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Iwao Hakamada. Credit: Wikimedia Commons

4 min(s) read

World's longest-serving death row inmate was acquitted in Japan after 56 years as court uncovered shocking truth

A Japanese death row inmate, who had spent over 55 years behind bars, was acquitted after new evidence emerged.

Joshua Nair, Senior Journalist at VT

3 months ago

Japan executes prisoners through the controversial long-drop hanging method. Credit: IMAGO/Zuma Press Wire

15 min(s) read

Japan has a shockingly brutal rule for prisoners that are sentenced to death and their families

Japan still executes prisoners by hanging - and doesn't tell them until the morning it happens. Here's everything you need to know about Japan's death penalty.

Tom Wood, Head of Editorial at VT

3 months ago

James “Weston” Higginbotham

4 min(s) read

Family of student found dead in Japan reveal heartbreaking plan for his ashes

The family of James 'Weston' Higginbotham has revealed where the student's ashes will be scattered after he was found dead in Japan.

Kim Novak, Deputy Editor at VT

3 months ago

James “Weston” Higginbotham

4 min(s) read

Missing student's mom shares heartbreaking update one week after son's body was found in Japanese forest

The mother of an American college student who was found dead in a remote Japanese mountain range has shared an emotional update.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

4 months ago

James “Weston” Higginbotham

4 min(s) read

Eerie unanswered text amid update on cause of death for US student after body found in Japanese woods

A mysterious, unanswered text emerges after police reveal a key update in the death of a US student who vanished during a family vacation in Japan before being...

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

4 months ago

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3 min(s) read

Final message friend sent missing student before he was found dead in Japan gives insight into final days

The final message sent by the friend of a missing college student who was found dead in Japan may share an insight into his final days.

Kim Novak, Deputy Editor at VT

4 months ago

James “Weston” Higginbotham

3 min(s) read

Mom of missing student who was found dead in Japan shares heartbreaking message after body is located

The mother of a college student who was found dead after going missing on a family vacation in Japan has shared a heartbreaking message.

Kim Novak, Deputy Editor at VT

4 months ago

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2 min(s) read

Mom of student found dead in Japan reveals 'argument over ChatGPT' before he went missing

It was "a sore subject" between her and her son.

Alexandra Brooks, Journalist at VT

4 months ago

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3 min(s) read

Friend of missing student found dead in Japan reveals last messages he sent to him

After the body of a student who went missing while on a family holiday in Japan was found, his best friend has revealed the last text messages he sent.

Alexandra Brooks, Journalist at VT

4 months ago

James “Weston” Higginbotham

4 min(s) read

Parents issue urgent plea after Alabama college student disappears in Japan

The parents of an Auburn University student who disappeared during a trip to Japan have issued an emotional plea for help.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

4 months ago

3 min(s) read

Six horrifying final words of 'radioactive man' who suffered one of the most excruciating deaths ever recorded

In September 1999, a nuclear plant worker suffered what has since been described as the most painful death of all time after a dangerous task went horribly...

Alexandra Brooks, Journalist at VT

5 months ago

Japan sees tsunami following 7.4 magnitude quake, warns of more tremors IWATE, JAPAN - APRIL 20: (----EDITORIAL USE ONLY - MANDATORY CREDIT - 'IWATE GARRISON OF JAPAN / HANDOUT' - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS----) Soldiers stationed at the Iwate Garrison, part of the Japanese Army, are making preparations following a tsunami alert in Iwate, Japan on April 20, 2026. A strong earthquake of 7.4 magnitude jolted Japan on Monday evening local time, with waves of a tsunami observed in the northern and northeastern parts of the country. The Japanese Meteorological Agency warned of earthquakes of a similar magnitude this week. The earthquake was recorded at around 0752GMT, with its epicenter at around 71 miles off Miyako city, located in the Iwate province, according to the US Geological Survey. The Japanese government recorded the magnitude of the quake as 7.5, and issued a tsunami warning along the Pacific Coast in Aomori, Hokkaido, and Iwate. (Photo by Iwate Garrison of Japan / Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images)

3 min(s) read

Japan braces for impact as a 10-foot tsunami looms after earthquake - here’s the potential damage

Japan has been thrown into a national emergency after a powerful 7.

Michelle Hambiliki, Deputy Editor at VT

5 months ago

Donald Trump cracked an inappropriate Pearl Harbor joke in front of the Japanese PM. Credit: CSPAN

3 min(s) read

Trump makes wildly inappropriate Pearl Harbor joke in front of Japanese PM that leaves everyone stunned

Donald Trump made a Pearl Harbor joke in the Oval Office that left everyone completely stunned. Worst of all, the Japanese Prime Minister was there at the time.

Tom Wood, Head of Editorial at VT

6 months ago

Punch baby monkey

4 min(s) read

Zoo gives update on Punch the monkey amid concerns over his appearance

Ichikawa City Zoo has shared an update on Punch, the viral baby monkey, amid concerns over his appearance.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

7 months ago

Punch baby monkey

3 min(s) read

Expert issues warning to people who want to 'rescue' viral Punch the monkey rejected by mother

An expert has issued a warning to people who want to 'rescue' Punch, the viral baby monkey who was rejected by his mother.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

7 months ago

Bella Ramsey says they received autism diagnosis after 'The Last of Us' crew member spotted certain signs

5 min(s) read

Bella Ramsey says they received autism diagnosis after 'The Last of Us' crew member spotted certain signs

Bella Ramsey has shared that they were diagnosed with autism while filming the first season of The Last of Us — a revelation that’s been both “freeing” and transformative for the Emmy-nominated star.

stefan armitage, Head of Editorial at VT

over 1 year ago

Emmy Awards facing backlash as non-binary Bella Ramsey receives 'best actress' nomination

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Emmy Awards facing backlash as non-binary Bella Ramsey receives 'best actress' nomination

The Emmy Awards are facing backlash after they gave given Bella Ramsey, who is non-binary, a 'Best Actress' nomination. The 75th installment of the prestigious Emmy Awards is set to take place on September 18, but it seems as though it's already in the midst of controversy after the nominations…

Nasima Khatun, VT

3 years ago

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PETA reveals its 'Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2023'

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PETA reveals its 'Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2023'

The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has unveiled its list of the 'Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2023'. Despite the bizarre move for the animal rights organization, it can't be denied that this year's choices featured two extraordinary talents – Bella Ramsey and Halle Bailey. Yes, PETA is…

stefan armitage, Head of Editorial at VT

over 3 years ago

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