World Popular Articles
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Govt to Utilize ODA for Ensuring Economic Security; Securing Energy, Critical Minerals Sought
The government will utilize its official development assistance and other support frameworks to b...
March 8, 2026
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Japan-Based USS Tripoli, Marine Unit to Be Sent to Middle East, U.S. Media Report
WASHINGTON — The United States plans to deploy a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship and a Marine C...
March 14, 2026
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Japan’s Defense Ministry: North Korea Appears to Have Fired Ballistic Missile
North Korea fired what appeared to be a ballistic missile, the Defense Ministry said on Saturday....
March 14, 2026
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World Heritage Site in Iran Damaged by U.S., Israeli Strikes; Concerns Rise That Prolonged Fighting Could Lead to Further Damage
The Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Tehran, has been damaged in attacks by U.S. ...
March 8, 2026
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10 Foreign Tourists Sustain Injuries After Fire at Capsule Hotel in Central Seoul; Reports Suggest Evacuation Hindered by Clutter
SEOUL — Nine of 10 foreign guests sustained serious injuries after a capsule hotel in central Seo...
March 15, 2026
US Presidential Election
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US Election: Judge Cancels Court Deadlines in Trump’s 2020 Election Case After His Presidential Win
WASHINGTON (AP) — The judge overseeing Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case canceled an...
November 9, 2024
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US Election: FBI, Justice Department Investigating Racist Mass Texts Sent Following the Election
WASHINGTON (AP) — Several federal and state agencies are investigating how racist mass texts were...
November 9, 2024
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Trump’s Election may Usher in Leadership Change at FBI
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump lavished Christopher Wray with praise when he named him FBI direct...
November 9, 2024
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US Election: A Texas Border County Backed Democrats for Generations. Trump Won It Decisively
RIO GRANDE CITY, Texas (AP) — Jorge Bazán's family has lived on the U.S.-Mexico border for genera...
November 9, 2024
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US Election: The US Election was Largely Trouble-Free, But a Flood of Misinformation Raises Future Concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — A relatively trouble-free presidential election was good news for those working...
November 9, 2024
Asia-Pacific
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10 Foreign Tourists Sustain Injuries After Fire at Capsule Hotel in Central Seoul; Reports Suggest Evacuation Hindered by Clutter
SEOUL — Nine of 10 foreign guests sustained serious injuries after a capsule hotel in central Seo...
March 15, 2026
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Japan’s Defense Ministry: North Korea Appears to Have Fired Ballistic Missile
North Korea fired what appeared to be a ballistic missile, the Defense Ministry said on Saturday....
March 14, 2026
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Govt to Utilize ODA for Ensuring Economic Security; Securing Energy, Critical Minerals Sought
The government will utilize its official development assistance and other support frameworks to b...
March 8, 2026
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South Korea Tightens Rules on Foreigners Buying Homes in Seoul Metro Area
SEOUL — With housing prices continuing to rise in South Korea, President Lee Jae Myung’s administ...
March 1, 2026
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Nepal Bus Crash Kills 19 People, Injures 25 Including One Japanese National
NEW DELHI — A bus heading to Kathmandu fell from the road in Dhading District, central Nepal, in ...
February 24, 2026
US & Canada
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Japan-Based USS Tripoli, Marine Unit to Be Sent to Middle East, U.S. Media Report
WASHINGTON — The United States plans to deploy a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship and a Marine C...
March 14, 2026
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U.S. Senate Resolution Backs Japan, Condemns China’s Pressure
WASHINGTON (Jiji Press) — Bipartisan U.S. senators on Wednesday introduced a resolution expressin...
December 18, 2025
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U.S. State Department Releases Statement on Newly Elected LDP President Sanae Takaichi
WASHINGTON — The U.S. State Department released a statement about Sanae Takaichi, the former econ...
October 5, 2025
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Trump Surprised at Ishiba’s Resignation
WASHINGTON (Jiji Press) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday he was “a little bit surprised”...
September 8, 2025
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MAGA Leader Steve Bannon Says ‘1st Island Chain’ Set by China Is Major Strategic Focus for U.S., in Interview
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump’s former close aide Steve Bannon told The Yomiuri Shimbu...
July 30, 2025
Europe
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Zelenskyy Thanks Japan’s New Prime Minister Takaichi for Attending Coalition of the Willing Meeting Online
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who attended the C...
