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Africa’s business capital is on the brink of financial collapse
Africa's business capital is facing a severe financial crisis that could lead to collapse. Economic instability and…
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Nikkei Stock Average tops 65,000 for first time
The Nikkei Stock Average has reached a historic milestone by surpassing 65,000 points for the first time. This…
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New Zealand to ease golden visa investment criteria to allow philanthropy
Demand for New Zealand's golden visa — which offers residency in exchange for investments — has been strong since the…
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As bee population collapses, U.S. apiarists fear research cuts
The decline in the bee population has raised concerns among U.S. apiarists regarding potential cuts to research…
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Japan regulator urges firms to use cash for growth, not returns
Shifting more of the country's wealth held by businesses and households to fund expansion is a key pillar of Prime…
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On London’s streets, facial recognition tests the balance between security and liberty
Facial recognition technology is being tested on the streets of London, raising concerns about the balance between…
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Turkish police force ousted opposition out of headquarters as crisis deepens
Ankara's governor ordered the eviction of those inside the Republican People's Party's headquarters after a court…
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Philippine building collapses, trapping at least 30 people
High temperatures and the lack of proper equipment are hampering the rescue effort.
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Kimi Antonelli benefits from George Russell’s misfortune to win Canadian GP
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli increased his lead over George Russell from 18 to 43 points after five grands…
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China launches crewed space flight as part of moon ambitions
China has launched its Shenzhou-23 crewed spaceflight mission, which is part of its broader ambitions for lunar…
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Novak Djokovic gets past tricky opponent to begin French Open campaign
Novak Djokovic successfully began his French Open campaign by defeating a challenging opponent. The match showcased…
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He told his wife he was ‘coming home.’ Then he disappeared.
One family's search reveals Japan's growing crisis of dementia-related disappearances.
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Japanese listed firms log record net profits in 2025
Japanese listed companies have reported record net profits for the year 2025. This significant financial achievement…
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Police obtain arrest warrant for man in Hyogo murder case
The man's whereabouts are unknown, a situation prompting the Hyogo Prefectural Police Department to launch an open…
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Japan imperial couple likely to visit Kumamoto in September
During an envisaged two-day visit, the emperor and the empress are expected to inspect progress in reconstruction…
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China coal mine blast tests limits of Xi’s energy security push
A recent coal mine blast in China has raised concerns about the effectiveness of President Xi Jinping's energy…
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Pilgrims from the West flock to hajj despite Mideast war
For many, the chance to perform the sacrosanct Muslim rite has taken precedence over the fears of instability caused…
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Dozens feared trapped after building collapses in Philippines
A building has collapsed in the Philippines, leading to fears that dozens of people may be trapped inside. Rescue…
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California seeks novel solution as chemical tank heats up, risking catastrophe
Evacuation orders remained in place for an area covering tens of thousands of people in the Garden Grove suburb of…
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Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
Japan's trade minister engaged in brief discussions with his Chinese counterpart amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions.…
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Surging Knicks beat Cavs to move to brink of NBA Finals
The New York Knicks achieved a significant victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, bringing them closer to the NBA…
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Philippine leader’s state visit to Japan to focus on shoring up defense ties
Energy security will also be on the agenda for Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s trip to Tokyo — the first…
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Japan’s automotive industry is driving — slowly — toward a greener future
While major carmakers have committed to cut emissions, the industry's slow shift to EVs means that it faces a high…
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Iran switches World Cup base from U.S. to Mexico
Iran has decided to change its World Cup base from the United States to Mexico. This decision comes as part of the…
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In first for Japanese, Tao Okamoto shares Best Actress award at Cannes
Okamoto shared the honor with Belgium's Virginie Efira for their roles in the drama 'All of a Sudden' by Japanese…
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Gael Monfils thankful to have inspired other Black tennis players
Former women's world No. 1 Naomi Osaka, who was part of the celebrations, hailed Monfils for his role in growing the…
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Origin of crab walk dates back some 200 million years
The crab walk, a unique locomotion method, has origins tracing back approximately 200 million years. This evolutionary…
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North Korea’s Naegohyang FC ready to take on world after winning Asian crown
Naegohyang Women's FC beat Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1-0 in the final in the South Korean city of Suwon, thanks to captain…
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Oleksandr Usyk survives scare from Rico Verhoeven to retain heavyweight titles
Oleksandr Usyk successfully defended his heavyweight titles against Rico Verhoeven in a closely contested match.…
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Indonesia plans to beat global trading giants at their own game
Under a surprise plan, the country will take control of exports of the country's major commodities — a sweeping move…
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls associate EU membership proposal ’unfair’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticized the European Union's proposal for Ukraine to join as an…
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Police, security forces swarm White House area after shots fired
Police and security forces responded to reports of shots fired in the vicinity of the White House. The area was…
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Barbaric tastes: The pickled Portuguese dish that won over Japan
A refreshingly piquant bite for increasingly warm days, this medley of Portuguese and Japanese flavors works as both…
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What I ate at SoNoMa, Kyoto’s newest fine-dining restaurant
At SoNoMa, chef Kyle Connaughton filters Kyoto fine dining through a distinctly Californian sensibility.
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Trump says framework of Iran deal ’largely negotiated,’ with provision to reopen strait
Former President Trump stated that the framework of the Iran deal has been largely negotiated. He mentioned a…
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China coal mine blast kills at least 90, more missing
At least 123 people were also sent to hospital for treatment, four of whom were in critical or severe condition, state…
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Nordic noir meets Japanese occult in ‘Blood and Sweat’
The Finnish-Japanese coproduction evolves from a classic detective drama into a fun, pulpy thriller, blending Japan's…
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Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
Japan's trade minister recently engaged in brief discussions with his Chinese counterpart amidst ongoing diplomatic…
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Death toll jumps to at least 82 in China coal mine blast
A coal mine explosion in China has resulted in a significant increase in the death toll, now reported at 82. Rescue…
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Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
The article analyzes the current state of the conflict involving Iran and the Trump administration's approach. It…
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U.S. arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says
Acting U.S. Navy Secretary Hung Cao told a Senate panel hearing that arms sales to Taiwan were paused to make sure…
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New Zealand to invest in drones and fleet to shield maritime routes
Defense Minister Chris Penk said the government will invest in two types of drones: one for the southwest Pacific and…
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The Asian workers keeping Greenland in business
Greenland's economy relies heavily on Asian workers who fill critical roles in various sectors. These workers…
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SpaceX’s Starship flight hits most targets in pre-IPO test
SpaceX's Starship flight successfully completed a series of pre-IPO tests, achieving most of its targeted objectives.…
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Trump tells Kevin Warsh to do ‘own thing’ as Fed chair sworn in
Warsh, who has promised the biggest shakeup in decades at the U.S. central bank, was sworn into office Friday in a…
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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s top U.S. intelligence official
Gabbard cited her husband's battle with bone cancer, but a source familiar with the matter said that she had been…
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Chinese missiles and robots find warm welcome in EU’s backyard
If the European Union has a red line in Serbia's relationship to China, President Aleksandar Vucic may be getting close.
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Trump to make foreign nationals leave U.S. to apply for green cards
The change could have far-reaching ramifications for legal immigration amid President Donald Trump's sweeping crackdown.
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U.S. weighs chip tariffs to spur domestic growth, trade chief says
The U.S. is considering implementing tariffs on semiconductor chips to promote domestic manufacturing. The trade chief…
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