Japan marks 10th anniversary of Fukushima disaster

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Tokyo: Japan on Thursday marked the 10th anniversary of the earthquake, tsunami and Fukushima nuclear disaster that hit its northeastern region, claiming thousands of lives. Emperor Naruhito and PM Yoshihide Suga were among those observing a moment of silence at a memorial in Tokyo. The 9.0 quake struck on March 11, 2011. agencies

UK press body chief quits as racism claims roil media

London: Ian Murray, executive director of the Society of Editors, has resigned after issuing a statement that many felt downplayed the problem of racism in the media. Meghan and Harry recently suggested there was a racist element to coverage of the biracial duchess. agencies

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