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Prudential Life Insurance posts 12.6% profit dip after employee fraud
It came to light in January that more than 100 former and current employees had fraudulently received about ¥3.1…
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Morgan Stanley hires SocGen’s former head of Japan regional bank sales
Naoyuki Kumon left Societe Generale earlier this year and started at Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities this week to work…
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The Japan Times Destination Restaurants が今年の受賞レストランを発表
The Japan Times has announced the winners of this year's Destination Restaurants awards. The Restaurant of the Year…
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DIY and lifestyle store Hands exits Shibuya after 48 years
DIY and lifestyle store Hands has closed its location in Shibuya after 48 years of operation. The store was known for…
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Actor files lawsuit against TikTok operator over AI-generated voice use
An actor has initiated legal action against the operator of TikTok, alleging unauthorized use of their AI-generated…
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Knicks sweep Cavs to make first NBA Finals since 1999
The 37-point defeat was the Cavaliers' largest ever in a playoff home game.
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Pope says AI should be ‘disarmed’ to avoid dominating humanity
Pope Francis has called for artificial intelligence (AI) to be 'disarmed' to prevent it from dominating humanity. He…
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Working-class Rayo Vallecano defies the odds to contest first European final
From the narrow streets of Vallecas to a European final in Leipzig, Rayo Vallecano has turned a season of conflict and…
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Spain leaves out Real Madrid players as Barcelona dominates World Cup squad
Spain's national soccer team has announced its World Cup squad, notably excluding players from Real Madrid. In…
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Taiwan drone exports soar on Ukraine war
Taiwan's drone exports have significantly increased due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This surge reflects a…
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Imai combines with relievers for MLB’s first no-hitter since 2024
Tatsuya Imai (2-2) walked four batters and struck out two over a career-high six innings.
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Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan
The ongoing conflict in Iran is exacerbating food insecurity in Sudan, where many are already facing hunger. The war…
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Japan slips to world’s no. 3 creditor behind Germany and China
Japan has fallen to the position of the world's third-largest creditor, overtaken by Germany and China. This shift…
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Former execs of AI developer Alt found guilty of window dressing
Katsuya Asai, 46, and Takayuki Ariizumi, 53, were given suspended prison sentences, and the Tokyo-based company was…
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Hiroshima atomic bomb museum to be reservation-only from Aug. 8 to 16
The Hiroshima atomic bomb museum will implement a reservation-only policy from August 8 to 16. This decision aims to…
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TSMC’s relentless rise powers Taiwan’s market value above India
Taiwan's market value has surpassed that of India, largely driven by the growth of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing…
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Japan cable maker rout exposes cracks in AI infrastructure rally
Fujikura almost halved in value in the week through May 20 as investors rushed to dump its stock following a…
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SpaceX debut draws a crowd, but few recent hot IPOs outpace the market
The space exploration company is expected to target a $1.75 trillion valuation, but an analysis shows there is no…
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Ebola patients flee in attacks on Congo health facilities, hobbling response
Attacks on health facilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have hindered efforts to control an Ebola outbreak.…
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Carney warns of ‘dangerous bluff’ in Alberta vote, citing Brexit
Mark Carney has expressed concerns about the upcoming Alberta vote, likening it to the uncertainties seen during…
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The changing face of Japan’s consumer electronics industry
A new wave in the 'Made in Japan' home appliances sector is seeing companies from other industries enter the market…
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U.S. attacks missile sites in Iran, despite ceasefire
The U.S. has conducted airstrikes on missile sites in Iran, despite an ongoing ceasefire. This action raises concerns…
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Iran’s top envoys discussing potential peace deal with Qatar PM, official says
The talks focused primarily on the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium, as well as frozen…
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Israel will intensify Lebanon strikes amid U.S.-Iran deal talks
Israel plans to escalate its military operations in Lebanon as discussions regarding a potential U.S.-Iran deal…
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Lavrov tells Rubio to evacuate U.S. diplomats, citizens from Kyiv
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has urged U.S. Senator Marco Rubio to evacuate American diplomats and citizens…
