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Can Ishiba's 'joyful Japan' policy revitalize the nation's rural regions?
The prime minister may be taking cues from the mistakes of past efforts, but ultimately, even the best rural revitalization plan is tough to realize in practice.
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Musk debuts Grok-3 AI chatbot to rival OpenAI, DeepSeek
Grok-3 beats its rivals across math, science and coding benchmarks, the chatbot's developer says.
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Three hotel staffers found dead after going missing in Fukushima mountains
The three men were found collapsed in the snow near the hot spring source at around noon on Tuesday.
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Iran mulls moving capital to 'lost paradise' on southern coast
Tehran is experiencing traffic snarls, water shortages, resource mismanagement, extreme air pollution and subsidence.
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Monk in chaplain training urges people to face death and live life
There is a deep-seated idea in Japan that a monk being seen at a hospital is a bad omen, as their presence reminds patients and medical staff of death.
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Delta plane flips upside down in Toronto crash, injuring 18
Three people on flight DL4819 from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport suffered critical injuries, among them a child.
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Deadline for Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon expires
Israeli troops had started withdrawing from some border villages, but they seemed poised to stay in key areas.
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Europe talks up more defense spending as Ukraine peacekeeper plan divides
The leaders also said they were ready to provide security guarantees to Kyiv "depending on the level of American support."
Asia/Pacific news from Japan Times
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French carrier group chief draws lessons from first Pacific deployment in 60 years
The deployment helped deepen the French Navy's operational understanding of the region, and learn from and boost interoperability with partner nations, a top commander says.
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Taiwan considering multibillion dollar arms purchase from U.S., sources say
Taipei is hoping to win support from the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump as China continues to apply military pressure on the island.
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Taiwan bounty hunters kill invading iguanas as numbers soar
Taiwan began culling iguanas nearly 10 years ago and this year's target has been set at more than 100,000.
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Singapore says Asia now views U.S. as a ‘landlord seeking rent’
The image of the U.S. as a liberator has changed, Singapore Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen says in remarks prepared for the Munich Security Conference.
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U.S. drops website wording on not supporting Taiwan independence
The page has also added a reference to Taiwan's cooperation with a Pentagon technology and semiconductor development project.
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China will have to hit back at U.S. ‘bullying,’ Beijing's top diplomat says
Still, Foreign Minister Wang Yi sought to take a broader view of relations, expressing confidence that the two countries will remain engaged long into the future.
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China accuses Australia of deliberate provocation in South China Sea
Australia defends its patrol after China condemns its actions in disputed waters, calling the mission a lawful operation.
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China rights monitors suspend work and lay off staff amid U.S. aid freeze
The groups are key to documenting a yearslong crackdown by President Xi Jinping on minorities, rights defenders and lawyers.
Culture news from Japan Times
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'Mornings Without Mii': A cozy cat memoir that gets down in the muck
Mayumi Inaba’s 1999 memoir charts the course of the author’s 20-year relationship with her calico cat, Mii.
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Kunichika's vibrant ukiyo-e gets a chance to shine at anniversary exhibit
An underappreciated ukiyo-e master is the focus of the largest-ever retrospective of his work in Japan, marking the 190th anniversary of his birth.
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Nariaki Obukuro found his groove — just not on the dance floor
A J-pop insider’s shift to soul, reggae and flamenco reflects his personal growth, time spent in London and current events.
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'Laugh, Everyone!’: A wonky but endearing double act
Taichi Suzuki’s comedian buddy movie walks a fine line between funny and bleak.
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‘Kanasando’: Heartwarming homecoming inspires a change of heart
Tadanobu Asano shows a vulnerable side of his tough-guy image while playing a dementia-afflicted father reconnecting with his daughter in Toshiyuki Teruya’s film.
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The different faces of ‘Asura’ through the generations
While Hirokazu Kore-eda’s new series meticulously remakes a classic NHK drama, this reinterpretation tweaks the story to give its female characters more agency.
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Miniatures bring hidden worlds to life at Tokyo cultural site
A set of dolls from the late Edo Period is among the items on display on the premises of Hotel Gajoen Tokyo.
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‘The Hot Spot’: Close encounters of the mundane kind
Japanese dramas have been taking bolder risks recently, and Bakarhythm’s new sci-fi series surprises by centering its high-concept ideas on trivial occurrences.
Sports news from Japan Times
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Canada downs Finland to set up ice hockey grudge clash against U.S.
Canada's players said Monday they were relishing the chance of another crack at the Americans after an ill-tempered tussle on Saturday.
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For the Mets, Kodai Senga is the ultimate X factor
It’s easy to forget just how good the right-handed Senga was in the last several months of 2023, his rookie season.
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Nielsen eyes mentality shift in first outing as Nadeshiko boss
Japan will make its fourth appearance in the SheBelieves Cup, and is pitted against Australia, Colombia and the host, the United States.
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British Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas to retire at end of season
Thomas won the Tour de France in 2018, after securing gold for Britain in the team pursuit in the 2008 and 2012 Olympics.
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Pressure on Postecoglou eases as Tottenham avoids 'car crash' against United
The Australian has been under intense pressure with his injury-hit team languishing in the lower reaches of the league table and bowing out of both domestic cups last week.
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Team Shaq claims victory in NBA’s new All-Star Game format
Curry was named MVP of the All-Star Game, the second time he has received the accolade after winning the honor in 2022.
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Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies 10 days after fall during race
He was treated on the track before being transferred by air ambulance to Cork University Hospital, where he was place in an induced coma.
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Seven more women accuse Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of sexual misconduct
Tucker has strongly denied wrongdoing both in a post on X and in a formal statement via his attorneys.
Life news from Japan Times
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Fresh off awards, Japanese cheese seeks a taste ‘unique to this land’
A growing number of Japanese cheesemakers are gaining international recognition, and some are aiming for a new frontier of flavor.
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Chewing on race, culture and 'okonomiyaki' quesadillas
Kiera Wright-Ruiz’s debut cookbook serves up deep thoughts on her biracial heritage alongside delicious recipes.
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Cut and dried daikon: A time-tested frugal treat
Take some sting out of inflation by stocking up on this preserved radish you can serve in stews and salads.
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Alpha Takahashi: ‘The world of video games was tied to my upbringing’
The Tokyo-born actor has voiced Psylocke in Marvel Rivals, Hanako Arasaka in Cyberpunk 2077 and many more since breaking into the industry in 2013.
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New street patrol helps Nara's deer clean up their act
Garbage dropped by tourists can pose a serious risk to Nara's famous deer, but a new group is cleaning up the town.
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How to tell if what you're hearing is true (or just sounds like it is)
Some Japanese grammatical terms signal uncertainty, and that is when you need phrases to help you get to the truth of the matter.
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Got a digital crush this Valentine's? Beware of scams, says Meta.
At a Feb. 12 briefing, Meta outlined a recently disrupted romance scam that originated in Cambodia and targeted people in Chinese and Japanese languages.
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DEI, woke and 'forest bathing': When a direct translation just won't cut it
Take a three-step approach that includes context and nuance when describing buzzwords and complicated terminology.
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