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Politics & GovernmentJapan Database Planned of Digitally Savvy Personnel; Meant to Eliminate Regional Gaps in Digital Transformation
The communications ministry plans to create a database of digitally savvy human resources to help...
November 25, 2024
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Crime & CourtsFormer Lawmaker Akimoto Denies Accepting Bribes
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Former lawmaker Masatoshi Akimoto on Monday pleaded not guilty to charges o...
November 25, 2024
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Defense & SecurityJapan to Develop New Radar System for Hypersonic Missile Interception; Aiming by FY29, Utilizing Domestic Technology
The Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA), an external bureau of the Defense Ministry...
November 25, 2024
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ElectionsEx-Deputy Mayor Certain to Win Nagoya Mayoral Election
Nagoya (Jiji Press)—Ichiro Hirosawa, former deputy mayor of Nagoya, the capital of Aichi Prefectu...
November 25, 2024
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BaseballEx-ace Masahiro Tanaka, Tohoku Rakuten Eagles Part Ways
Veteran right-hander Masahiro Tanaka, facing a massive pay cut from the Tohoku Rakuten Eagles, as...
November 25, 2024
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Yomiuri EditorialSeismic Breakers: Device Should Be Used to Prevent Electrical Fires
In the event of an earthquake, fires caused by damage to electrical wiring are more likely to occ...
November 25, 2024
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Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: Can Change in U.S. Administration Prevent Situation from Getting Worse?
The administration of outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden has no momentum, and the incoming adminis...
November 25, 2024
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MuseumsBackground Art From ‘The Boy and the Heron’ on Display at Studio Ghibli Museum; Features 120 Drawings for Film Directed by Hayao Miyazaki
The background art from Studio Ghibli's animated film "Kimitachi wa Do Ikiru ka?" (The Boy and th...
November 25, 2024
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General NewsMaking of Iburigakko Smoked Pickled Daikon Radish Reaches Busiest Time of Year in Akita Pref.
A woman works in a smoking hut with hundreds of daikon radishes hanging from the ceiling in Yokot...
November 25, 2024
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Imperial FamilyWake Held for Princess Yuriko at Her Residence; Imperial Family Members, Govt Officials in Attendance
A wake was held for Princess Yuriko of Mikasa in the main hall of the princess’ residence in Mina...
November 25, 2024
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Travel SpotsKyoto Temple Enjoys Delayed Peak Viewing for Autumn Leaves
Visitors stroll under trees with peak autumn colors at Sanzen-in temple in Kyoto. The ancient cap...
November 25, 2024
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Donald Keene’s LegacyTokyo Exhibition Explores Yukio Mishima, Donald Keene friendship; Organized by Gakushuin Women’s College Students
An exhibition to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the first meeting between Japanese literary ...
November 25, 2024
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Associated PressStolen Shoe Mystery Solved at Japanese Kindergarten When Security Camera Catches Weasel in the Act
TOKYO (AP) — Police thought a shoe thief was on the loose at a kindergarten in southwestern Japan...
November 25, 2024
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Associated PressLeft-wing Opposition Candidate Wins Tight Presidential Election in Uruguay
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Uruguay's leftist opposition candidate, Yamandú Orsi, claimed victory ...
November 25, 2024
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Associated PressIsrael Says Rabbi Who Went Missing in the UAE Was Killed. the Government Arrests 3
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel said Sunday that the body of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi who went mi...
November 25, 2024