Justice Department handling of Epstein file release sparks backlash
Bipartisan anger over the U.S. Department of Justice's slow release of Jeffrey Epstein documents grew on Monday as lawmakers threatened to launch an effort to hold Attorney General…
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Justice Department handling of Epstein file release sparks backlash
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'Call of Duty' co-creator Vince Zampella killed in car crash
Vince Zampella, the acclaimed co-creator of video gaming juggernaut "Call of Duty," has died in a car crash, gaming giant Electronic Arts confirmed on Monday. He was 55.…
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'Call of Duty' co-creator Vince Zampella killed in car crash
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Japan's labor productivity falls to 28th among OECD countries
The country's per-hour productivity stood at ¥5,720, or $60.1, the survey released Monday showed, based on OECD data.
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Japan's labor productivity falls to 28th among OECD countries
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Jim Beam halts production at key U.S. distillery amid bourbon glut
The brand, owned by Japanese alcohol giant Suntory, said it’s halting whiskey distillation at the James B. Beam campus in Clermont, Kentucky.
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Jim Beam halts production at key U.S. distillery amid bourbon glut
Japan Times
‘60 Minutes’ report on Salvadoran prison pulled from CBS but pops up online
CBS abruptly pulled the segment hours before it was due to air on Sunday evening in the U.S., sparking accusations that the move was politically motivated.
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‘60 Minutes’ report on Salvadoran prison pulled from CBS but pops up online
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How German engineers are building future-proof forests
Forest engineers are working on ways to future-proof forests in North Rhine-Westphalia under a program that includes mixing tree varieties to build resilience.
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How German engineers are building future-proof forests
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UAE president to visit Japan for the first time in 36 years
The United Arab Emirates leader will meet with Emperor Naruhito and attend a state banquet at the Imperial Palace, and he is to hold talks with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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UAE president to visit Japan for the first time in 36 years
Japan Times
Japan adopts local revitalization strategy to help realize a strong economy
The strategy aims to raise labor productivity per person in rural areas to or above that in the Tokyo metropolitan area and Saitama, Chiba and Kanagawa prefectures by 2029.
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Japan adopts local revitalization strategy to help realize a strong economy
Japan Times
Waiting lists for gakudō hoiku after-school facilities shorten after four years
The decline has been attributed to local governments improving such facilities' capacity to accommodate children.
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Waiting lists for gakudō hoiku after-school facilities shorten after four years
Japan Times
Japan aims to take in 1.23M foreign workers under labor migration programs
The number was calculated by estimating labor shortages at the end of fiscal 2028 and subtracting expected gains from productivity improvements and domestic recruitment.
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Japan aims to take in 1.23M foreign workers under labor migration programs
Japan Times
Japan nonprofit provides medical aid on flood-hit Indonesian island
The Association of Medical Doctors of Asia, based in the city of Okayama, sent a medical team earlier this month to provide care in Aceh Tamiang in northern Sumatra.
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Japan nonprofit provides medical aid on flood-hit Indonesian island
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Oil loading in Venezuela slows, more ships make U-turns after new U.S. interceptions
Tanker loading in Venezuela dwindled on Monday, with most ships moving oil cargoes only between domestic ports following U.S. action against two more ships and as state-run energy…
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Oil loading in Venezuela slows, more ships make U-turns after new U.S. interceptions
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Elderly couple die in apparent murder-suicide in home
Police in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, are investigating the deaths of a 90-year-old man and his 85-year-old wife which they believe may have been a murder-suicide.
According to police,…
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Elderly couple die in apparent murder-suicide in home
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Emperor emeritus Akihito turns 92
Emperor emeritus Akihito turned 92 on Tuesday after spending the past year reflecting on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, with his condition stable…
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Emperor emeritus Akihito turns 92
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Gov't eyes capping foreign workers at 426,000 under new training system
The Japanese government said Tuesday it is considering capping the number of foreign workers it accepts under its new training and employment system at around 426,000 in the…
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Gov't eyes capping foreign workers at 426,000 under new training system
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AI cameras speed up alerts on bear sightings in Japan
As bear sightings and attacks continue to unsettle communities, a new AI-powered surveillance system is emerging as a critical tool to help prevent dangerous encounters.
By automatically detecting…
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AI cameras speed up alerts on bear sightings in Japan
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North Korea's Kim Jong Un tours hotels with daughter
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the opening ceremonies of hotels in a tourist zone of the country with his daughter Ju Ae, as he sought to…
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North Korea's Kim Jong Un tours hotels with daughter
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Ring in the New Year with beef sushi
Give your traditional year-end “osechi ryōri” feast a modern twist with these ball-shaped treats.
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Ring in the New Year with beef sushi
Japan Times
Japanese government adopts new cybersecurity strategy
The new system will enable the police, the Defense Ministry and the Self-Defense Forces to work together in neutralizing critical attacks.
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Japanese government adopts new cybersecurity strategy
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Survey shows 98% of struggling families with children experiencing hardship
Asked about the impact of surging prices, respondents said they had become unable to save money, needed to reduce meals, and were limiting utility use.
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Survey shows 98% of struggling families with children experiencing hardship
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Jimenez converts another penalty to give Fulham win over Nottingham Forest
A record-equalling first half penalty from Raul Jimenez gave Fulham a 1-0 win over lowly Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Monday.
The London side sought to…
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Jimenez converts another penalty to give Fulham win over Nottingham Forest
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Jimenez converts another penalty to give Fulham win over Nottingham Forest
A record-equalling first half penalty from Raul Jimenez gave Fulham a 1-0 win over lowly Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Monday.
The London side sought to…
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Jimenez converts another penalty to give Fulham win over Nottingham Forest
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Ralph Fiennes shines in 'The Choral,' a heartfelt WWI drama about the power of music
The best parts of the “Ocean's Eleven” movies aren't the big heists. They're when the crew, that motley assortment of raw talent, is being put together. And that's…
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Ralph Fiennes shines in 'The Choral,' a heartfelt WWI drama about the power of music
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Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to make quick impact and put up big numbers
Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz calls Munetaka Murakami “one of the most prolific power hitters on the planet” and expects the 25-year-old Japanese slugger to make…
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Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to make quick impact and put up big numbers