Japan to allow more coal-fired power to cope with energy shock
Japan is joining other nations that have shifted course to use the dirtiest fossil fuel more in the wake of of the war.
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Japan to allow more coal-fired power to cope with energy shock
Japan Times
Government adopts ¥8.5 trillion stopgap spending package
Parliament is expected to approve the first stopgap budget in 11 years on Monday.
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Government adopts ¥8.5 trillion stopgap spending package
Japan Times
Japan adopts new target for regions to address overtourism
The target is intended to strengthen measures by utilizing revenue from the nation's departure tax, which is set to increase.
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Japan adopts new target for regions to address overtourism
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Pages’ 3-run shot sparks Dodgers’ 8-2 comeback win over Diamondbacks in season opener
Andy Pages hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the fifth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 on Thursday, opening the season with…
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Pages’ 3-run shot sparks Dodgers’ 8-2 comeback win over Diamondbacks in season opener
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Max Verstappen boots reporter from Japanese Grand Prix media session
The Red Bull Racing driver refused to speak to reporters in Suzuka on Thursday until Giles Richards of The Guardian left the room.
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Max Verstappen boots reporter from Japanese Grand Prix media session
Japan Times
What Tokyo can learn from Kyiv’s war experience
The Iran war, like the Russia‑Ukraine war, shows low‑cost unmanned weapons can overwhelm expensive defense systems.
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What Tokyo can learn from Kyiv’s war experience
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Music Awards Japan sets June return in Tokyo
A week of events will precede the June 13 ceremony, which has expanded entries and categories for year two.
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Music Awards Japan sets June return in Tokyo
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Japan to tighten requirements for naturalization starting April 1
The criteria for foreign nationals seeking citizenship will be brought to the level required for permanent residency.
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Japan to tighten requirements for naturalization starting April 1
Japan Times
Japan invites Blanchard to panel in bid to boost global outreach
Sanae Takaichi's administration wants to showcase its so-called responsible fiscal approach, even as it increases spending.
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Japan invites Blanchard to panel in bid to boost global outreach
Japan Times
How Hajime Moriyasu has shaped Samurai Blue in his image
Moriyasu's measured leadership has overseen a period of steady progress for Japan — and raised expectations ahead of this year's World Cup.
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How Hajime Moriyasu has shaped Samurai Blue in his image
Japan Times
Transgender athletes barred from female category events at Olympics
All athletes wanting to qualify or take part in female category events from the LA2028 Olympics onwards will have to undergo an SRY gene test to determine their eligibility.
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Transgender athletes barred from female category events at Olympics
Japan Times
Murakami hits debut homer on historic day of MLB openers
Most clubs began their 2026 campaign on Thursday, with the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers starting their quest for a World Series three-peat at home later against Arizona.
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Murakami hits debut homer on historic day of MLB openers
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Hokkaido city reaches settlement over death of bullied girl
The family of the victim had sought about ¥115 million in damages, claiming the city failed to respond appropriately.
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Hokkaido city reaches settlement over death of bullied girl
Japan Today
Super Mario gang
From left, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Donald Glover, Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Benny Safdie and Keegan Michael Key pose for photographers at the photo call for the film…
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Super Mario gang
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Super Mario gang
From left, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Donald Glover, Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Benny Safdie and Keegan Michael Key pose for photographers at the photo call for the film…
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Super Mario gang
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Man suspected of planting IED at U.S. base has fled to China: FBI
A man suspected of planting an improvised explosive device (IED) at a military base in Florida that hosts US Central Command (CENTCOM) has fled to China, FBI Director…
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Man suspected of planting IED at U.S. base has fled to China: FBI
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Pentagon weighs diverting Ukraine military aid to Middle East, Washington Post reports
The Pentagon is weighing whether to redirect weapons originally meant for Ukraine to the Middle East, as the war in Iran strains supplies of some of the U.S.…
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Pentagon weighs diverting Ukraine military aid to Middle East, Washington Post reports
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Pentagon weighs diverting Ukraine military aid to Middle East, Washington Post reports
The Pentagon is weighing whether to redirect weapons originally meant for Ukraine to the Middle East, as the war in Iran strains supplies of some of the U.S.…
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Pentagon weighs diverting Ukraine military aid to Middle East, Washington Post reports
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Iran starts to formalize its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz with a 'toll booth' regime
Iran appears to be setting itself up as the gatekeeper for the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most important artery for oil shipments. The move could cement Tehran's…
7 hours ago
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Iran starts to formalize its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz with a 'toll booth' regime
Japan Today
Iran starts to formalize its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz with a 'toll booth' regime
Iran appears to be setting itself up as the gatekeeper for the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most important artery for oil shipments. The move could cement Tehran's…
7 hours ago
Japan Today
Iran starts to formalize its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz with a 'toll booth' regime
Japan Today
Padres GM says Yu Darvish went on restricted list to rehab from surgery at his own pace
Yu Darvish is beginning the season on the San Diego Padres ' restricted list because the veteran right-hander wants to proceed deliberately in his recovery from elbow surgery…
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Padres GM says Yu Darvish went on restricted list to rehab from surgery at his own pace
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Padres GM says Yu Darvish went on restricted list to rehab from surgery at his own pace
Yu Darvish is beginning the season on the San Diego Padres ' restricted list because the veteran right-hander wants to proceed deliberately in his recovery from elbow surgery…
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Padres GM says Yu Darvish went on restricted list to rehab from surgery at his own pace
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Foreign-born players in Major League Baseball drops to lowest percentage since 2002
The percentage of players born outside the 50 states in Major League Baseball dropped to its lowest level since 2002 while Japan's 14 were its most since 2010.…
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Foreign-born players in Major League Baseball drops to lowest percentage since 2002
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Foreign-born players in Major League Baseball drops to lowest percentage since 2002
The percentage of players born outside the 50 states in Major League Baseball dropped to its lowest level since 2002 while Japan's 14 were its most since 2010.…
7 hours ago
Japan Today
Foreign-born players in Major League Baseball drops to lowest percentage since 2002