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Renho suffers upset loss in CDP Tokyo chapter leadership race
The 58-year-old member of the House of Councillors was defeated by Yuji Kawana, 66, a member of the Musashino city…
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Trump says U.S. and Nigerian forces 'eliminate' senior Islamic State leader
President Donald Trump announced that U.S. and Nigerian forces have eliminated a senior Islamic State leader. The…
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Two more teens arrested over robbery-murder in Tochigi Prefecture
Two additional teenagers have been arrested in connection with a robbery and murder case in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.…
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U.K.’s split-screen moment lays bare struggle to adapt to Trump
The U.K. faces challenges in adjusting to the unpredictable nature of Donald Trump's political style and foreign…
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Jerome Powell: Fed chair who stood up to Trump set to finish tenure on top
Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve chair, is nearing the end of his tenure with his reputation strengthened despite…
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Acid attack in Indonesia evokes brutality of Suharto era
The brutal ambush of an outspoken military critic led to four arrests, but activists say that more were involved.
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Takaichi vows support for wage hikes at May Day event
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's Minister of Economic Security, pledged government support for wage increases during a May Day…
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New Zealand officials reject statue remembering Japan's comfort women
New Zealand officials have rejected a proposal to install a statue commemorating the 'comfort women' who were forced…
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Inside Ukraine's drive to defeat the dreaded Shahed drone
The pioneering low-cost, long-range attack drones designed by Iran have become the scourge of Ukraine, with Russia…
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Kirishima back at <i>ōzeki</i> in sumo’s latest <i>banzuke</i> rankings
Kirishima has been reinstated as an ōzeki in sumo's latest banzuke rankings following a strong performance in recent…
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UAE exit blindsides OPEC and threatens to shake its grip on oil
The UAE's unexpected decision to exit OPEC has caught the organization off guard and could undermine its influence…
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Steelers place rare contract tender on Aaron Rodgers
If Aaron Rodgers plays another season, the Steelers want to make sure it's with Pittsburgh.
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Atomic bombing exhibition opens at U.N. headquarters as NPT is under review
An exhibition on the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki has opened at United Nations headquarters in New York.…
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Iwate wildfire starting to be brought under control, authorities say
A wildfire in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, is beginning to be brought under control, according to local authorities.…
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Man acquitted over 1986 murder seeks state compensation
Shoshi Maekawa, 60, was acquitted in a retrial in August 2025.
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China-U.S. tensions build over Iran and AI before Trump meets Xi
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are headed toward a summit next month with a shared desire to stabilize ties. That calm is…
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As some hijabs come off in Iran, restrictions stay in place
In Iran, some women have begun removing their hijabs in public as a form of protest against mandatory dress codes,…
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Replace fixtures too when switching to LED lighting, safety watchdog urges
Over 50 cases reported to the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation in the 10 years until 2025 involved…
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North Korea’s Ukraine war lessons reshaping calculus on Korean Peninsula
North Korea is reflecting on lessons learned from the Ukraine war, which are influencing its strategic calculations on…
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Most prediction market traders are losing money while bots rack up gains
Many human traders in prediction markets are losing money, while automated bots are consistently generating profits.…
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Trump administration fires entire National Science Board
The Trump administration has dismissed all members of the National Science Board, which oversees the National Science…
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Lower House approves bills to raise out-of-pocket costs for OTC-like drugs
Under the new system 25% of the prices of OTC-like drugs will be added to out-of-pocket costs from March 2027, aside…
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Gourmet capital Kyoto now has six three-Michelin-starred restaurants
Kyoto has solidified its status as a premier culinary destination with six restaurants now holding the prestigious…
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Australia and Japan tighten regional energy security coordination amid Mideast crisis
Australia and Japan are enhancing cooperation on regional energy security in response to disruptions caused by the…
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Japan industry group warns of war’s impact on supply of thinners
There are no shortages now, but the prolonged conflict in the Middle East could affect supplies in the future, the…
