TOKYO — Japan and India on Saturday decried remarks by President Biden describing them as “xenophobic” countries that do not welcome immigrants, which the president said…
In the ever-evolving arena of international diplomacy, recent events at the United Nations have brought to light a critical impasse: Russia’s veto of a resolution…
Tokyo, Japan – When Japanese book publisher Kadokawa announced last year it would publish a translation of Abigail Shrier’s Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing…
The inauguration of the world’s most powerful fusion machine brings the dream of clean, safe and abundant power closer. By Gareth Willmer In the eastern…
According to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, Japan’s arms imports surged by 155% in the 2019-2023 period compared to the…
Under Japanese law it's long been illegal for spouses to use different surnames.In fact, it's the only country in the world that still enforces such a…
Manila, Philippines – Against a backdrop of rising tension in the South China Sea between Beijing and Manila, the leaders of Japan, the Philippines and…
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessSakana AI, a Tokyo-based startup founded by former Google researchers, is capitalizing on a surge in interest among Japanese firms seeking to…
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessUS President Joe Biden is set to unveil joint military patrols and training with the Philippines and Japan as the allies seek…
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden praised Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s “bold leadership” on a series of global crises as he welcomed the Japanese leader to the…
United States President Joe Biden has welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to the White House, with an upgrade in defence ties topping the agenda.…
Desperate for some communication from her three abducted children, Izumi quickly opened an envelope that had arrived in the mail.Inside were a series of photos…
In short: Japan's future involvement in the trilateral defence partnership between Australia, the US and the UK is being considered.China is "gravely concerned" about Japan becoming…
Japan, India reject Biden comments describing them as xenophobic
TOKYO — Japan and India on Saturday decried remarks by President Biden describing them as “xenophobic” countries that do not welcome immigrants, which the president said…
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Saturday 4 May Greenery Day in Japan
Also known as Arbor Day or 'Midori no Hi', this national holiday in Japan began life as a non-holiday. The Japanese holiday law states that a day…
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Photos: May Day rallies across Asia demand improved labour rights | Workers’ Rights News
Workers and activists have taken to the streets across Asia as the world marks May Day. Rallies took place in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and…
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Veto Sparks Space Diplomacy – Modern Diplomacy
In the ever-evolving arena of international diplomacy, recent events at the United Nations have brought to light a critical impasse: Russia’s veto of a resolution…
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In Japan, book criticising trans ‘craze’ sparks rare culture-war skirmish | LGBTQ News
Tokyo, Japan – When Japanese book publisher Kadokawa announced last year it would publish a translation of Abigail Shrier’s Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing…
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Why is Japan’s yen so weak against the US dollar? | Financial Markets
The weakness of the Japanese yen is in the spotlight again after its latest tumble in value. On Monday, the currency sank to 160.17 against…
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Japan’s yen plunges to lowest level against the dollar since 1990 | Business and Economy
Japanese currency sinks to 160.17 per dollar, the lowest since April 1990. The Japanese yen has slumped to a 34-year low against the United States…
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Fusion-energy quest makes big advance with EU-Japan reactor
The inauguration of the world’s most powerful fusion machine brings the dream of clean, safe and abundant power closer. By Gareth Willmer In the eastern…
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Shohei Ohtani wants to break Dave Roberts’ Dodgers home run mark
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani holds the Major League Baseball record for the most home runs hit by a Japanese-born player. He does not, however, hold…
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Japan’s Growing Imports of Weapons:Facing a New Threat Matrix
According to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, Japan’s arms imports surged by 155% in the 2019-2023 period compared to the…
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Why Japan is the only country where married couples must have the same surname
Under Japanese law it's long been illegal for spouses to use different surnames.In fact, it's the only country in the world that still enforces such a…
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Marcos Jr treads fine line with China as Philippines deepens US, Japan ties | Business and Economy News
Manila, Philippines – Against a backdrop of rising tension in the South China Sea between Beijing and Manila, the leaders of Japan, the Philippines and…
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Japan, Philippines, US rebuke China over ‘dangerous’ South China Sea moves | Politics News
Meeting in Washington, DC, the leaders of Japan, the Philippines and the US stress importance of abiding by maritime law. The leaders of Japan, the…
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Google Alums Go Big in Japan With Months-Old Startup Sakana AI
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessSakana AI, a Tokyo-based startup founded by former Google researchers, is capitalizing on a surge in interest among Japanese firms seeking to…
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US Ramps Up Ties With Japan, Philippines to Counter China at Sea
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessUS President Joe Biden is set to unveil joint military patrols and training with the Philippines and Japan as the allies seek…
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Biden praises Japan prime minister’s leadership, nation’s rising clout
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden praised Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s “bold leadership” on a series of global crises as he welcomed the Japanese leader to the…
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Biden, Japan leader Kishida announce stronger defence ties in state visit | South China Sea News
United States President Joe Biden has welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to the White House, with an upgrade in defence ties topping the agenda.…
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Japan set to finally allow joint custody but some parents hold little hope of seeing their children
Desperate for some communication from her three abducted children, Izumi quickly opened an envelope that had arrived in the mail.Inside were a series of photos…
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Australia, US and UK confirm Japan could be brought into AUKUS fold on eve of Kishida’s Washington visit
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Stronghold gets trainer D’Amato and jockey Fresu in Kentucky Derby
The field for the Kentucky Derby firmed up Saturday on the last day of major prep races and, despite some doubts, California will have a…
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