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The teen says her decision to move aboard is about growth and broadening her horizons.
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Japan’s core machinery orders fall 9.4% in March
Private-sector orders excluding those for ships and power equipment, closely watched as a leading indicator of…
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Mizuho Bank to acquire stake in Rakuten Bank
The two megabanks will work together in services for corporate clients, aiming to bolster their earnings from lending…
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Prabowo’s biggest crackdown on tycoons shocked his own officials
A surprise move by President Prabowo Subianto to centralize Indonesia's commodity exports has rattled markets and…
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Ex-Japan Post worker arrested over alleged bribery case
Nobuyuki Yoneda allegedly received cash and other benefits from a contractor in exchange for facilitating a…
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Koeda says BOJ should keep hiking rate at appropriate pace
Koeda was among those who voted with the majority in favor of holding settings steady at the last policy meeting on…
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Xi may visit North Korea as early as next week, Yonhap says
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit North Korea as early as next week. This visit could signify a…
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Iran’s threat to Strait of Hormuz submarine cables
Iran's threat to impose 'permits' on submarine fiber-optic cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz 'calls…
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Mori Building employees wounded in Shanghai restaurant attack
Several employees of Mori Building were injured in a violent incident at a restaurant in Shanghai. The attack has…
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Unification Church liquidator begins accepting victim claims
The Unification Church's liquidator has started accepting claims from victims. This move is part of the ongoing…
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Novak Djokovic hoping to turn back clock at French Open
Novak Djokovic is aiming to reclaim his past glory at the French Open. The seasoned player is focused on leveraging…
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Samsung reaches 11th-hour deal with union to avoid strike
Samsung Electronics has reached a tentative pay deal with its union, avoiding a potential strike. The agreement was…
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Foreign business owners face frantic scramble to leave Japan amid tiger visa rules
Stricter criteria for the business manager visa has left many owners, some of whom have been in Japan for decades, out…
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SpaceX IPO filing lays bare losses and Musk control as it stakes future on AI
Much of its outlook relies on SpaceX dominating technologies and markets that do not yet exist — from Mars missions to…
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Trump’s $1.776 billion ’weaponization’ fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough
Congressional Democrats have derided the so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund as a slush fund to steer taxpayer dollars…
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Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers plans to retire after 2026 NFL season
Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has announced his intention to retire after the 2026 NFL season. This decision…
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Trump says he’ll speak to Taiwan leader, calling democratic island a ‘problem’
Former President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to speak with Taiwan's leader, describing the democratic…
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Magyar, Tusk tout Hungary’s return to Europe in post-Orban era
Hungary's political landscape is shifting as leaders Magyar and Tusk emphasize the country's reintegration into Europe…
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Sturdy Tanpopo is a ‘dandy lioness’
Tanpopo, a resilient and spirited cat, is described as a 'dandy lioness' due to her strong personality. She is…
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Britain clinches $5 billion Gulf trade deal in shadow of Iran war
The deal with the Gulf Cooperation Council comes after U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran prompted Iranian attacks on…
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Japan tourism declines in April after record
The number of international visitors fell 5.5% to 3.69 million in April year-on-year, the Japan National Tourism…
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Dodgers sneak past Padres in 9th, move atop NL West
Freddie Freeman homered twice as Los Angeles won for the sixth time in seven games.
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Japan says it has enough power to meet scorching summer demand
Households and businesses won't be asked to conserve power, as all regions are expected to have ample supply,…
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Japan to sell eels bred in captivity in ’world first’
Japan has announced it will begin selling eels bred in captivity, marking a significant milestone in aquaculture. This…
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Hall linked to Buddhist saint Kukai burns down on Miyajima
A hall associated with the Buddhist saint Kukai has been destroyed by fire on Miyajima Island in Japan. The cause of…
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Possible fatal bear attack reported in mountains of western Tokyo
If confirmed, the incident in the mountains of Okutama would mark Tokyo's first recorded fatal bear attack since at…
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Asian countries boost Ebola precautions after WHO declaration
Officials say the likelihood of local transmission remains low, and no cases have been publicly confirmed in Asia.
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Japanese garden designer wins silver-gilt medal at British flower show
A Japanese garden designer has been awarded a silver-gilt medal at a prestigious British flower show. This recognition…
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Unification Church liquidator begins accepting victim claims
The Unification Church liquidator has started accepting claims from victims. This move comes as part of the ongoing…
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Injuries dampen excitement for wide-open Emperor’s Cup race
The Emperor's Cup race is facing challenges due to injuries among key competitors. This has led to a decrease in…
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Installation delays and price hikes hit air conditioners just before summer
Fears of naphtha shortages and a smaller labor force mean those buying a new air conditioner may pay more than last…
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List of Hiroshima A-bomb victims given airing
The register lists the names, ages and dates of death for 349,246 individuals confirmed to have died as of Aug. 5 last…
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Mother and daughter found dead in Hyogo Prefecture home in apparent stabbing
A mother and daughter were found dead in their home in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, in what appears to be a stabbing…
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Indonesian authorities target critics via online disinformation campaigns: Amnesty
Indonesian authorities are reportedly using online disinformation campaigns to target critics, according to a recent…
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Knicks rally from 22-point deficit to stun Cavs in overtime
The comeback was the biggest fourth-quarter comeback in a playoff game since April 2012.
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U.S. indicts seven Chinese over shipping container conspiracy
The U.S. has indicted seven Chinese nationals in connection with a conspiracy involving shipping containers. The…
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50% of Japan’s bank deposits held in greater Tokyo area
The combined deposits in the capital and Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba prefectures stood at ¥523.1 trillion as of March…
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Putin arrives in China for Xi talks with gas project on agenda
Putin has arrived in China for discussions with Xi Jinping, focusing on a gas project. This meeting is part of ongoing…
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Thailand cuts visa-free stays, citing crime by foreigners
Tourism is vital to the Southeast Asian nation's economy, but foreign arrivals have yet to return to their pre-Covid…
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LDP calls for mandatory acquisition of My Number cards
There would be no penalty for noncompliance, according to the proposal compiled by the Liberal Democratic Party's…
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Taiwan leader says ’foreign forces’ cannot decide island’s future
The remarks came days after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested arms sales to Taiwan could be used as a bargaining…
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Crackdown in Southeast Asia pushes scam networks to Sri Lanka
Since the start of the year, police have arrested more than 1,000 foreign nationals, mainly from China, Vietnam and…
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Two courts find February’s Lower House election constitutional
Two courts have ruled that the February Lower House election in Japan was constitutional. This decision comes amid…
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WTO chief urges Japan to lead the charge in reforming its rules
The WTO chief has called on Japan to take the lead in reforming global trade rules. This appeal comes as the…
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Magnitude 5.9 quake strikes Kagoshima
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Kagoshima, Japan. The quake occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers.…
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DBJ to strengthen its investment operations
DBJ is set to enhance its investment operations to better support economic growth. The initiative aims to streamline…
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How BYD gets an edge from ships that brave war, outrun storms
BYD is leveraging its shipping capabilities to maintain a competitive edge in the automotive market. The company…
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Spying scandal rocks soccer as Southampton expelled from world’s richest match
Middlesbrough has now been reinstated and will face Hull City at Wembley on Saturday for the chance to win promotion…
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Female death row inmate sues Japan government over 24/7 surveillance
A death-row inmate says she's been surveilled 24/7 for 24 years. Now, she's suing the Japanese government for a breach…
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Itochu expands healthcare business with takeover of AirLife’s sales
The move comes as Japan's trading houses cement healthcare as a key pillar of their businesses, placing it alongside…
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