Why Tokyo's "move forward" on LGBTQ rights is too slow for many
Recognizing same-sex partnerships is a "steppingstone," but one man says he and his partner still "worry immensely about the future."
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U.S. condemns North Korea missile launch
North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, causing alarm across parts of Japan. This comes days after firing at least 23 missiles. Tom Karako, director of the Missile Defense Project, joins "CBS News Mornings" with the latest.
Tokyo begins issuing partnership certificates to same-sex couples
The historic move will allow LGBTQ+ partners to be treated as married couples for some public services such as housing, health care and welfare.
Japan's efforts to combat population decline
Japan's population is declining at an alarming rate. Elizabeth Palmer looks at the country's community-based initiatives encouraging families to move out to rural areas and have more children.
How Japanese towns are enticing new residents: "A job, a place to live and childcare"
Towns in Japan that are competing to offset their declining populations.
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President Biden to announce new steps to fight COVID-19 Delta variant; Japan could get its first woman prime minister
Japan aborts errant rocket launch with self-destruct command
"We deeply apologize for our failure," Japan's space agency chief said after its first failed launch in almost 20 years.
Japan welcomes solo travelers again
Japan is welcoming solo travelers for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic shut its borders for tourism. Peter Greenberg joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss what you need to know before booking the flight.
Here's what to know about heading to Japan as the country reopens
Effective Tuesday, Japan has lifted most of its pandemic-related restrictions and visa requirements.
The global impact of Shinzo Abe's assassination
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was shot and killed at a campaign speech Friday. Cecile Shea, a nonresident senior fellow at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, joined CBS News to discuss how the assassination impacts domestic politics and foreign relations.
Japan ditches COVID restrictions to welcome back foreign tourists
After more than 2 years starved of travelers - and their money - Japan badly needs an influx, but one key group won't be back right away.
Top headlines for May 26, 2019
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News."
North Korea launches 2 more ballistic missiles
The launch came just two days after North Korea fired an intermediate-range missile over Japan for the first time in five years.
North Korea launches suspected ballistic missiles
North Korea launched two more suspected ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan. It comes two days after it fired a ballistic missile over Japan.
North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan
North Korea fired a ballistic missile over Japan in its most provocative show of force in years as develops its nuclear weapons program. Elizabeth Palmer has more details.
North Korea ups the ante with first missile test over Japan in years
The test of the suspected Hwasong-12 rocket set off warning alarms in northern Japan, and drew a quick military response from the U.S. and South Korea.
North Korea missile test over Japan mainland
North Korea has sharply escalated its confrontation with the United States and its allies with an aggressive new missile test. The country fired a suspected intermediate range missile over Japan for the first time in five years. Charlie D'Agata reports.
U.S. responds to North Korea missile launch
The U.S. and South Korea are responding to a missile launch from North Korea that flew over northern Japan. CBS News foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins us from Tokyo to explain the latest.
North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan
North Korea launched a ballistic missile over Japan, forcing Japan to issue evacuation notices and causing sirens to ring out across the northern part of the country on Tuesday morning. It is the 23rd missile North Korea has launched this year — and the first to pass over Japan since 2017.
North Korea launches missile over Japan
North Korea's latest missile test forced Japan to warn its residents to take shelter early Tuesday morning. A missile flew over the island in what is being called a dramatic escalation by Pyongyang. Former CIA officer and FBI special agent Tracey Walder joins CBS News to discuss the move and the reaction from South Korea and the U.S.
22-year-old slugger breaks Japanese home run record
Munetaka Murakami had gone 13 games without a home run before hitting the one that put him in the record books.
North Korea fires missile over Japan
North Korea launched at least one ballistic missile over Japan. Residents in northeast Japan were told to go to shelters. A Russian court will hear an appeal on Oct. 25 from WNBA star Brittney Griner of her conviction on drug charges. And actor Will Smith will finally see his next big movie released – “Emancipation” -- after it was held in limbo following his slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards.
Crew flies to Florida ahead of launch to International Space Station
The Crew 5 flight to the ISS features the first Russian to launch aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Japan accuses Russia of blindfolding diplomat over spying allegations
Russia claimed the diplomat was "detained red-handed while receiving, in exchange for financial reward, restricted information."
Shinzo Abe's state funeral held amid protests
Leaders from around the world have arrived in Tokyo for the controversial state funeral of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. The event is estimated to have cost $12 million. Several thousand protesters have gathered in Tokyo to protest the state funeral. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
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Vance set to meet with Senate Republicans amid government shutdown
The shutdown stretched into Day 28 as Democrats and Republicans remain locked in a stalemate as the toll mounts of the funding lapse. Follow live updates here.
Trump signs trade deal with Japan's new leader as Asia tour continues
Trump meets Japan's new, first female prime minister, and they sign a bilateral trade deal before going together to greet troops on the USS George Washington.
Hurricane Melissa could be Jamaica's "storm of the century," forecasters say
Hurricane Melissa was set to pummel Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, its strongest on record. It could be the island's "storm of the century," world forecasters say.
2 Illinois National Guard members speak out: "I won't turn against my neighbors"
Staff Sgt. Demi Palecek and Capt. Dylan Blaha say they'll defy federal orders regarding Trump's immigration enforcement operation in Chicago.
Israel says Hamas violates peace deal by returning partial hostage remains
The Israeli prime minister's office says he'll convene generals to discuss "a clear violation" of the U.S.-brokered peace deal by Hamas, and Israel's response.
Amazon cutting 14,000 jobs as the retailing giant embraces AI
The job cuts come as Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has said he envisions the company relying on AI agents to replace human workers.
Soaring electricity bills squeeze households as utilities hike rates
Rising utility bills across the country are leaving customers feeling powerless in the face of the escalating costs.
Political violence has gripped the U.S. Experts say it's not as simple as left and right.
A nationwide string of threats and violent acts present a problem experts say is politically more complex than it seems.
Dodgers win record-tying 18 inning World Series thriller on walk-off home run
The Dodgers have jumped to a 2-1 lead in the 2025 World Series after a thrilling back-and-forth, extra-inning contest in Game 3 ended in a 6-5 win for Los Angeles after 18 innings.