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Japanese officials met with Russian ministry representatives to discuss protecting Japanese companies' assets in Russia, according to Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The visit, which included a Keidanren representative, did not involve the Russian Foreign Ministry, and no specific projects were discussed.
Kenneth Iwamasa, the personal assistant who injected Matthew Perry with ketamine, is set to be sentenced, closing the criminal investigation into the actor's 2023 overdose death. Prosecutors seek a three-year-and-five-month term, while three co-defendants have already received sentences ranging from home detention to 15 years in prison.
China has called on the Quad grouping to stop meddling in maritime affairs near its waters, following the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi that voiced concerns over the South and East China Seas. Beijing reiterated its opposition to exclusive alliances and bloc confrontation, while the Quad announced expanded cooperation in critical minerals and maritime infrastructure.
South Korea has formally announced plans to build its first nuclear-powered attack submarine by the mid-2030s, with US endorsement but lingering disputes over construction location, nuclear fuel supplies, and trade commitments. Analysts note the program is part of a broader regional undersea arms race involving China, North Korea, and Japan.
South Korea's industry ministry announced a comprehensive initiative to bolster the country's shipbuilding sector, focusing on AI transformation, financial support for smaller firms, and expanding global partnerships. The plan includes significant investments and collaboration with major shipbuilders and banks.
Kimberly Birrell upset Jessica Pegula at the French Open, while Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka advanced in style. Sabalenka later beat Osaka to reach the quarterfinals, where she will face Diana Shnaider.
South Korea's military detected multiple close-range ballistic missiles and artillery rockets launched from North Korea toward the Yellow Sea on Tuesday, amid speculation of a possible visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping. The projectiles flew about 80 kilometers before landing at sea, with some possibly involving 'suicide drones.'
North Korea launched several projectiles, including at least one short-range ballistic missile, toward the Yellow Sea on Tuesday, according to South Korea's military. The launch, the first since April 19, was confirmed by Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff, which reported the missile flew about 80 kilometers.
The Kia Tigers have released Australian shortstop Jarryd Dale, their Asian quota player, after defensive struggles and a mid-May demotion. The Doosan Bears also cut Japanese pitcher Ichiro Tamura, as KBO clubs adjust their rosters under the league's new Asian quota rule.
A state school in Cunnamulla, Queensland, has been closed after students brought vials of liquid mercury found at the local tip to school, prompting a hazardous materials response and evacuations. Multiple locations remain cordoned off as scientific crews test for contamination.
At least 20 people were injured after a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside the Ginza Six luxury shopping mall in Tokyo, prompting a large emergency response. The substance is believed to be an irritant containing capsaicin, with injuries reported as mild. Police are searching for the suspect.
Oil prices have experienced sharp fluctuations as markets react to evolving signals from Washington and Tehran over a potential deal to end the US-Israel war on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While hopes for a breakthrough briefly drove crude prices down, renewed strikes and cautious statements have reversed gains, leaving traders uncertain.
North Korean state media celebrated Naegohyang Women's FC's AFC Women's Champions League victory and Kim Jong-un's personal reception of the team, while reports conspicuously omitted that the final was held in South Korea. The win marked a historic first for a North Korean club, with the team's journey and prize money subject to international sanctions scrutiny.
Oscar Piastri finished fourth in the Canadian Grand Prix sprint as Mercedes teammates George Russell and Kimi Antonelli battled hard, with Antonelli calling Russell's defending 'very naughty.' Russell took sprint pole and later won the sprint, while McLaren's bold tyre gamble in the main race backfired.
Yang Shuang-zi has become the first Taiwanese writer to win the International Booker Prize for her novel 'Taiwan Travelogue,' a historical tale of forbidden love and food set in 1938 Taiwan. The book, translated from Mandarin Chinese by Lin King, also marks the first translation from that language to win the prize.
As concerns grow over potential delays and capability gaps in Australia's AUKUS submarine program, some analysts and defence figures are calling for contingency planning. Defence Minister Richard Marles has dismissed such calls, saying a 'plan B' would mean 'giving up' on new submarines. Budget documents reveal increased funding for the Australian Submarine Agency, while nuclear waste storage and UK shipbuilding challenges remain unresolved.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's reference to the 'Thucydides Trap' during a meeting with US President Donald Trump has drawn attention from analysts, who see it as a signal of Beijing's awareness of the risks of great-power conflict. The concept, popularised by Harvard's Graham Allison, warns that a rising power and an established one may be destined for war, and Xi's use of it may indicate a shift in China's posture on the world stage.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused the US and its NATO allies of expanding military infrastructure in Asia at an accelerated pace, warning of destabilizing effects on regional security. He also raised concerns about nuclear elements in US-South Korea-Japan exercises and efforts to militarize groups like QUAD.
Sadiq Khan blocked a £50m Metropolitan Police contract with Palantir over procurement breaches, prompting the US tech firm to accuse the mayor of prioritizing politics over public safety. The dispute has sparked debate over AI adoption in UK public services and concerns about data sovereignty.
The Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, a proposed 2,600 km link from Russia to China via Mongolia, is moving closer to reality as contracts near finalization. With a capacity of 50 billion cubic meters per year, the project could significantly alter global energy trade, reducing China's reliance on LNG and potentially easing supply for other importers. However, analysts note hurdles remain, including pricing and geopolitical tensions.