Japan’s royal family, world’s oldest monarchy, makes debut on Instagram

Japan’s royal family, world’s oldest monarchy, makes debut on Instagram

TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s imperial family made an Instagram debut with a barrage of posts on Monday, hoping to shake off their reclusive image and reach out to younger people on social media. The Imperial Household Agency, a government agency in charge of the family’s affairs, posted 60 photos and five videos showing Emperor Naruhito … Read more

Odysseus lunar lander makes moon landing, but signal weak

Odysseus lunar lander makes moon landing, but signal weak

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A private lander on Thursday made the first U.S. touchdown on the moon in more than 50 years, but managed just a weak signal back until flight controllers scrambled to gain better contact. Despite the spotty communication, Intuitive Machines, the company that built and managed the craft, confirmed that it … Read more

A row over sandy beaches reveals fault lines in the Maldives – India relationship

A row over sandy beaches reveals fault lines in the Maldives – India relationship

MALE, Maldives (AP) — The Maldives president on Sunday suspended three of his deputy ministers for posting derogatory comments against India, its closest neighbor and the source of much of the tourism that drives the islands’ economy. President Mohamed Muizzu suspended until further notice Malsha Shareef, Mariyam Shiuna and Abdulla Mahzoon Maajid for their posts … Read more

As thousands flee homes across British Columbia from wildfires, chiefs in one region report progress

As thousands flee homes across British Columbia from wildfires, chiefs in one region report progress

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — As tens of thousands of people were under evacuation orders across British Columbia and firefighters battled raging wildfires throughout Canada on Sunday, fire chiefs in a region known as a summer destination for families said they’ve made some progress in the struggle. There’s “finally a bit of a glimmer of … Read more