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Ichiriki Wins Intl Go Tournament: Victory over Strong Chinese Opponent Signals Start of A New Era
This is a victory that will bring hope to the Japanese world of Go, the traditional board game, which has been put on the back foot due to the rise...
September 14, 2024
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Russia Spreads Disinformation: Democratic Elections Are Being Targeted
The threat of manipulation through the use of disinformation or propaganda to skillfully steer public opinion and the election results of other cou...
September 14, 2024
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LDP Presidential Election Campaign Begins: Discuss Japan’s Course from A Broad Perspective / State What to Protect or Change in National Crises
The declining birth rate, which can be described as a national crisis, has not been halted. Although economic indicators are following a path of im...
September 13, 2024
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Basic Plan for Dementia: Create A More Comfortable Society for Living Together with Patients
With the aging population, it has now reached a stage where no one is unaffected by dementia. It is hoped that efforts will be made to realize a so...
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U.S. Presidential Debate: An Opportunity to Shift from A Battle of Criticism to A New Phase of Debate
Although none of the points scored or gaffes made were sufficient to determine the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, which is expected to ...
September 12, 2024
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Ruling on People Exposed to ‘Black Rain’: Relief Needed for Wide Range of Victims
Seventy-nine years have passed since the atomic bombings, and the victims have aged greatly. The central and local governments need to broadly reco...
September 11, 2024
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Digital Textbooks: Why Is Government Hastily Expanding Their Use?
The learning effects of digital textbooks have not yet become clear. The development of the communications environment is also lagging. Under these...
September 11, 2024
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Chinese Military’s Invasion of Territorial Waters: Selfish Interpretation of Law of the Sea Must Not Be Allowed
Japan’s sovereignty will be disregarded if China’s self-serving claims regarding the sea are left unchecked. The government must take every possibl...
September 10, 2024
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Paris Paralympics End: Interest in Para Sports Should Continue
People in Japan were excited by thrilling come-from-behind victories and unstoppable advances to beat strong opponents. The athletes and spectators...
September 10, 2024
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CDPJ Leadership Election: Can The Party Present Realistic Policies?
The Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan has not yet become an alternative to the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito because the CDPJ has not...
September 9, 2024
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Nippon Steel’s Acquisition Plan: Blocking of Deal by U.S. Govt Would Be Incomprehensible
U.S. President Joe Biden reportedly plans to block the planned acquisition of steel giant U.S. Steel Corp. by Nippon Steel Corp. for security reaso...
September 9, 2024
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Japan-S. Korea Summit Meeting: 2 Countries Should Aim for Relations That Will Not Backtrack
The underlying tone of improvement in Japan-South Korea relations, which had been described as “at the worst level since the end of World War II,” ...
September 7, 2024
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LDP Presidential Election: Issues in Important Policies Have Surfaced in the Race
It is irresponsible to make assertions that seem to overturn the very foundation of discussions already held by the ruling parties. Reform proposal...
September 7, 2024
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Mpox: Support Is Essential for Countries Experiencing Outbreak
A new strain of the mpox (monkeypox) virus, which easily causes severe illness, is spreading rapidly in central Africa. Although this strain has no...
September 6, 2024
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Expressway Tolls: Public Understanding Should Be Premise of Variable Pricing System
Measures to relieve expressway congestion are important for promoting decarbonization and other policies. When introducing a variable toll system, ...
September 6, 2024
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