North Korea state media says expansion of U.S. Forces Japan raises risk of Korean peninsula clash
A KCNA editorial has said the increase in U.S. Forces Japan personnel showed it was becoming a full-fledged "war…
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UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans
In a statement that pulled no punches, Europe presented a united front to FIFA boss Gianni Infantino, whose proposal…
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Luxury is pastoral at Iwate’s Azuma Farm Koiwai
The rural accommodation finds decadence in the northern prefecture's natural resources.
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Selection process for next U.N. chief underway
Four women and three men are so far in the running to succeed U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who will…
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Russia likely fired North Korean missile in Ukraine strike that killed family, sources say
Russia has used North Korean missiles before, but the latest deployment points to a fresh stock of weapons that Moscow…
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Japan unveils new immigration plan focused on tighter regulations
The government's latest plan comes as the number of foreign residents reaches record levels, while Japan faces a…
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Trump says peace plan will lead to Hamas disarmament, but Israel support uncertain
A Hamas official and a diplomat close to the Cairo talks said the progress would be tested by Israel's response and…
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A succession crisis in Japan’s fields
Technology has transformed rice farming in Japan, extending older farmers' careers while making succession a matter of…
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Yen strengthens on possible intervention
Officials have been warning that efforts might be made to prop up the currency if it weakened too much or too fast.
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‘The Invisible Half’: Stylish J-horror anchored in a standout performance
Masaki Nishiyama's debut feature is a polished, provocative take on horror tropes, with a riveting performance by…
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Japan’s overlooked language crisis
Conversational fluency is different from the language needed to follow classroom lessons, understand abstract concepts…
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Trump’s Saudi nuclear deal is too important to lie about
The Saudi nuclear deal is in the same way designed to solve a tactical problem precipitated by the Iran war.
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Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing’s influence
The Gulf push for a bigger Chinese role is driven by growing frustration, Gulf sources say.
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Hitachi and Toshiba mark new high-speed train shipment to Taiwan
Featuring orange and black lines on a white body, the N700ST train was put on display at the ceremony held at Hitachi's…
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Taiwanese President Lai to donate ¥1 million to quake-hit Kumamoto
Convenience store operators and the Red Cross Society in Taiwan have begun accepting donations.
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Third-party probe confirms workplace harassment by Yokohama mayor
The report, submitted to the city on Thursday, found that Takeharu Yamanaka, 53, yelled at subordinates, called them…
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Takaichi keen to resume grave visits in Russian-held islands off Hokkaido
The suspension of the program due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a "humanitarian issue and a top priority in…
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Docomo Financial to sell more functions to businesses
The company will target regional banks seeking to strengthen point programs and businesses such as transportation with…
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He helped China repress Uyghurs. He says he’s a victim, too.
Former police officer Zhang Yabo described Xinjiang as a giant prison that imprisoned not only countless innocent…
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Toyota sales fall for fifth month on Iran turmoil and China
Soaring oil and raw-material costs, along with disrupted supply routes, are squeezing global manufacturers as the…
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Trump’s tariffs are sending some companies back to China
One of the most surprising outcomes from a whiplash year of tariffs may be that China has emerged in a position of…
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Suzu Hirose is ready to ‘step into the unknown’
The 28-year-old actor looks back on her formative experiences with some of the most acclaimed contemporary Japanese…
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Kumamoto quake death toll rises to 34 as rescuers race against clock
The Kumamoto Prefectural Government on Thursday said five other people sustained serious injuries as a result of the…
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Takaichi announces plan to lower consumption tax rate on food to 1%
The decision comes despite opposition party criticism and concerns among fellow LDP members about how lost revenue — ¥5…
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‘We are not learning anything’: India’s Gen Z rage is a test for Modi
India has the world's largest youth population, with most in school. But millions graduate ill prepared for university…
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U.S. strikes Iran again as conflict widens across Middle East
Two-hour operation aimed to degrade Tehran's ability to threaten American forces, its Arab allies and commercial…
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U.S. Federal Reserve’s ‘hawkish hold’ leaves investors lacking clarity
The Fed kept interest rates unchanged in a target range of 3.50% to 3.75%, but the vote drew three dissents from the…
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South Korea’s women web sleuths fight AI deepfake porn
Using the generative technology and a picture of their victim's face, harassers can fabricate invasive images…
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Myanmar leader calls on Japanese firms to invest
Japan has not recognized either the military junta that seized power in the 2021 coup or the current administration…
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Malaysian PM says Myanmar agrees to take 5,000 Rohingya refugees from Malaysia
There has recently been tension between the refugees and local Malaysian communities.
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Kumamoto’s foreign community leans on 2016 lessons after quake
The prefecture's foreign residents checked in with neighbors, translated information and warnings, and helped to secure…
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Japan’s government pension fund gains JGB expertise through active bond funds
The move shows the fund's need to increase its expertise in order to deal with volatility in the nation's debt market.
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Regional confederations criticize FIFA’s plan to sell World Cup stakes
Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter said the World Cup should not become an investment product for private equity with…
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Neymar says time with national team has ‘already passed’
Neymar's international career yielded 80 goals and 58 assists in 130 appearances.
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Kumamoto rallies to reunite lost pets and provide refuge for animals
When natural disasters strike, pets are often among the most vulnerable and overlooked victims.
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Russian athletes falling behind rivals amid ongoing exile from world athletics
Russia last competed at an Olympics under its own flag at the 2016 Rio Games.
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