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Economy
Weakening Yen Adds Complexity to BOJ’s Rate Hike Decisions; Rising Commodity Prices may Impact ‘Virtuous Cycle’ Efforts
A weaker yen — which will cause prices to rise again due to the increasing cost of commodities — ...
April 27, 2024
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General News
JR Chuo Line Suspended Operation between Mitaka and Kunitachi Stations Due to Accident (Update1)
JR Chuo Line's rapid service has been suspending operation between Tokyo and Takao Stations on bo...
April 27, 2024
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Reuters
South Korea to Consult Naver, after Report Firm Faces Japan Pressure to Divest Stake
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea said on Saturday it will consult with Naver 035420.KS, after media ...
April 27, 2024
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Yomiuri Editorial
New Regulations on Tech Giants: Adverse Effects Caused by Smartphone Oligopoly Must Be Prevented
The question of how to rectify the adverse effects caused by the tech giant oligopoly has become ...
April 27, 2024
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Yomiuri Editorial
Leaks of Specially Designated Secrets: SDF Shows Serious Lack of Awareness on Protecting Classified Security Info
Legislation is currently being discussed to expand the scope of people required to maintain confi...
April 27, 2024
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Associated Press
Shohei Ohtani Responds to Toronto Boos by Hitting 7th Homer as the Dodgers Beat the Blue Jays 12-2
TORONTO (AP) — Shohei Ohtani responded to boos from the Toronto crowd by hitting his seventh home...
April 27, 2024
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Political Cartoons
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April 27, 2024
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Markets
Yen Drops to 158 Range Against Dollar in New York, Hitting Fresh 34-Year Low
NEW YORK — The yen’s exchange rate against the U.S. dollar temporarily dived to the ¥158.40 range...
April 27, 2024
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Washington Post
Black College President Says It’s Time to Fix Black-Jewish Relations
NEW ORLEANS - After two Black celebrities were accused of antisemitism in late 2022, the new pres...
April 27, 2024
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Japan In Focus
Nara: Night at the Museum: World of Kukai Offered in English
A nighttime tour of the special exhibition, “Kukai: The Worlds of Mandalas and the Transcultural ...
April 27, 2024
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Washington Post
Secrets, Lies and Payoffs Laid Bare in Week 1 of Trump Trial Testimony
NEW YORK - Donald Trump fought mightily before and after he was elected president to keep secret ...
April 27, 2024
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General News
Japanese Slow to Resume Foreign Travel as Weak Yen Bites; April Marks 60 Yrs since Nationals Allowed to Sightsee Abroad
April marks 60 years since Japanese people were officially allowed to make pleasure trips abroad....
April 27, 2024
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Imperial Family
Emperor, Empress Attend Midori Prize Ceremony; Applaud Winners for Their Achievements
The Emperor and Empress attended a ceremony for the Midori Prize in Tokyo on Friday. The prize co...
April 27, 2024
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General News
Golden Week Holiday Begins; Over 80% Seats Reserved for Major Airlines
Airports and train stations across the nation were crowded with people heading for their hometown...
April 27, 2024
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Reuters
Paris Organizers Receive Flame in Athens Ahead of Relay
ATHENS (Reuters) - Paris 2024 Olympics organizers on Friday received the Games' flame in a handov...
April 27, 2024