Amateurish Tokyo heist highlights trend as crime gangs exploit youth
The hapless suspects bore all the hallmarks of "yami-baito," a rising scheme by criminal groups to outsource robberies and scams to the naïve and financially desperate.
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"World's deepest fish" caught on camera — 27,000 feet below the surface
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
Japanese moon landing attempt fails
An attempt by a Japanese company to land a spacecraft on the moon failed Tuesday. It was attempting to become the first private company to conduct a successful lunar landing.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in Japan as he considers presidential bid
He is meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and other officials, and then he'll travel to South Korea, Israel and the United Kingdom.
Biden to name 2024 campaign manager soon
President Biden is expected to name senior West Wing official Julie Chavez Rodriguez as his 2024 campaign, sources told CBS News. Meanwhile, former Vice President Mike Pence says that he will announce by the end of June if he plans to run for president in 2024. CBS News political director Fin Gomez discusses the latest on the 2024 presidential race with Anne-Marie Green.
The Dish: Robbie Felice at Pasta Ramen
A well-known Japanese trend is taking root in the United States. The popular fusion blends Japanese and Italian flavors for a unique and tasty experience. Nancy Chen has more from Pasta Ramen in New Jersey.
Japanese prime minister unharmed after blast heard at speech
A 24-year-old man was arrested at the scene, according to officials. There was no word of any serious injuries.
North Korea says it tested ICBM one analyst calls a "breakthrough"
Leader Kim Jong Un pledged to further expand his nuclear arsenal to "constantly strike extreme uneasiness and horror" in his rivals.
U.S., Japan, South Korea nuclear envoys meet
The U.S., Japan and South Korea are focusing on North Korea's growing nuclear program and that country's damaging cyberattacks. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Lifeboat, door found in hunt for Japanese army copter feared down at sea
The country's defense chief said the army would "do our utmost for the rescue of the 10 people who are still missing."
What's so fancy about "the world's most advanced train station"?
A new wing of Osaka Station in western Japan offers facial recognition ticketing, reconfigurable sliding barriers, and even real-time bathroom updates.
Black Hawk helicopter carrying 10 crashes into ocean, Japan's army says
The UH-60JA Black Hawk helicopter disappeared from radar while on a reconnaissance mission, officials said.
Japanese girl graduates from junior high school as a class of one
Akino Imanaka says having zero classmates on her tiny island "was a little lonely," but while she's headed for the mainland, her hometown is left to face oblivion.
Japan tops defending champ U.S. 3-2, wins World Baseball Classic
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani struck out fellow Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout to end the game. Ohtani was voted the WBC's MVP and called it "the best moment in my life."
Japan to face U.S. in World Baseball Classic
After a thrilling walk-off win against Mexico, Japan is set to face the United States in the World Baseball Classic final. CBS Sports HQ analyst Will Middlebrooks, a former third baseman for the Boston Red Sox, joins CBS News to preview the highly anticipated matchup of Los Angeles Angels teammates Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani.
Putin and Xi's summit continues
Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting a second day of meetings with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, Japan's prime minister is in Ukraine for a show of support. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano spoke with the former U.S. ambassador to Russia, John Sullivan, about the geopolitical implications of these meetings.
North Korea launches ICBM ahead of South Korea-Japan summit
The launch came just before South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was to meet with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo.
Stocks slump as Credit Suisse selloff reignites bank worries
"Credit Suisse is not just a Swiss problem but a global one," one Wall Street analyst said after the bank's shares tumbled.
Retrial ordered for the world's longest-serving death row inmate
Iwao Hakamada was sentenced for the 1966 killing of four family members. His lawyers say the conviction was based on a forced confession and fabricated evidence.
4 astronauts depart International Space Station
Two NASA astronauts, a Japanese astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut departed the International Space Station Saturday in a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule headed back to earth.
Upscale inn admits lax care of bathwater spawned potentially fatal bacteria
"It was a selfish reason," said the president of the company operating the nearly 160-year-old inn.
Wild boar attacks snowboarders
A wild boar emerged out of the woods and lunged at two unsuspecting snowboarders at a resort in Japan.
A mysterious, large metal ball was discovered on a beach in Japan
While the ball that appeared on the beach in Japan is not a floating balloon, it comes at a time of heightened concern over unidentified objects because of various spy balloon sightings.
Mysterious ball appears on Japanese beach
A mysterious metal sphere was found on a beach in Hamamatsu City, Japan, this week. Its origins are unknown, but authorities are investigating.
North Korea launches two ballistic missiles
North Korea has launched two ballistic missiles, which fell into the sea near Japan's exclusive economic zone with no reports of any vessels or aircraft being damaged by the missiles, just two days after firing an intercontinental ballistic missile. CBS News foreign correspondent Lucy Craft joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest launch.
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