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Three more arrested over January’s suitcase robbery in Tokyo
The three men are believed to have close ties with major crime syndicates.
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Paris sumo tournament should deepen existing ties and open up new frontiers
The Paris sumo tournament aims to strengthen existing relationships and explore new opportunities in the sport. This…
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Scientists find yeast in ancient Iceman’s guts — and make bread
Scientists have discovered yeast in the gut of Ötzi, the ancient Iceman, who lived over 5,000 years ago. This finding…
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U.S. tariff threats give Lula a new election attack on Bolsonaro
U.S. tariff threats have provided Brazilian President Lula with a new opportunity to criticize former President…
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Lebanon launches safety audit of Middle East Airlines amid pilot groups’ complaints
The audit puts scrutiny on the Beirut-based flag carrier, which has kept the country connected through war and…
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SoftBank among the bidders for Blackstone’s Japanese payment firm
Japan's cashless payments market has expanded for more than a decade as consumers who once overwhelmingly favored…
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Portugal carries hot streak and baggage into Ronaldo’s sixth World Cup
Portugal enters Ronaldo's sixth World Cup with a strong performance history. The team is looking to build on their…
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Matt Olson’s homer breaks tie to boost Braves over Blue Jays
The Blue Jays had tied it 2-2 in the top of the second on an opposite-field homer to right field by Kazuma Okamoto,…
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Japan weighs stricter age verification for social media users
Japan is considering implementing stricter age verification measures for social media users. This move aims to enhance…
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Thailand references Japan in boosting its community-based elderly care
Thailand is looking to Japan for inspiration in enhancing its community-based elderly care system. The initiative aims…
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China extends outbound investment curbs to individual investors
The new rules, released Monday by China's cabinet, broadened the definition of 'investors' to include individual…
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Cannabis use grows among young people in Japan, especially in Tokyo
Cannabis use among young people in Japan is on the rise, particularly in Tokyo. This trend raises concerns about…
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Trump’s Netanyahu problem is latest key hurdle to Iran deal
U.S. President Donald Trump is projecting confidence on making a deal with Iran. Israel's own objectives underscore…
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Knicks aim to end 53-year title drought against Spurs in NBA Finals
The Knicks have powered their way to their first Finals appearance since 1999, winning 11 straight games and posting…
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Between restraint and red lines, Malaysia navigates China’s gray-zone pressure
Malaysia is currently balancing its diplomatic relations with China amid increasing gray-zone pressures. The country…
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North Korea slams U.S. remarks comparing South to ’dagger’
U.S. Gen. Xavier Brunson made the comments in an interview as speculation builds that Washington may seek to expand…
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Shadow of war looms large over French Open as semifinal lineup takes shape
The French Open is approaching its semifinal stage amid a backdrop of geopolitical tensions. Players are preparing for…
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The LDP wants another coalition partner. Will it happen?
The Liberal Democratic Party floated the idea of inviting the Democratic Party for the People to join the ruling bloc.
