Controversial Security Measures Become Law

Lawmakers have passed legislation that loosens the limits on Japan's pacifist constitution and lifts some restrictions on the military, reports CNN.

The measure that passed Saturday, 148-90, by the upper chamber of Parliament authorizes the Self-Defense Forces to provide limited defense for allies abroad.

The vote was delayed for several hours when opposition members attempted to stop the measure, reported the BBC. A scuffle broke out on Thursday when politicians tried to...