Japan

Sgt. Tyler M. Rankin, 24, of Kansas City, Mo., disappeared off the coast of Hamada Beach in Shimane prefecture.

The Marine Corps has acknowledged a host of problems with an investigation into a midair collision off the coast of Japan.

Cpl. John William Thomas III, 24, was taken into custody outside the establishment in Naha's Kumoji neighborhood.

The public health emergency declared by U.S. Forces Japan extends until July 14.

Part of a searchlight dome was missing during a check of the Osprey at about 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Defense Minister Taro Kono told reporters that he decided to “stop the deployment process” of the Aegis Ashore system.

Lance Cpl. Michael John Defries II admitted to police that he took the money but said he "made a mistake," a spokesman said.

Okinawa police referred charges Tuesday against Army Pvt. Demetrius Moton Jr., 21, and Hassan Smith, 34.

Michael Taylor, 59, and Peter Taylor, 27, were arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service.

The U.S. military is urging its personnel in Japan to call pest control if they spot Asian giant hornets.