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Japan Brushes Aside US Treasury Calls to Raise Interest Rates
Asharq Al-Awsat
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August 16, 2025
Japan's government on Friday brushed aside rare and explicit comments from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent who said the Bank of Japan was “behind the curve” on policy, which appeared to be aimed at pressuring the country's central bank into...
Japan's hard-won status as peace promoter tested 80 yrs after WWII
The Mainichi
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August 16, 2025
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba delivers an address at a memorial ceremony for war dead at the Nippon Budokan arena in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on Aug. 15, 2025. (Mainichi/Kentaro Ikushima) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's role as a peace promoter faces...
Japanese entrepreneur bottles up ‘healing’ waters of ancient springs
The Times
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In Japan, if one is stressed or troubled, a time-honoured cure is to head to an onsen, a hot spring, and have a soak in the company of strangers. Until now, the joy of Japan’s native spa culture could be enjoyed only in one of the 3,000 onsen...
Japan Protests to S. Korea Over Marine Survey Near Takeshima Islands in Japan’s Territorial Waters
The Japan News
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August 16, 2025
Yomiuri Shimbun file photo The Foreign Ministry in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo The Yomiuri Shimbun 14:54 JST, August 16, 2025 Japan protested to South Korea over what appeared to be unauthorized marine research conducted by South Korean vessels within...
Japan – TANAKA Holds Press Conference to Commemorate Its 140th Anniversary
Web NewsWire
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August 16, 2025
TANAKA Holds Press Conference to Commemorate Its 140th Anniversary Group CEO Koichiro Tanaka and Other Speakers Share TANAKA’s Future Outlook and Diverse Range of Products and Solutions likewise Exhibited TOKYO, Aug 15, 2025 – (JCN Newswire)...
Japan startup recreates newborn baby head scent as perfume to soothe stressed parents
The Mainichi
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(Getty Images) TOKYO -- A venture company originating from Kobe University has recreated the "pleasant scent" that wafts from babies' heads as a perfume and commercialized it. According to Scent Fest Co., smelling this scent evokes the gentle...
Japan lodges protest with S. Korea over marine survey near disputed islets
The Mainichi
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August 16, 2025
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is seen in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward in this file photo taken on Nov. 13, 2024. (Mainichi) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese Foreign Ministry said Saturday it has lodged a "strong protest" with South Korea over suspected...
Scientists sound alarm about unprecedented conditions in the Amazon: 'Should be taken seriously'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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August 15, 2025
Many places across the globe are experiencing drought-like conditions, some more severe than others, and the Amazon experienced one of the most severe. According to Mongabay, a UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and U.S. National...
Buzzing with interest: Bugs are popular pets in nature-loving Japan
Altoona Mirror - Pennsylvania
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Asahi Yamauchi, 4, looks at a beetle and plays at an exhibition devoted to insects on July 31 in Tokyo, Japan. The Associated PressTOKYO — The pet of choice in Japan, as much as cuddly kitties and playful puppies, is the humble bug. The bug has...
Trumpism takes off in Japanese politics
El País
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August 16, 2025
Eitetsu Nishikawa — a 58-year-old taxi driver from Tokyo — finds it unfair that foreigners can “easily” obtain a driver’s license in Japan. He believes this situation could become a serious problem, potentially threatening his job. He argues that...
Aluminium as anchor: Driving India-Japan industrial collaboration
The Hindu Business Line
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August 16, 2025
India is now among the top four exporters of aluminium to Japan. The economic relationship between India and Japan is one rooted in decades of strategic trust, cultural respect and shared industrial aspirations. From Japan’s pivotal role in the...
Comments Invited for New ISO Research Standard
MrWeb
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August 15 2025 International standards body the ISO has released a draft revision of its ISO 20252 standard for public comment by the worldwide research, insights and analytics community. ISO Technical Committee 225 (TC225), which is comprised of...
Menthol cooling products may increase heatstroke risk: Japan expert
The Mainichi
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(Getty Images) TOKYO -- Claims that products containing menthol, known for their refreshing sensation, may not be effective against heatstroke and could even increase the risk of developing it have frequently been posted on social media. But why...
McDonald’s Chaos Erupts as “Cards mattered more than meals” in Japan’s Pikachu Giveaway, Forcing Early End to Pokémon Happy Meal Deal
Sustainability Times
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August 15, 2025
IN A NUTSHELL 🎉 The collaboration between McDonald’s and The Pokémon Company in Japan was cut short due to overwhelming demand. 📈 An exclusive Pikachu card sparked a frenzy, leading to food waste and chaotic scenes at locations. 🛒 The incident...
SBA lays groundwork for SAC 2026 with Japan visit
Gulf Today
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August 16, 2025
A delegation from the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), led by Khoula Al Mujaini, Executive Director of SAC, has recently concluded an important visit to Japan. This trip is part of SBA’s long-term strategy to build upon the reputation of Sharjah...
Phu Tho steps up investment promotion, targets high-tech, green industries
Vietstock
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August 16, 2025
Phu Tho steps up investment promotion, targets high-tech, green industries The province will prioritise attracting high-tech, green technology, semiconductor, and clean energy projects that are environmentally friendly and deeply integrated into...
Japanese venture lets you experience geothermal “onsen” hot springs at home
ThinkGeoEnergy
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August 15, 2025
Japanese onsen facility (source: Le Furo) A Japanese company has crafted technology to concentrate real hot spring water, making it possible to export the genuine Japanese onsen experience. Tokyo-based Le Furo is aiming to export the “onsen” hot...
'Don't Buy Nike' - Riley Gaines reacts to multi-billion dollar conglomerate's controversy over allegedly funding gender affirming research
Sportskeeda
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August 16, 2025
Riley Gaines recently shared her thoughts on the new controversy surrounding Nike. Gaines called out the multi-billion dollar conglomerate over their alleged support for gender-affirming research. Gaines shared an X post from the CEO of XX-XY...
The Medical Procedure RFK Jr. Underwent In Japan To Try And Fix His Quivering Voice
KINY - Alaska
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August 14, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s voice frequently sounds strained and raspy because of a rare neurological condition called spasmodic dysphonia that only affects around 50,000 new adults yearly. (Actress Selma Blair has had spasmodic dysphonia as well.)...
South Island rūnanga looks to Japan as lake’s taonga species face critical decline
Te Ao Maori News
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Earlier this year, a South Island rūnanga travelled to Japan to learn from experts about tuna conservation, sustainable fishing, and the cultural importance of tuna - part of efforts to revive their own local populations. The trip reflects growing...