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An investigation by Hiroshima City has revealed that over 40 strands of hair belonging to unidentified atomic bomb victims are stored in a memorial urn, with the city offering DNA testing for families seeking identification.

Shigeaki Mori, a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor and historian, passed away at the age of 88 in Japan, reminding us of the enduring legacy of nuclear disaster survivors.

Shigeaki Mori, an atomic bomb survivor from Hiroshima, has passed away at the age of 88, having actively researched and shared the stories of American POWs affected by the bombing.

The body of a 77-year-old man was discovered by relatives a week after a house fire in Hiroshima, which police had failed to locate.

A survivor and historian, Shigeaki Mori, analyzed the experiences of American soldiers who died in Hiroshima and emphasized their humanity rather than viewing them as enemies.

Shigeaki Mori, a historian and atomic bomb survivor who met former President Obama in 2016 and advocated the message that the tragedy of the atomic bomb transcends borders, passed away at 88 years old.

A man has been sentenced to 13 years for attempted murder after he attacked his former classmate and her parents with a hammer in their home.

A culinary expert from Hiroshima has published a memoir and recipe collection focusing on local crocodile cuisine, which has historical significance and appeared in the manga series 'Oishinbo'.

A historic apartment complex in Hiroshima, symbolizing the city's recovery from the atomic bomb, is set to be demolished due to aging.

A new children's exhibition at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum will focus on the life of a girl who died from the atomic bomb and her brother, who shared her story.

A pod of about 10 dolphins has been spotted swimming off the coast of Miyajima, Hiroshima, near a ferry route, marking a rare occurrence in the area.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima has reported ongoing malicious ticket cancellations and is considering criminal charges against perpetrators.

The US successfully tested its Doomsday missile Minuteman III amid rising tensions with Iran, which reportedly possesses twenty times the strength of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.

The US conducted a test of its Minuteman III nuclear missile, capable of carrying a warhead 20 times more powerful than the bomb dropped on Hiroshima, amid escalating tensions with Iran.

The US conducted a test of a Doomsday ballistic missile that can carry a nuclear warhead twenty times more powerful than the bomb dropped on Hiroshima, amidst ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Police in Hiroshima responded to reports of gunfire at a residential property in Fukuyama, leading to a security perimeter and school lockdowns in the vicinity.

A former employee of Nomura Securities was sentenced to 18 years in prison for attempted murder and robbery after stealing cash from an elderly client’s home in Hiroshima.

Dmitry Medvedev warned that a potential World War III would far exceed the devastation of Hiroshima, criticizing Western leaders for their role in escalating tensions.

IRCTC has launched an attractive international tour package titled 'Japan – Cherry Blossom Season', offering a 10-day tour from Tokyo to Hiroshima in April 2026.

A police officer in Hiroshima Prefecture was dismissed for using cannabis both at his home and at work.

A gram of antimatter could release energy equivalent to 43 kilotons of TNT, making it far more destructive than the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.

The Hiroshima Carp baseball team announced the termination of infielder Ryutaro Hazuki's contract due to his indictment for violating pharmaceutical regulations related to a substance known as 'zombie tobacco.'

A large-scale genome analysis suggests that ornamental medaka may originate from wild medaka in the Kansai and Setouchi regions of Japan.

A woman injured in a murder case in Higashi-Hiroshima reported to police that she was attacked by a man who also set fire to her home, where a man was found dead with stab wounds.

Hiroshima Carp player Ryutaro Huzuki has been indicted for violating drug laws by using a controlled substance known as 'zombie tobacco'.

Hiroshima's Yoshiri Kuriyama, now a starting pitcher, delivered 176 pitches in practice as he focuses on improving his stamina for full-length games.

A man was found dead with stab wounds and a woman was hospitalized following an incident in Higashi-Hiroshima that may be connected to a murder case.

Three rookies from the Hiroshima Carp excelled in their first exhibition game, showing confidence and skill during their performance.

A high school rookie, Atsumu Nishikawa, is striving at the Hiroshima Toyo Carp's first team camp, the only one from high school this season.

The Japanese government has agreed to pay 194 million yen to the family of a prosecutor who died by suicide in Hiroshima, acknowledging inappropriate behavior from his superiors prior to the incident.

Former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has won his 12th election in Hiroshima's 1st district, highlighting his political influence and broad support base beyond traditional party lines.

A survey of 200 voters in Hiroshima reveals their reasons for supporting Prime Minister Sanae Takai amid her rising popularity during the recent elections.

Oona Hathaway, the incoming president of the American Society of International Law, expresses grave concerns about U.S. military actions in Venezuela during her stay in Japan, criticizing the Trump administration's approach as a threat to international law and global stability.

Yuusei Kajiwara, a former employee of Nomura Securities, denies the attempted murder charge during the initial trial for stealing approximately 26 million yen and setting fire to a residence in Hiroshima.

The Meiji Yasuda J-League Century Concept League opened with a 'Peace Match' between V-Varen Nagasaki and Sanfrecce Hiroshima in Nagasaki, both based in post-war bombed locations, emphasizing a message of peace.

Hiroshima baseball player Hazuki has admitted to allegations of using the banned substance 'etomidate,' and police continue to investigate the circumstances of the case.

A former employee of Nomura Securities is on trial for attempted murder and arson after allegedly drugging a client to steal 18 million yen and setting the residence on fire.

Akira Morishige reflects on the implications of the New START treaty's expiration and the potential consequences of a world without nuclear disarmament agreements.

The recent exhibition in Hiroshima explored the theme of memory, featuring contemporary art that evokes collective memories of World War II, particularly through the work of emerging artist Usui Hitomi.

Former Hiroshima Mayor Tadatoshi Akiba will serve as one of the flag bearers at the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, honored for his long-standing dedication to peace activities and disarmament efforts.

Hiroshima player Hazuki was arrested for possessing the specified drug etomidate, with evidence of its use found during an arrest in December.

In 2025, oceans stored a record amount of heat for the ninth consecutive year, equivalent to '12 Hiroshima atomic bombs exploding every second of every day of the year,' according to an international study.

The bombing of Dresden during World War II is characterized by many as the greatest Allied atrocity, overshadowing even the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.