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Trump’s family and friends help revive a former Balkan pariah
Milorad Dodik, the former president of the Serb half of Bosnia-Herzegovina, is benefiting from the Trump family's…
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Google inks deal allowing Pentagon to use AI models for classified work
A reported agreement requires the tech giant to help adjust its AI safety settings and filters at the government's…
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North Korean executions rose dramatically during COVID-19, report shows
A report indicates that North Korea significantly increased the number of public executions during the COVID-19…
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Toyota-backed startup begins 'flying car' test flights in New York
A Toyota-backed startup has begun test flights of its 'flying car' in New York, marking a significant step in urban…
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Murakami blasts three-run homer to spark White Sox rally past Angels
The seventh inning homer helped lift the Chicago White Sox to an 8-7 victory against the skidding Los Angeles Angels…
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‘Straight to Hell’ gets stuck in purgatory
The article critiques the TV show 'Straight to Hell,' suggesting it fails to meet expectations despite its provocative…
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Nippon Express shares make record jump as Elliot takes stake
Nippon Express shares surged to a record high following the announcement that activist investor Elliott Management has…
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South Korea passes U.K. to become world’s eighth-largest stock market
The total market capitalization of Korean-listed companies has surged more than 45% this year to $4.04 trillion, while…
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Man United close in on Champions League spot but still work to do, manager says
The club's interim manager Michael Carrick says they must keep pushing to finish as high up the Premier League table…
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Israel using water access as 'weapon' in Gaza, report says
A report alleges that Israel is using access to water as a weapon in its conflict with Gaza. The claim highlights the…
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99 accused in Japan in international crackdown on child sexual abuse material
Of the 99 people, 25 are junior high school and high school students involved in cases including sharing explicit…
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Zoo employee admits to burning wife’s body in incinerator
A zoo employee in Japan has admitted to burning his wife's body in an incinerator after her death. The incident…
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Indonesian police charge 13 in daycare abuse scandal
Those in custody — 11 childcare workers, as well as the headmaster and the head of the foundation that ran the daycare…
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Philippine museum brings deadly and lucrative galleon trade to life
Museumgoers will starting May 1 be able to walk on the deck of a full-size replica of a Spanish galleon that was built…
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Bank of Japan holds rates steady despite weak yen
The war in Iran was a factor in keeping the policy rate at 0.75% at the April meeting.
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Xi tests China’s reach by blocking already-done Meta deal
China has blocked Meta's acquisition of a facial recognition startup, despite the deal already being completed. The…
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Nations meet to discuss fossil fuel exit as Iran war drives up prices
Countries are meeting to discuss transitioning away from fossil fuels amid rising energy prices triggered by…
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Head of U.S. military in South Korea calls for ‘kill web’ linking Seoul, Tokyo and Manila
The head of U.S. military forces in South Korea has proposed the establishment of a 'kill web' to enhance military…
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Japanese public wants energy-saving as Takaichi holds back
The Japanese public is showing strong support for energy-saving measures amid concerns over power supply and…
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War hastens an Indonesian biofuels push that has global stakes
Indonesia is accelerating its biofuels program as global energy demands and the war in Ukraine reshape energy markets.…
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Joshua to make comeback fight in Riyadh in July before facing Fury
Former world heavyweight boxing champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have signed up for a long-awaited clash later…
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Apple and Google crushed California bill helping smaller rivals
A California bill aimed at supporting smaller tech rivals has been defeated due to lobbying efforts from major…
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Elon Musk trial against Sam Altman to reveal OpenAI power struggle, jury is seated
Elon Musk is suing Sam Altman and OpenAI over allegations that the company strayed from its original mission of…
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U.S. and Iran clash at U.N. after Tehran gets nuclear nonproliferation role
The nuclear issue has been at the heart of the war between Iran and the U.S. and Israel, with U.S. President Donald…
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Trump being ‘humiliated’ in Iran talks, Germany’s Merz says
German politician Friedrich Merz criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump, claiming he was being 'humiliated' in…
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