From CNN. Japan has scrapped key restrictions that once limited arms sales, allowing exports of warships, missiles and other equipment. Officials say the move is meant to strengthen its defence industry and expand partnerships with allies.

From CNN. Video from the religious city of Beit Shemesh shows ultra-Orthodox Jews taking down Israeli flags on the eve of Israel’s Memorial Day. CNN’s Oren Liebermann reports.

From CNN. Kevin Warsh is testifying Tuesday before the Senate Banking Committee in a high-stakes confirmation hearing as President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the US central bank. If confirmed, Warsh would take the helm at the Federal Reserve at a crucial time for the economy, with inflation still stubborn and at risk of reigniting…

From CNN. CNN’s Jim Sciutto takes us to northern Alaska for an exclusive look at how the US Army is preparing for the next iteration of arctic warfare. The 11th Airborne are known as the "Arctic Angels", and they are battle testing drones in extreme climates to combat the rising threats posed by adversaries like…

From CNN. After a powerful 7.4 quake hit off Japan’s northeast coast on Monday, officials issued a rare advisory—the risk of a megaquake has ticked up in the coming week. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery explains what this means for one of the world’s most earthquake-prone countries. #cnn #japan #megaquake