Japan Records

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit Japan's southern Kumamoto prefecture, causing a shopping mall to partially collapse and trapping multiple people, CBC News reports. Survivor Andrew Mitchell reflected on the experience and discussed why earthquake preparedness remains important.

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto on Japan's southern island of Kyushu, with no tsunami detected. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reported injuries, damage to infrastructure including roads and bridges, and incidents of blackouts and fires in the affected area.

Japan is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures nearing 40 degrees Celsius, with authorities warning conditions are fast becoming a public health threat, according to TRT World. Tokyo has recorded its highest daily number of heat-related hospital admissions as the heat intensifies across the country.

The Trump administration imposed new tariffs on East Asian imports, prompting China to restrict exports to EU entities and Japan to express regret over the duties. According to CNA, ASEAN meetings in Manila concluded with maritime concerns in the South China Sea dominating discussions, while...