Taiwan has been investing in a new air defense system, as the US takes similar steps against a backdrop of increased pressure from China. NHK World's Sekiya Satoshi explains why everyone is focused on ...

The gubernatorial contest in this historically blue state could be the sleeper, if there is one, this Election Day.

Four races highlight this year's elections: a redistricting referendum in California, governor's races in New Jersey and ...

The GOP continues to shoulder most of the shutdown blame in the polls, only stiffening the Democratic resolve to keep up the ...

If the shutdown continues into Wednesday, which lawmakers believe is almost certain, it will shatter that record, set during ...

Voters across the country are heading to the polls today for a slew of key off-cycle races, including governor's races in New ...