October 25, 2025
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Ukrainian Chef to Offer Borscht Made with Vegetables from Former Minefield; Hopes to Expand Awareness of Mine Victims, Recovery Efforts
LONDON — A famous Ukrainian chef is visiting Japan in conjunction with the Ukraine Mine Action Co...
October 20, 2025
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NATO Tested by Russian Drone Intrusion into Poland, Says Polish Ambassador to Japan
The intrusion of Russian military drones into Polish airspace on Sept. 10 was a violation of inte...
September 22, 2025
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Japan to Aid Ukraine with Remote-Controlled Heavy Machinery for Debris Removal, Facilitate Safe Operation
Japan plans to support the removal of debris in Ukraine by using remote-controlled heavy machiner...
September 9, 2025
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Trade Regulations for Eels Proposed by CITES for Sustainability Reasons as Japan Argues Restrictions Would Affect Imports
GENEVA — All eel species, including Japanese eels, should be subject to international trade regul...
August 28, 2025
Russia
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Russia: Visa Required for Visiting Graves in Northern Territories, Lifting of Sanctions Also Necessary
The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Monday that obtaining a Russian visa would be required for f...
February 3, 2026
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Moscow Court Rules ICC President Akane, Others Guilty
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — A court in Moscow handed down guilty rulings to nine people including Tomoko...
December 14, 2025
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Japan to Close All 6 Economic Centers in Russia
Tokyo, Sept. 10 (Jiji Press)—The Japanese government said Wednesday that it plans to close all of...
September 11, 2025
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Israel Faces Backlash at Home and Abroad over Gaza War Escalation Plan
JERUSALEM, Aug 8 (Reuters) - Israel's security cabinet approved a plan to take control of Gaza Ci...
August 9, 2025
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Buried Occupation Diary Becomes Ukrainian Author’s Last Work; In “I Transform,” Volodymyr Vakulenko Records Life during Russian Aggression
KYIV, Ukraine — Monday marked three years since Russia started its aggression in Ukraine. With Ru...
February 25, 2025
Wider World
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World Heritage Site in Iran Damaged by U.S., Israeli Strikes; Concerns Rise That Prolonged Fighting Could Lead to Further Damage
The Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Tehran, has been damaged in attacks by U.S. ...
March 8, 2026
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Ukrainian Ambassador Closely Watching Japan’s Revision of Defense Export Rules, Hopes for Future Arms Support
Ukrainian Ambassador to Japan Yurii Lutovinov says his country is closely monitoring discussions ...
February 23, 2026
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China, India Tapping into Promising African Market; Beijing Announces Tariff Cuts, Both Countries Aim to Expand Exports
DURBAN, South Africa — China and India are keen to tap into the African market, which has a high ...
February 22, 2026
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Ukrainian Ambassador Calls on Japan to Provide Air Defense System Support, Apply More Pressure on Russia
Tuesday will mark four years since Russia’s aggression against Ukraine began, yet prospects for p...
February 22, 2026
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Israeli Ambassador to Japan Speaks about Japan’s Role in the Reconstruction of Gaza
Israeli Ambassador to Japan Gilad Cohen spoke about Japan’s expected role in the reconstruction o...
February 6, 2026
Global
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Japan, Qatar Ministers Agree on Need for Stable Energy Supplies; Motegi, Qatari Prime Minister Al-Thani Affirm Commitment to Cooperation
Talks between Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Ab...
January 14, 2026
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10 Universities in Japan, South Korea, Mongolia to Establish Academic Community to Promote ICC Activities, Rule of Law
Ten universities in Japan, South Korea and Mongolia will soon establish an academic community to ...
January 11, 2026
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Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi Posts on X about U.S. Attack on Venezuela, Neither Supporting Nor Criticizing Move
After the U.S. attack on Venezuela, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi wrote on X on Sunday that Japan...
January 5, 2026
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No Japanese Casualties Reported After Attack on Venezuela; Japan Citizens There Urged to Avoid Nonessential Outings
No injuries to Japanese nationals had been confirmed in Venezuela as of Saturday night after the ...
January 4, 2026
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Japan, Thailand to Report Climate Credit Sharing to U.N. after Japanese Tech Helps to Cut Thailand’s Emissions
p>BELEM, Brazil — Japan and Thailand have agreed to report to the United Nations that Japan will rec...
November 12, 2025
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