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System Failures: IT Oligopoly Paralyzes World Computers
The massive system failures that occurred around the world have highlighted the vulnerability of societies that depend on digital technology for t...
July 21, 2024
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China’s Third Plenum: Tightening Controls Will Not Bring Stability
The administration of Chinese President Xi Jinping has once again demonstrated its stance of emphasizing “national security” over the economy. Stab...
July 21, 2024
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Republican National Convention: Did Trump Genuinely Call for Unity?
Did the terrifying experience of being the target of an assassination attempt and narrowly escaping death lead former U.S. President Donald Trump t...
July 20, 2024
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Hyogo Governor’s Scandal: Why Was Whistleblower Given No Protection?
Major questions remain to be answered about the Hyogo prefectural government’s response to an official’s accusations of wrongdoing by the governor...
July 20, 2024
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Infectious Diseases Spreading: Let’s All Get Back into the Habit of Taking Basic Preventive Measures
Various infectious diseases are spreading simultaneously this summer. People may be lowering their guard in terms of washing their hands and other ...
July 19, 2024
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Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting: Protect Maritime Order Through Broad Cooperation
Japan hosted the Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM), inviting the leaders and other officials from 18 countries and regions in the South Pacifi...
July 19, 2024
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Indictment of Ex-chief Prosecutor: Nondisclosure of Information Invites Public Distrust
A former senior official of a public prosecutors office, which holds great authority over investigations, has been indicted for a sex crime.
...July 18, 2024
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Defense White Paper: Prepare for China-Taiwan Tension, Russia-N. Korea Collusion
China is stepping up its coercive pressure on the new Taiwan administration, while military cooperation among China, Russia and North Korea is deep...
July 18, 2024
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False Information Online: Govt Must Ensure Operators Take Effective Countermeasures
The spread online of false information cannot be left unchecked. The government should develop a system to ensure that tech giants thoroughly impl...
July 17, 2024
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Furue Wins Major Title: Victory Shows Japan Female Golfers’ Strengths on World Stage
The brilliant come-from-behind victory was like watching a drama. Japanese female golfers have been on a remarkable rise in recent years. Japanese...
July 17, 2024
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Cyber-attacks: Passive Attitude Cannot Prevent Damage
Cyber-attacks targeting critical infrastructure, such as electric power, telecommunications and port facilities, have been occurring one after anot...
July 16, 2024
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Trump Shooting: Will Violent Attacks Destroy Democracy?
It is astonishing to see bloodshed in the midst of a U.S. presidential election campaign. There is deep concern about an election, the foundation o...
July 16, 2024
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Support for Ukraine: Japan Must Work to Share Roles with NATO
It is significant that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization has pledged to continue providing military and financial support to Ukraine. Japan also...
July 14, 2024
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Elderly with Dementia: Ensure Safety of Seniors by Offering Them Compassionate Help
The number of dementia sufferers reported to police as missing last year totaled 19,000, hitting a record high. Of these people, 70% were found on the...
July 14, 2024
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Food Loss and Waste: Accelerate Efforts to Cut Down on Discarded Food
Japan’s large amount of food loss and waste, or food that is still edible but is thrown away, is a major issue for the country, which has a low rat...
July 13, 2024
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