Malaysia to launch inquiry into cases involving disputed Singapore Strait islets
Mohd Zuki Ali said recommendations for the composition of the inquiry panel will be brought to Malaysia's king for approval.
Wed Jan 24 2024
S. Korea protests to Japan about tsunami alerts showing disputed islets
South Korea has protested to Japan over a tsunami advisory that featured a map displaying a group of its islands also claimed by Tokyo.
Tue Jan 02 2024
Perfect Valentine: Part of Croatia's heart-shaped island up for sale
The uninhabited islet of Galesnjak in the Pasman channel is one of the most recognisable Croatian islets.
Tue Feb 14 2023
Stem cell treatment offers new hope for diabetics
A new method to create insulin-producing pancreatic cells from stem cells and protect them from the body's immune system.
Sun Aug 30 2020
Japan scrambles jets over China drone flight near disputed islets
Japan and China have long been at loggerheads over the tiny, uninhabited islands, called the Senkaku in Japan and Diaoyu in China.
Fri May 19 2017
Powerful typhoon Chaba barrels toward Japan
The violent storm was moving north-northeast off the Tsushima islets chain near Japan's southern Kyushu, packing gusts of up to 180 kilometres (110 miles) per hour, Japan's weather agency said.
Wed Oct 05 2016