Japan has no space for solar farms apart from old golf courses
Solar farms need good sunlight, access to the power grid and to be fairly close to residential areas. Many golf courses…
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Japanese police to use fake accounts to fight <i>tokuryū</i> crime
Under a new system, officers will pose as sellers and respond to online solicitations from criminal groups in order to…
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Mariners manager Dan Wilson out after disappointing 2026 campaign
Seattle went 76-86 this season, finishing third in the American League West and missing the playoffs.
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Power cuts and rubble: Millions come home to find Sudan’s capital unlivable
Once a major African capital that was home to more than 8 million people, Khartoum is a shell of its former self.
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BOJ rate hike in October is a real possibility, ex-official says
"I think the possibility of delaying the next hike until January or later is extremely low," says former executive…
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Former Yokohama mayor embroiled in harassment scandal to seek reelection
Former Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka resigned on Sept. 7 after a senior city official accused him of power harassment.
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Kyiv shoppers feel the pinch from Russian strikes
In the last nine months, there have been thrice as many airstrikes on civilian warehouses in the Kyiv region than in…
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Pope Leo pledges action on clergy abuse after meeting French survivors
During his visit to France, the pontiff urged the Church to admit its own failings and heal its "deep wounds."
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How Israel’s regional neighbors see its upcoming elections
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing bloc is squaring off against that of his main opponent, centrist…
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Swiss voters reject tighter neutrality rules that would have curbed NATO cooperation
Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis said the rejection allows Switzerland to continue deciding on economic sanctions on a…
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Seoul seeks apology after Ukraine reveals transfer of North Korean POWs
The row was ignited by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's disclosure that his country had sent two North Korean…
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Anthropic CEO Amodei to meet Trump with AI safety concern rising
Amodei and Trump have staked out starkly different positions about the threats posed by AI.
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Iran says won’t soften demands as Trump rejects Hormuz offer
U.S. and Iranian negotiators had been exploring a deal that would see Tehran reopen the strait and Washington lift a…
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The ins and outs of ETC cards for highways in Japan
With more expressways going cashless, the handy ETC card is becoming an essential add-on when renting or buying a car…
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Anime’s boom finally pays off — for some
A labor shortage, rising standards and a global audience are reshaping the industry — but not everyone is benefiting…
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Japanese film ‘Muyou no Hito’ wins International Critics Award
The film "Muyou no Hito" will be released in Japan next January.
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Chinese research ship spotted in Japan’s EEZ
The research ship Kexue was seen dropping what appeared to be a wire into the sea within the EEZ north of Ishigaki…
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U.K. prime minister urges ‘calm’ over flash point Northern Ireland parade
Northern Ireland was blighted for three decades by conflict between largely Catholic, pro-Irish republicans and…
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Bangkok floods force thousands into shelters
Nearly 4,900 people have been evacuated, with around 52,000 households affected by the floods, which prompted a…
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Men arrested in major incident at U.K. air base used by U.S.
Tehran has warned that any base used in strikes could be a target, while British ministers have discussed Russian…
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Fury-Joshua fight in doubt as White uncertain over blockbuster bout
Tyson Fury said in a video that the fight was in jeopardy because Anthony Joshua was trying to withdraw from the…
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How students in Japan strive to escape the international school bubble
With a life spent outside the public school system, some students at international schools struggle to integrate into…
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South Africa police hunt suspects after 27 killed in two separate shootings
Gang violence and organized crime are major issue in South Africa, which has one of the highest per capita murder rates…
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Takaichi looks to dispel alliance doubts after Trump-Xi summit
Signs point to Beijing harnessing the symbolism of the U.S.-China leaders' meeting to further bolster its narrative…
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Japan marks 12th anniversary of Mount Ontake eruption
Participants offered silent prayers at 11:52 a.m., the time of the eruption, and placed white chrysanthemums on the…
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Beyond fins, Japanese firms seeking new values in sharks
Their fins are prized in Chinese cuisine but many consumers do not know about other dining options.
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China sends two giant pandas to U.S.
The pandas' transfer had been already agreed but the departure was announced Thursday during Chinese leader Xi…
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Japan’s booming tourism industry struggling to improve sustainability
Emissions from the high-polluting tourism sector are hitting Japan's climate goals, but some destinations are finding…
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South Korea holds nerve to win Asian Games basketball gold over Japan
Japan, backed by a noisy crowd in Nagoya, roared back to within two points late in the game until South Korea finally…
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Germany selects Munich for Olympics host bid
Launched as a race between four candidates, it was ultimately a choice between two as Berlin withdrew on Thursday after…
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NHL stars ready to hit ice as league drops puck on expanded 84-game season
The road to the Stanley Cup Final in June will be even longer as the NHL expanded its season by two games in an effort…
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World champion Spain punishes England errors to win Nations League thriller
Less than 10 weeks after lifting the World Cup, Spain, unbeaten in 39 games, made England pay in scoring its first two…
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F1 champion Norris says Colapinto should get race ban after Baku crash
"It is not driving that deserves to be in Formula One," Lando Norris said.
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A congress for Europe’s future
For the Congress of Europe to succeed, it must address the shortcomings that have hampered similar efforts in the past.
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Can South Korea stay out of war over Taiwan?
While Seoul has traditionally played things safe on the issue, that discretion is becoming harder to sustain.
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Nepal’s hydropower ambitions face climate reality check
More than 90% of Nepal's electricity comes from hydropower, but extensive damage to its river projects has prompted…
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