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CompaniesJapan to Construct Country’s First 3D-printed Train Station; JR West Picks Unmanned Station in Wakayama Prefecture
For the first time in the country, 3D printer technology will be used to construct a new building...
March 13, 2025
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Defense & SecurityFormer U.S. Natl Security Advisor Warns China, Russia Polarizing Democratic Societies; Ishiba Says Japan Taking Measures to Work with Like-Minded Nation
Herbert Raymond McMaster, the former national security advisor during U.S. President Donald Trump...
March 13, 2025
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Politics & GovernmentJapan Eyes Doubling Food Industry’s Overseas Profits; Govt Likely to Aim for ¥3 Trillion Level by 2030
The government plans to include in its Basic Plan for Food, Agriculture and Rural Areas a goal to...
March 12, 2025
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EconomyU.S. Raps Japan over Rice Tariff
WASHINGTON (Jiji Press) — The United States on Tuesday criticized Japan over its tariff on rice i...
March 12, 2025
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CompaniesNissan to Overhaul Management, but Uphill Struggle Still Expected; Will Young CEO Lead Rejuvenation of Automaker?
With the appointment of Ivan Espinosa, a Mexican citizen, as the new president of Nissan Motor C...
March 12, 2025
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Japan In Focus‘Dinosaurs’ Race Through Snowy in Nagano Town; Costumed Spectacle Meant to Promote Local Revitalization
IIZUNA, Nagano — Sixty seven runners in colorful dinosaur costumes raced through the snow in Iizu...
March 12, 2025
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CompaniesNew Yomiuri Group Company Certified as Holding Firm for 4 Broadcasters in NTV Network, Raising Hopes for Better Content
Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Seiichiro Murakami on Tuesday certified a new compan...
March 12, 2025
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Yomiuri EditorialBill to Reform Science Council of Japan: Enhance Transparency of Activities through Incorporation
The Science Council of Japan (SCJ) should increase the transparency of its activities as long as ...
March 12, 2025
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Washington PostSuit-Shaming: Washington’s New Favorite Diss
In the Western world, some garments are meant to be seen only in the singular, to set their weare...
March 12, 2025
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Yomiuri Editorial
Music Copyrights: Balance Should Be Struck between Use and Protection
For the development of music culture, it is important that many people become familiar with music...
March 12, 2025
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Washington PostA New Role for the South Lawn of Trump’s White House: Tesla Car Lot
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday afternoon climbed into a cherry-red Tesla Model S, admirin...
March 12, 2025
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Defense & SecurityJapan’s Cabinet Approves Gen. Kenichiro Nagumo as Head of New SDF Joint Command Set to Launch at End of March
The government approved the assignment of Lt. Gen. Kenichiro Nagumo to the post of commander of t...
March 12, 2025
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Washington PostDisabled Americans Fear Losing Protections If States’ Lawsuit Succeeds
Jennifer Kucera has a form of muscular dystrophy that limits her ability to move. Daily caregiver...
March 12, 2025
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Washington PostTrump Trade War Confounds CEOs, Deepening Economic Unease
U.S. President Donald Trump faced more than 100 top business leaders Tuesday, as executives plead...
March 12, 2025
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Politics & GovernmentJapan PM: Great East Japan Earthquake Reconstruction Projects to Increase in Scale; Ishiba Aims Create Innovation Hub in Fukushima Pref.
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced Tuesday he plans to increase the scale of the reconstruct...
March 12, 2025