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Japan asks U.S. not to treat it unfavorably under new tariffs
Trade minister Ryosei Akazawa sought assurances from his U.S. counterpart that the latest U.S. tariffs would not disadvantage Japan.
Source: The Japan Times
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As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress
Airline pilots have faced escalating risks in recent years, from drone incursions to flight paths squeezed by conflict. Now U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran are making the skies even…
Source: Japan Today
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Shohei Ohtani lights up social media with viral grand slam at World Baseball Classic
Ohtani drove in five runs during Japan's first game of the 2026 WBC.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nearly 70% of Japanese suspect disinformation is spreading online
The result suggests that concern about the manipulation of information by foreign countries is growing in the country.
Source: The Japan Times
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Defense without U.S. help is a live topic for Canada, Japan and Australia
The leaders of Japan and Canada have agreed to greater defense cooperation as U.S. President Donald Trump raises the pressure on military spending.
Source: The Japan Times
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Uyghur leader looks to Japan's Takaichi to help counter China pressure
Zumretay Arkin warns of waning momentum in Europe; Beijing pushes 'ethnic unity' law
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan's gender pay gap progress slows in 2024; female managers still rare
The pace of closing the gender pay gap among full-time workers in Japan slowed in 2024, with the increase in the ratio of women in managerial positions remaining…
Source: Japan Today
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How to see sumo in Japan and feast like a wrestler: 5 tips for visitors
From tickets to meeting wrestlers, following Ukrainian Aonishiki's ascension and what to watch
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Pakistan seeks Red Sea route for oil after Iran closes Hormuz strait
Islamabad looks to bypass chokepoint, plans to cut fuel usage with working from home
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Global social media bans gain steam with India and Indonesia
Bans in the two countries, with youthful populations and expanding economies, would deal a blow to global online platforms’ long-term growth plans.
Source: The Japan Times
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