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Kishida Prize crowns wordsmiths in the theater world
The 70th iteration of the annual Kunio Kishida Prize for Playwriting announces two winners.
Source: The Japan Times
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Culture•
North Korea could ‘get on well' with U.S., Kim says, while spurning South Korea
The North Korean leader's remarks suggest he may be open to a return to talks with Washington as he called Seoul's “appeasement attitude” a "clumsy deceptive farce."
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
Australia's DroneShield benefits from fears over Chinese harassment
Sales pipeline for anti-drone tech is more than 10 times 2025 revenues
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan's number of babies born marks record low for 10th straight year
Faster-than-projected decline in birth rate to force social insurance reform
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Kim Jong Un decries US 'tyranny' but hints at room for improved ties
North Korea doubles down on nuclear portion of 'basic security' at party congress
Source: Nikkei Asia
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CK Hutchison group to sell UK utility for $14bn amid Panama woes
Li Ka-shing family conglomerate 'monetizes' UK Power Networks as it reels from port loss
Source: Nikkei Asia
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US arrests former F-35 instructor for allegedly training Chinese pilots
FBI says the accused taught adversaries 'to fight against those he swore to protect'
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Japan’s births drop to new low for 10th straight year
The number of births came to 705,809 in 2025, hitting a new record low for the tenth consecutive year, preliminary figures by the health ministry showed Thursday.
Source: The Japan Times
Food•
Tokyo's Hot Pot Craze: Sichuan Huoguo
Discover the fiery flavors of Sichuan hot pot, or 'huoguo,' now a popular alternative to Japanese nabe in Tokyo. Experience this tongue-numbing culinary trend during your next visit.
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
Coupang Profit Plummets: What It Means For Travelers
Coupang's profits have fallen sharply after a data breach in South Korea. While recovery is underway, users should be aware of potential security risks when using the platform.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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