Japan country profile
Provides an overview of Japan, including key dates and facts about this East Asian country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $910 million after no grand prize winners Tuesday
The Mega Millions jackpot grew to a whopping $910 million after no ticket matched all six numbers drawn in Tuesday night's drawing, according to a news release on the Mega Millions website.
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
Ukraine war: UK criticised for 'lack of understanding' of Wagner's activities in Africa
A new report says that for 10 years the British government under-estimated the Russian mercenary group.
1970-01-01 08:00
NY drug dealer sentenced in overdose death of 'The Wire' actor
By Rich McKay The man who sold a fatal fentanyl-laced bag of heroin to actor Michael K. Williams,
1970-01-01 08:00
Police K-9 handler who released dog that attacked an unarmed Black man in Ohio placed on paid leave while incident is under review, mayor says
A Circleville, Ohio, officer who was seen on video deploying a police K-9 that attacked an unarmed Black man while he was surrendering to authorities is on paid administrative leave as the incident is under investigation, the mayor said.
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB Rumors: Yankees-Phillies trade showdown, Mariners swoop, India goes to Seattle
MLB Rumors: Could Mariners steal a top trade target from Yankees?The New York Yankees' interest in Cubs star Cody Bellinger is already well-documented. With Chicago looking more and more like sellers at the deadline, Bellinger stands out as one of the most desirable sluggers ready to be dealt...
1970-01-01 08:00
MLS transfer roundup: Sam Surridge signs for Nashville, Ayo Akinola joins San Jose on loan
All the latest transfer news in Major League Soccer.
1970-01-01 08:00
LGBTQ+: When 15 rain-soaked marchers made history in India
In 1999, India's first Pride march was held in Kolkata - and the rest is history.
1970-01-01 08:00
Federico Valverde cleared of alleged assault of Villarreal's Alex Baena
Federico Valverde will not face charges over the alleged assault of Villarreal's Alex Baena.
1970-01-01 08:00
3 reasons the Blazers should trade Damian Lillard to the Heat and 2 reasons they shouldn't
The Trail Blazers and Heat have reached an impasse on a Damian Lillard trade. What are the pros and cons for the Blazers of pushing a deal through?It is no secret that Damian Lillard wants to be traded to the Miami Heat, but is that the right move for the Portland Trail Blazers?It is a diffi...
1970-01-01 08:00
LeBron James, Giannis, Damian Lillard all want that Mbappé money
A world record bid for Kylian Mbappé has been submitted by Saudi Arabian soccer club Al Hilal. LeBron James and other NBA stars are loving it.The NBA is no stranger to supermax contracts. Not too long ago, in 2011, the NBA dealt with a whole lockout because of them (Thanks KG). In fact, J...
1970-01-01 08:00