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Migrant journeys in focus ahead of pope’s visit to Spain’s Canary Islands
The pope will spend the final two days of his trip to Spain on the islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife, where he will…
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Takaichi calls for cooperation at meeting with leaders of island nations
Takaichi called for enhanced cooperation during a meeting with leaders of island nations. The discussions focused on…
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Four bodies found off Kanagawa coast
Police are investigating whether a car and a pair of shoes found on a nearby bridge are related to the bodies, which…
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Toilet-maker Toto hikes capital expenditures to meet AI demand for its ceramics
Toilet-maker Toto is increasing its capital expenditures to adapt to the rising demand for AI-driven ceramics. This…
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Keiko Fujimori: Peru’s biggest political loser eyes election win
Keiko Fujimori, a prominent figure in Peruvian politics, is preparing for another presidential run despite previous…
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Japan’s cabinet public affairs secretary launches X account
Japan's cabinet public affairs secretary has launched an account on X, the social media platform. This move is part of…
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U.S. military says it has ‘defeated’ Iran missile and drone attacks in Gulf
The U.S. military has announced the successful interception of missile and drone attacks launched by Iran in the Gulf…
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Tropical Storm Jangmi slams Japan, triggering flood alerts and disrupting transportation
Tropical Storm Jangmi has hit Japan, leading to significant flood alerts across the region. The storm has also caused…
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At least 23 killed in Russian attack, Ukrainian president says new assault possible
A recent Russian attack has resulted in the deaths of at least 23 individuals, according to the Ukrainian president.…
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Yen back at ¥160 to the dollar about a month after massive intervention
The Japanese yen has returned to the exchange rate of ¥160 against the US dollar approximately one month after…
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Paris Saint-Germain edges Arsenal for second consecutive Champions League title
Paris Saint-Germain has won its second consecutive Champions League title by defeating Arsenal. The match showcased…
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U.S. and Japan defense chiefs agree to accelerate missile coproduction
A key focus of the meeting was a Japanese proposal known as 'Operation Supercharge,' designed to accelerate joint…
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Fifth high school boy arrested in Tochigi robbery-murder case
The 18-year-old student allegedly used a communication app to introduce the boy, 16, to another, despite knowing he…
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China is building launchpads near its nuclear missile silos
The scale of the construction points to a sweeping expansion of hardened infrastructure designed to protect and…
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U.S. judge freezes Trump ’slush fund’ for allies
The decision is another setback for one of President Donald Trump's most politically explosive second-term initiatives.
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Russian Oreshnik missile fired in January was nine years old, Ukrainian experts say
The Oreshnik, which Russia first used against Ukraine in 2024, is a nuclear-capable missile with a range of over…
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Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from U.S.
The proposed new thresholds were revealed to automakers during two days of bilateral talks to revise the…
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Japan used record $73.6 billion to support yen over past month
Finance Ministry data for the month from April 28 to Wednesday showed a total intervention of ¥11.73 trillion ($73.6…
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Mogami frigate talks anchor first Japan, Australia, N.Z. trilateral defense chiefs’ meeting
The three nations' first such meeting signaled the emergence of a new regional security format as they explore a…
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Myanmar’s junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China
Myanmar's junta chief, who has recently assumed the presidency, is traveling to India. This visit is significant as it…
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Toyota to pull plug on next-gen EV development
Toyota has decided to halt the development of its next-generation electric vehicles (EVs). This decision comes as the…
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Iran’s strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium
Iran's nuclear negotiations are heavily influenced by its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. This enriched uranium…
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Hegseth hints Japan must ramp up defense spending even more
Hegseth suggests that Japan should increase its defense spending further. This recommendation comes amid ongoing…
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Trees taking drastic measures to survive climate-driven heat
Countless trees across Europe's forests are adopting drastic — and often fatal — strategies to survive worsening heat…
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Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive
Trump has reiterated the importance of establishing clear red lines in negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program.…
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N.Z. to decide on Japan’s Mogami frigates by end of 2027, defense chief says
New Zealand Defense Minister Chris Penk highlighted interoperability with Australia as a key factor in the ongoing…
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Few Japan firms take steps toward economic security, government paper finds
Only about 30% of Japanese companies have taken substantive measures to ensure economic security, such as diversifying…
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Prices for over 1,000 food items in Japan set to rise in June
Seasoning accounted for the largest share of products set to see higher prices, followed by processed food.
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Sakanaction’s overseas breakthrough came from a viral dance meme
A video of an Indonesian preteen dancing on a boat became the unlikely springboard for Japanese rockers Sakanaction to…
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Japan voices concern over rice imports in white paper
Private-sector rice imports experienced a sharp increase after retail prices roughly doubled year on year in May 2025.
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BOJ will probably raise rates in June, former board member says
The central bank's policy will fall into a state of being behind otherwise, says Makoto Sakurai, who served on its…
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Labor shortage fuels ramp-up of humanoid robot development
The ongoing labor shortage is driving increased development of humanoid robots. Companies are investing in robotics to…
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