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Asia-PacificVietnam: Nation named among top destinations for digital nomads by Canadian magazine
Vietnam has been listed in the world’s top 10 destinations for digital nomads by Canadian magazine T...
February 25, 2022
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Associated PressFor Taiwan, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine feels far away
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — As Russia presses ahead with its attack on Ukraine, many analysts and internet...
February 25, 2022
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Europe120 Japanese nationals still in Ukraine
About 120 Japanese nationals are still believed to be in Ukraine, according to the Japanese Foreign ...
February 25, 2022
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MarketsJapan pump price hits 13-year high
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The average retail price of regular gasoline in Japan as of Monday rose ¥0.6 fr...
February 25, 2022
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Yomiuri Editorial
Russia must pay heavy price for Ukraine invasion / Outrageous act undermines U.N. Charter
Russia has launched a military offensive against Ukraine. This is clearly an invasion that tramples ...
February 25, 2022
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Political SeriesInvisible threats / Inherent risks in Japan’s overreliance on overseas for drugs
This is the third installment in a series that explores Japan’s vulnerabilities in areas including t...
February 25, 2022
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Asia-Pacific
China alarmed over U.S. move to regulate export of advanced tech
The United States and its allies, including Japan, are considering the creation of a multilateral fr...
February 25, 2022
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EuropeUkrainians protest in Tokyo over Russian invasion
About 100 including young Ukrainians gathered at Hachiko Square at Tokyo’s Shibuya Station on Thursd...
February 25, 2022
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Europe
Unity of Japan, U.S., Europe to be tested
Ignoring repeated warnings from the international community, Russia has invaded Ukraine. Why was it ...
February 25, 2022
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Politics & Government
Japan to aid universities seen making world-leading findings
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The Japanese government adopted legislation on Friday to recognize and financia...
February 25, 2022
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ReutersRussia cracks down on home front as its troops invade Ukraine
MOSCOW (Reuters) — Police on Thursday detained more than 1,600 Russians who protested against Russia...
February 25, 2022
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ReutersUkraine envoy to Japan requests more munitions to defend against Russian missiles
TOKYO (Reuters) — Ukraine’s ambassador to Japan said on Friday his nation needs more anti-aircraft m...
February 25, 2022
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Other SportsYusuke Azuma: Influential teenage game-changer
At the tender age of 18, Yusuke Azuma joined baseball star Shohei Ohtani and other notables on Forbe...
February 25, 2022
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Other SportsNot all fun and games for pro e-sports players
Becoming a professional e-sports player has become a dream job for many children today. The Yomiuri...
February 25, 2022
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Associated PressWorld leaders slap sanctions on the Kremlin over invasion
BRUSSELS (AP) — World leaders Thursday condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as “barbaric” and quic...
February 25, 2022