers.
1970-01-01 08:00
Deadly Mediterranean wildfires kill more than 40
Wildfires have claimed most lives in Algeria, but blazes are also widespread in Greece and Italy.
1970-01-01 08:00
LA County Sheriff's Department accused of excessive force as newly released video shows man yelling 'you're gonna kill me' during arrest
Newly released video shows a Southern California man yelling, "you're gonna kill me" during his violent arrest by a Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy in February.
1970-01-01 08:00
Patrick Mahomes' Contract Is an Absolute Steal
The Chiefs got a massive bargain with Patrick Mahomes' 10-year contract.
1970-01-01 08:00
Joe Burrow owes Justin Herbert a thank you note after new contract
Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers just agreed to a five-year, $262.5 million contract extension, making Herbert the third quarterback to reset the market this offseason.Justin Herbert’s reign atop the quarterback market could end at any moment.Pro Football Talk’s Mike F...
1970-01-01 08:00
Godwin Emefiele's downfall: How Nigeria's bank boss ended up in court
The once-powerful bank chief is charged with illegally owning a shotgun, which he denies.
1970-01-01 08:00
Chargers loosen grip on checkbook to pay Justin Herbert: Best memes and tweets
The Chargers broke the bank for their franchise QB, giving Justin Herbert a monster contract extension that keeps him in Los Angeles until at least 2029.Justin Herbert won't be causing any drama at Los Angeles Chargers training camp. But he might be footing the bill for a dinner or several....
1970-01-01 08:00
Greenpeace says ECB has broken climate pledge with end of bond buying
FRANKFURT Activist group Greenpeace said on Wednesday the European Central Bank has broken a pledge to join the
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB Trade Grades: Dodgers reunite with familiar face in Red Sox deal
The Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a trade with the Boston Red Sox to bring back a fan-favorite player to be their utility man.The Los Angeles Dodgers may not have gone on the usual winter spending spree this past offseason, but they are still experiencing success. Even with the number of in...
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB Rumors: Cardinals budging on Arenado, Orioles-Ohtani package, Yankees backup plan
MLB Rumors: Yankees have backup plans for Cody Bellinger tradeIt's been a pretty poorly-kept secret amid the trade buzz that the New York Yankees would ideally be able to add former NL MVP Cody Bellinger at the deadline. That, however, is fully contingent upon the Cubs selling. And even just ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Predicting NBA’s Christmas Day Schedule: Lakers, Warriors highlight slate of postseason rematches
Every year, the NBA Christmas Day schedulefeatures a full slate of basketball. Last season, five games took place from noon to 10:30 ET. What can we expect in 2023?Five Christmas Day games last season meant that a third of the league was on national TV while families around the country celebrate...
1970-01-01 08:00