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Stocks shake off Iran jitters as AI pushes market up, even amid oil climbs and Hormuz crisis

The MSCI All-World index was up 0.13% to trade around record highs, as markets from Tokyo to Seoul traded at or near all-time peaks, underpinned by avid demand for anything AI-related.

|ByREUTERS
Markets are closely watching the next moves in the U.S.-Iran conflict, as renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten global oil flows, inflation stability, and investor confidence.
EMERGENCY SERVICE workers operate in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex, after an irritant was sprayed by an unknown person, in Tokyo, Japan, May 25, 2026.

Man sprays unidentified chemical into Japan mall, injuring at least 20 - report

At least two people on stretchers were put in an ambulance after the attack, an AFP reporter witnessed, although the public NHK broadcaster reported that the injuries appeared to generally be light.

|ByTZVI JASPER
A baby Japanese macaque named Punch sits next to a stuffed orangutan at Ichikawa City Zoo, in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, February 19, 2026.

Abandoned baby monkey charms Tokyo zoo visitors by befriending stuffed orangutan

Punch has had some differences with the other monkeys as he has tried to communicate with them, but zookeepers say that is part of the learning process and he is steadily integrating with the troop.

|ByREUTERS
Zanzibar.

Zanzibar, Seychelles, and Tokyo: This is the new alternative for Israelis

Ethiopian Airlines strengthens its route to Israel and provides access to over 150 destinations via its hub in Addis Ababa.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV

Major cities cancel NYE events over security concerns - what are they?

New Year’s Eve celebrations were canceled or restricted in several major cities amid terror threats, with authorities citing crowd risks and recent attack warnings.

DECEMBER 31, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The "family fireworks”, also known as the Country fireworks displayed three hours before midnight every year ahead of the main show at midnight, fill the sky over the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney on New Year's Eve on December 31, 2025 in Sydney, Australia.

Sauna fire in Japan kills married couple, Tokyo police probing

Tokyo police are reportedly investigating what led to the couple becoming trapped in the sauna, suspecting the unit had a faulty doorknob, local media reported. 

DECEMBER 27, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A burned sauna stands in the yard of a home during the Flat Fire near Sisters, Oregon, U.S. August 25, 2025.

Magnitude 6.7 earthquake hits Japan's northeast region, tsunami advisory issued

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Japan's northeastern region on Friday, triggering a tsunami advisory for potential waves up to 1 meter.

DECEMBER 12, 2025ByREUTERS
A collapsed road in Tohoku, northeast Japan, following an earthquake, December 9, 2025; illustrative.

Israel's national curling team delivers best-ever Deaflympics showing in Tokyo

Israel's curling team is fighting for a historic playoff spot at the European Championships. Despite losses, they feel they're "moving in the right direction" toward their goal.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
THE ISRAELI delegation celebrated a historic performance at the 2025 Deaflympics in Tokyo, highlighted by the country’s first-ever silver medal.

With a sushi lunch, Taiwan president shows support for Japan in China dispute

Beijing has indicated it will halt Japanese seafood imports following a rise in tensions after Japan's prime minister suggested Tokyo could intervene militarily if China attacked Taiwan.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025ByREUTERS
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te shows his sushi lunch of yellowtail and scallops from Japan, in Taipei, Taiwan, in this handout image released November 20, 2025.

Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports

Japan requests that China reverse its warning against travel to Japan after comments on Taiwan sparked a diplomatic dispute.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025ByREUTERS
An aerial view of a China Coast Guard ship navigating near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, in the South China Sea, August 13, 2025.

Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows

A survey shows that over half of the population backed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's plan to increase defense spending.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025ByREUTERS
Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected leader of Japan's ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)

Chinese Coast Guard ship formation sails through Japan-administered Senkaku Islands

China and Japan have repeatedly faced off around the Japan-administered islands, which Beijing calls Diaoyu and Tokyo calls the Senkaku.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025ByREUTERS
An aerial view of a China Coast Guard ship navigating near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, in the South China Sea, August 13, 2025.

Among all the shiny models at the Tokyo Motor Show were a few dramatic announcements

Toyota takes on Rolls-Royce and Bentley, the new Corolla draws from Tesla’s Model 3, Mazda may revive the 2, and Honda teases a bold new crossover.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025ByUDI ETZION/WALLA!
Century models. In front: the new coupe.

Tourist shocked as Tokyo Hotel replaces staff with robots - video goes viral

Her TikTok video captured her confusion as robots guided her through check-in at the hotel.

JUNE 30, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Tourist shocked as Tokyo Hotel replaces staff with robots - video goes viral.