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TechnologyJAXA Successfully Launches Observation Rocket from Kagoshima Prefecture; Mission Is Part of Efforts to Develop ‘Detonation Engine’ That Burns Fuel in Space
An observation rocket, S-520 No. 34, was successfully launched at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday from the...
November 14, 2024
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ObituariesSouth Korean Actor Song Jae-lim Found Dead at 39
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Song Jae-lim, a South Korean actor known for his roles in K-dramas "Moo...
November 14, 2024
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Washington PostTheodore Olson, Conservative Lawyer Who Backed Marriage Equality, Dies at 84
Theodore B. Olson, a conservative constitutional lawyer who argued the 2000 Florida vote-recount ...
November 14, 2024
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Washington PostIsrael Prepares Lebanon Cease-Fire Plan as ‘gift’ to Trump, Officials Say
TEL AVIV - A close aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Donald Trump and Jared Kushner ...
November 14, 2024
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RussiaRussian Methane Emissions ‘Greater Than It Reported’; Japanese Satellite Detected Higher Levels In 2009-20
BAKU — Russia’s annual methane emissions were 2.4 times greater than the country reported, Japan’...
November 14, 2024
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Weekly EditionThe Japan News / Weekly Edition (11/15-11/21)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. View t...
November 14, 2024
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Associated PressFor 3rd Straight Year, No Improvement in Earth’s Projected Warming
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — For the third straight year, efforts to fight climate change haven't lowe...
November 14, 2024
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General NewsReactor at Takahama Nuclear Power Plant 1st in Japan to Mark 50 Years Since it Began Operating; Oldest at Nuclear Plant Still Operating in Japan
The No. 1 reactor at the Takahama nuclear power plant in Fukui Prefecture on Thursday marked 50 y...
November 14, 2024
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Yomiuri EditorialSchool Non-attendance Hits Record High: Downward Trend in Age, Longer Absences A Cause for Concern
The number of students chronically absent from school is continuing to rise. Many children have i...
November 14, 2024
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Yomiuri Editorial
Opening of COP29: Trump’s Return to Power Casts Dark Cloud over Decarbonization Efforts
If the United States withdraws from the framework for preventing global warming, the momentum for...
November 14, 2024
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General NewsInjuries Caused by Autumn Deer on Rise at Japan’s Nara Park
Nara, Nov. 14 (Jiji Press)—Incidents of tourists injured by male deer antlers at Japan’s Nara Par...
November 14, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentHayashi: Ishiba Has No Health Issues; Sleeping During Prime Minister Vote Was Due to ‘Cold Medicine’
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba does not have any health problems, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimas...
November 14, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentCDPJ’s Jun Azumi Appointed as Budget Committee Chairperson; 1st Opposition Member to Take Up Post in 30 Years
The House of Representatives on Wednesday appointed Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan lawm...
November 14, 2024
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Crime & CourtsInfluencer ‘Z Ri,’ 4 Other Men Arrested on Suspicion of Home Invasion; Suspect Is Known for Posting about Celebrity Scandals on X
Five men, including a company executive and renowned influencer, who goes by the name “Z Ri” on s...
November 14, 2024
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Politics & Government¥30,000 Benefit Eyed for Low-Income Households as Part of Comprehensive Economic Package; Ruling Parties Also Considering Child Benefits, Gas, Electricity Subsidies
The government and ruling parties have begun coordinating on plans to provide ¥30,000 per househo...
November 14, 2024