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Ransomware cases in Japan hit new high in first half of 2026
Brief from The Japan Times
A total of 123 cases of ransomware attacks were confirmed in Japan in January through June, National Police Agency data on cyberthreats showed.
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Cases of attempted suicide and self-harm rise for seventh straight year
About 120 people a day were transported to the hospital due to self-injury in 2025, according to the Japan Suicide Countermeasures Promotion Center.
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Japan considers accepting foreign workers into security sector
An expert panel will discuss how many foreign workers the security sector will be allowed to accept and which security tasks can be assigned to them.
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New Shinkansen platform vending machine sells local-flavor treats from 127-year-old snack maker
A new way to get your hands on a popular souvenir at Shin Osaka. There’s a good chance you’re in a hurry if you’re about to hop on the Shinkansen. After all, the bullet train network is generally the…
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