Japan factory attack: 8 stabbed, 7 injured with bleach
A man wearing a gas mask launched a violent attack at a Japanese rubber factory, stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with bleach. Police have arrested a 38-year-old suspect.
A man wearing a gas mask launched a violent attack at a Japanese rubber factory, stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with bleach. Police have arrested a 38-year-old suspect.
Eight people rushed to hospital after a reported mass stabbing and chemical incident at the Yokohama Rubber plant in Mishima, Japan. Follow for breaking updates.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Discover why fried chicken is Japan's festive staple. A traveller explores Tokyo's halal alternatives to the KFC queues, unravelling a unique cultural tradition.
A violent rampage near Taipei's main subway station left at least nine wounded, with the suspect later dying. Authorities boost security as UK recalls recent train stabbing.
Japan faces its first panda-free era in five decades as its last two giant pandas, Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, depart Tokyo's Ueno Zoo for China, marking a symbolic moment amid diplomatic tensions.
Japan has ended its megaquake advisory for the northeast coast one week after a magnitude 7.5 quake. Officials warn the risk remains. Stay prepared with the latest updates.
A violent mass brawl in Birmingham left two men with stab wounds and a £200,000 Lamborghini destroyed. Ten suspects are in custody as police investigate the violent disorder.
American playwright Jeremy O Harris detained in Okinawa after customs allegedly found MDMA in his bag. Learn about Japan's strict drug laws and the case details.
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
A 69-year-old security guard fought off a bear in a Japanese public toilet. This incident is part of a record-breaking surge in bear attacks across Japan, prompting military deployment and new insurance policies.
A Tokyo court ruled Japan's same-sex marriage ban constitutional, reversing an earlier decision. The case now heads to the Supreme Court for a final ruling on LGBTQ+ rights in the G7's only holdout.
All Nippon Airways launches free domestic flights for UK travellers to explore Japan's hidden gems and reduce overtourism. Find out how to book.
British tourists can now book complimentary internal flights in Japan with ANA to ease overtourism in Tokyo and Kyoto. Discover lesser-visited regions until 31 Jan 2026.
Japan confirms missile deployment on Yonaguni island near Taiwan, triggering a furious response from Beijing which calls it a 'red line' crossing. Read the latest on this major defence escalation.
Discover the real Japanese businesses offering rented relatives and friends, a service spotlighted in the new film 'Rental Family' starring Brendan Fraser. Explore the loneliness epidemic driving this unique industry.
China imposes a blanket ban on Japanese seafood imports and advises against travel to Japan. Explore the economic fallout and diplomatic crisis.
The UK Foreign Office updates Japan travel advice following a record number of wildlife-related deaths. Stay informed and learn essential safety precautions for your trip.
The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Japan due to a surge in bear attacks. Learn about the safety precautions and the military response.
Japan's Sakurajima volcano erupted dramatically before dawn on Sunday, sending ash and smoke 14,400 feet into the air and prompting ashfall warnings for local residents.
Japan records its highest-ever bear attack fatalities, prompting a police and military response. Discover the reasons behind the crisis and the new measures in place.
Japanese military forces have been called into the northern Akita region following an unprecedented wave of bear attacks, with incidents reaching their highest level in decades.
Exclusive: Serious questions raised about police tactics after officers handcuffed multiple innocent black men following knife attack in Surrey
Japan faces an unprecedented wildlife crisis as bear encounters reach record highs, with experts warning of growing human-wildlife conflict in urbanising landscapes. Discover why these dangerous incidents are surging and what authorities are doing to prot
Exclusive investigation reveals how Southport killer Axel Rudakubana meticulously planned his deadly rampage, with police and mental health services missing multiple warning signs before the tragedy unfolded.
British Transport Police have initiated a comprehensive review following a mass stabbing incident aboard a Huntingdon train, leaving multiple passengers injured and raising serious safety concerns.
An exclusive investigation into the horrifying quarter-hour aboard a British commuter train where multiple passengers were stabbed in a random attack, raising urgent questions about public transport safety.
Shocking details emerge as Anthony Williams, 39, is convicted for mass stabbing aboard a moving train. Brave passengers risked their lives to subdue the attacker in a bloody confrontation that left multiple victims fighting for survival.
Dramatic moment brave commuters tackle alleged mass stabber on Thameslink service from London, with multiple victims rushed to hospital in critical incident.
Professional footballer Jonathan Gjoshe sustains non-life-threatening injuries during terrifying mass stabbing incident aboard a train in Cambridgeshire as police launch major investigation.