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Ex-Saga police technician found to have mishandled 239 DNA tests Category: Society

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- A former Saga prefectural police technician mishandled DNA tests in 239 cases, including 37 in which proper analysis might have helpe

Japan confirms more cases of Saga police DNA misconduct

A report from the National Police Agency said the agency can't rule out the possibility that investigations were negatively affected in 37 cases.

Thailand references Japan in boosting its community-based elderly care

In some cases drawing on Japanese experience, local governments and communities in Thailand are stepping up work to support older residents through integrated care initiatives.

Cannabis use grows among young people in Japan, especially in Tokyo

Tokyo recorded the highest number of cannabis-related cases among all prefectures in 2025, with 1,139 people processed by the MPD.

Japan measles cases top 500, nearing 2019 level

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The number of measles cases reported in Japan this year has reached 511, approaching the 2019 total of 744, a national research insti

Japan to boost efforts to prevent roadkill

According to the ministry, around 70,000 cases of roadkill occurred on state-managed roads in fiscal 2022.

Africa CDC says over 1,100 suspected Ebola cases in Congo and Uganda

The organization's director general said there were 263 confirmed cases in both countries as of Saturday, with 43 confirmed deaths.

Congo expands Ebola testing as outbreak’s real scale eludes officials

The number of confirmed cases in the country has climbed to 260 as global health organizations warn of the risk of further spread.

’Breakneck’ Ebola epidemic in Congo outpaces world’s response

Caused by a strain of the virus for which there is no vaccine or treatment, the latest outbreak has already caused a suspected 220 deaths and 900 cases.

Health ministry to give financial aid to organ transplant hospitals

The aid program is designed to reduce cases in which transplants are canceled due to staff shortages, as more people become organ donors.

Japan ruling LDP proposes GPS devices for stalkers to safeguard victims

The proposal, submitted as part of an urgent proposal on preventing special fraud and stalking cases, noted similar moves overseas that aim to prevent repeat offenses.

Congo seeks experimental Ebola antibody as cases surpass 1,000

The outbreak is straining health systems in eastern Congo, where violence, displacement and distrust of authorities have hit efforts to contain the Bundibugyo strain's spread.

Indonesian prosecutors stoke disquiet over questionable graft cases

Ebola patients flee in attacks on Congo health facilities, hobbling response

At least three such incidents have occurred in the northeastern province of Ituri where the first Ebola cases were reported.

Color in the North: Hokkaidō’s Seasonal Flora in Photos

Now in his late eighties, the photographer Mizukoshi Takeshi remains enthralled by the natural views available in Hokkaidō. A collection of his photos of the northern island’s flora showcases the colors of the hardy plants native to the harsh climate there.

Congo faces surge in Ebola cases as key medical tools run short

The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus and has no approved vaccine or antibody treatment.

Trump’s IRS settlement includes dropping tax cases and audits

The accord represents a major triumph by U.S. President Donald Trump over the Internal Revenue Service, but has also been called "a breathtaking abuse of the tax and legal system."