Oil jumps more than 7% to above $102 ahead of US blockade on Iran
WorldLONDON -- Oil prices jumped back above $100 a barrel on Monday as the U.S. Navy prepared to block ships to and from Iran via the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could restrict Iranian oil exports, after Washington and Tehran failed to reach a deal to end the conflict.
Australia appoints woman to lead its army for the first time
WorldSYDNEY -- Australia on Monday said a woman would lead its army for the first time in history, as part of a reshuffle of the country's defense force leadership.
Tokyo police arrest ex-child facility worker for indecent assault
WorldTOKYO -- Tokyo police have arrested a former worker of a facility for children with disabilities in Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo, for an alleged indecent assault against a five-year-old girl who attended the facility, it was learned Monday.
Deer, boar habitats to spread across most of Japan by 2050: study
WorldTOKYO -- Wild Japanese deer and boars are expected to spread across most of Japan, except for major urban areas, by 2050, a study by a research team has suggested.
Inter stage two-goal fightback in 4-3 win at Como to put one hand on title
WorldCOMO, ITALY -- Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries scored twice each as Inter Milan rallied from two goals down to beat Como 4-3 away on Sunday and extend their lead at the top of Serie A to nine points.
Bank of Korea governor nominee vows to respond to excessive won weakness
WorldSEOUL - The Bank of Korea's governor nominee said it would be necessary to respond properly if the won fell excessively, in written remarks he submitted on Monday to parliament ahead of a parliamentary confirmation hearing on Wednesday.
Greece's ancient sites get climate-change checkup
WorldWorsening wildfires, soaring heatwaves and rising water levels have prompted Greek officials to take a closer look at protecting priceless archaeological sites that draw hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Domestic Indian migrants weigh return home in energy crunch
WorldDomestic migrants in India, who often travel thousands of kilometres for work are weighing up whether to leave New Delhi for good as energy resources choked by the Middle East conflict dwindle.
Artemis II astronauts safely back on Earth after historic trip around moon
WorldHOUSTON - The Artemis II capsule and its four-member crew streaked through Earth's atmosphere and safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday after nearly 10 days in space, capping the first voyage by humans to the vicinity of the moon in over half a century.
Record-breaking Bayern march closer to Bundesliga title
WorldBayern Munich romped to a 5-0 win at St Pauli on Saturday, breaking a 54-year Bundesliga goalscoring record and moving to within touching distance of a 35th league crown.