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Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe arrested for allegedly assaulting daughter
Shinnosuke Abe, the manager of the Japanese baseball team Giants, has been arrested on allegations of assaulting his…
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Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance
Takaichi has announced a supplementary budget of $19 billion aimed at stimulating the economy. She reassured investors…
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Remains of 193 Japanese war dead added to National Cemetery
The remains of 193 Japanese war dead have been added to the National Cemetery in Japan. This addition is part of an…
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Nikkei 225 stock average tops 65,000 for first time
The Nikkei 225 stock average has surpassed 65,000 for the first time in history. This milestone reflects a significant…
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Japanese tanker Idemitsu Maru arrives in Aichi after exiting Strait of Hormuz
The Japanese tanker Idemitsu Maru has successfully arrived in Aichi after navigating through the Strait of Hormuz.…
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NTT Docomo sells Tokyo land plots for ¥59 billion, joining boom
NTT Docomo has sold land plots in Tokyo for ¥59 billion, reflecting a growing trend in the real estate market. This…
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Rubio says U.S. will find ’another way’ if Iran talks fail
U.S. President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social over the weekend that the U.S. blockade on Iran would remain 'until…
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Toshifumi Suzuki, pioneer of Japanese convenience stores, dies at age 93
Toshifumi Suzuki, a key figure in the development of Japanese convenience stores, has passed away at the age of 93. He…
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China’s Huawei reveals chip design breakthrough amid U.S. sanctions
Huawei has announced a significant advancement in chip design despite ongoing U.S. sanctions. This breakthrough could…
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Teachers struggle to support children who refuse to attend school
Teachers in Japan are facing challenges in supporting children who refuse to attend school. The issue has become…
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Woman accused of murder in Hokkaido girl’s fall from bridge pleads not guilty
Another accused of conspiring in the murder is currently serving a 23-year sentence.
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Nidec boss hints at more M&A deals once scandals abate
Nidec's CEO has indicated that the company is considering more mergers and acquisitions once current scandals are…
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Victor Wembanyama leads way as Spurs rout Thunder to even series
San Antonio pulled even at 2-2 in the best-of-seven series, with Game 5 on Tuesday in Oklahoma City, and Game 6 back…
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Mysterious odor at luxury mall in Ginza leaves at least 15 feeling unwell
Police and the Tokyo Fire Department are investigating the cause of the odor.
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Father still searching for answers 29 years after Kobe child murders
For 70-year-old Mamoru Hase, whose son was one of two elementary schoolchildren killed by a 14-year-old boy in 1997,…
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Arrest warrant issued for man suspected of Hyogo mother-daughter murder
Kenji Oyama, 42, emerged as a suspect based on forensic analysis and security camera footage from around the scene.
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Japan bond yield surge widens regional bank stock divide
When lenders have holdings that are vulnerable to higher yields, they're punished by investors for the unrealized…
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Xi strongly criticized Takaichi over Japan’s ‘remilitarization’ during Trump summit
Xi Jinping has expressed strong criticism towards Takaichi over Japan's remilitarization during a summit with Donald…
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Drone games put Ukraine’s best military pilots to the test
Drone technology has transformed the war in Ukraine, with enemy soldiers fearful of young men using video game…
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Sakura Internet eyes more spending to meet AI data center demand
The data center operator is eyeing an allocation of as much as ¥20 billion to ¥30 billion ($125 million to $190…
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Even at home, American shoppers are flocking to Japanese supermarkets
American consumers are increasingly turning to Japanese supermarkets for their shopping needs. This trend reflects a…
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School raises rights and dignity awareness through sexuality education
Guidelines from UNESCO and others outline eight key concepts of comprehensive sexuality education, including…
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Taiwan urges $630 billion asset management industry to scale up
Taiwan is encouraging its $630 billion asset management industry to expand. The government aims to enhance the…
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Dread and denial at heart of deadly Congo Ebola outbreak
Many in the outbreak's epicenter are split between criticism of the government's response and denial of the disease's…
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With ice cream and giant fans, hajj pilgrims battle searing heat
Hajj pilgrims are coping with extreme heat during their religious journey. Many are using ice cream and large fans to…
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