US Marine Corps Sergeant Devin Jacob Ballard has been indicted by Japanese prosecutors on charges of murder and robbery, following the death of a woman in Okinawa. The incident has drawn sharp criticism regarding the presence of US military forces in Japan.
An Indonesian sneaker shop was severely damaged by an explosion, which police are investigating as a suspected gas leak. The incident caused extensive destruction to the retail premises.
Former US President Donald Trump has committed to ceasing the use of public funds for promotional advertisements, after facing criticism from both Republican and Democratic lawmakers who alleged potential violations of regulations against political advertising.
The Parti Québécois has secured a minority government in Quebec, with its leader vowing to hold an independence referendum, presenting a fresh challenge to Canadian federal unity.
