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Films by Almodovar, Pawlikowski and Hamaguchi lead an auteur-heavy Cannes Film Festival lineup
New films by Polish filmmaker Paweł Pawlikowski, Japanese writer-director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and Spain’s Pedro Almodovar will premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival next month | KNSS Radio
The Best Restaurants to Book in London Right Now
Must-visit places include an unlikely British power dining room and a great-value Japanese spot.
Arm chief Haas in line to lead much of SoftBank’s international business
New job driving Japanese group’s AI strategy would be in addition to running the UK chip company
People visiting Japan are too scared of breaking rules, says local
As a resident of Japan, I've seen tourists to my country scared to break rules or make etiquette mistakes. But respect matters more than perfection.
Forza Horizon 6 Releases Zoomed Out Image of Full Japan Map — and Fans Are Trying to Work Out Just How Big It Is
As players start revving up for Forza Horizon 6 next month, developer Playground Games has shared our best look yet at its full Japanese map.
Sony Pictures Entertainment to cut hundreds of jobs in TV and film
The job cuts at Sony Pictures come amid a deep slump and existential crisis in Hollywood, which has faced setbacks, two labor strikes and the ongoing collapse of cable TV.
Asia Minute: U.S. regional partners pursue new paths in the politics of energy
President Trump has made it clear he's not happy with several U.S. partners in the Asia Pacific, naming South Korea, Australia and Japan. But when it comes to the politics of energy, regional partners are making their own plans. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.
Google Pixel 10a finally launches in Japan with exclusive ‘Isai Blue’ color [Video]
The Pixel 10a launched about a month ago in most of the world, but has been absent in Japan despite...
Train transfer hub linked to reduced healthcare spending
Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University and Japan System Techniques Co., Ltd. evaluated the 2019 Osaka-Higashi Line station openings using a natural experiment and health insurance claims. While the overall rail-line effect was not significant, Shigino Station, a well-connected transfer hub, showed an estimated cumulative reduction of about JPY 62,500 per medically treated person over four years, highlighting that station connectivity and local context may determinewhether new stations deliver healthcare cost benefits.
Low and slow meets forever: US postage stamps honor lowrider car culture
NEW MEXICO Stamps honor lowrider culture ALBUQUERQUE — From Mexican American and Chicano barrios in the American Southwest to the halls of the Smithsonian on the National Mall and even the streets of Japan, lowrider culture has become part of mainstream car culture around the globe. The U.S. Postal Service is joining the club with […]
Bandai Namco Entertainment Booth Report From AnimeJapan 2026! Exhibits Including New SAO Action Game Echoes of Aincrad and New Illustrations by abec
AnimeJapan 2026, one of Japan's largest anime events, was held at Tokyo Big Sight on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, 2026. In this article, we report on the Bandai Namco Entertainment booth at this event!
White Sox's Munetaka Murakami hits 4th HR in 1st 8 MLB games, besting Shohei Ohtani's record by Japanese player
OMRON Healthcare and UCSF Launch AFib Trial
Study Will Explore Early Detection of Atrial Fibrillation to Reduce Stroke and Heart Failure Risk Through Home Blood Pressure Monitoring KYOTO, JAPAN - April 3, 2026 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - OMRON Healthcare Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of a randomiz...
BOJ to raise rates with eye on Iran war fallout, central bank official says
The Bank of Japan will continue to raise interest rates while keeping a close eye on how the Middle East conflict affects the economy and underlying inflation, a senior central bank official said on Friday.
Apple employee #8 Chris Espinosa on working his whole life at one company
It used to be common in Japan for someone to spend their entire working life at a single company, but...
Yomiuri: SBI Holdings Enter Alliance with Real Estate Firm to Turbocharge Entertainment IP
Major Japanese online brokerage SBI Holdings Inc. has entered a capital and business alliance with Tokyu Fudosan Holdings Corp. -- a major real estate firm -- to expand their businesses related to intellectual property in entertainment, such as video games, music and manga.
Large Japanese companies are more optimistic despite Iran conflict, but analysts say this may not last
The positive sentiment may not fully capture the impact from the Iran war, analysts said, as Japan's Tankan survey period ended in March.
LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. Signs Sponsorship Agreement with the Japan Sport Association (JSPO), Contributing to the Future of Sports
LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: LFS) (the "Company" or "Leifras"), a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement, today announced that it has signed a partnership agreement (the "Agreement") to participate, from April 2026, as an official partner in the Sports Active Partner Program hosted by the Japan Sport Association ("JSPO"), a public interest incorporated foundation that plays a central role in Japan's sports ecosystem. Through this collaboration, Leifra
SBI eyes Tokyo ‘Sphere’ arena in new entertainment push
The Tokyo-based financial group is considering the Odaiba waterfront district as a potential site for the project.
Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries
A quarterly survey by the Bank of Japan shows business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers improved slightly.
Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries
A quarterly survey by the Bank of Japan shows business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers improved slightly.
Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries
A quarterly survey by the Bank of Japan shows business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers improved slightly.
Business Sentiments in Japan Improving Despite Iran Worries
TOKYO (AP) — Business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers rose to 17 in March from 16, according to the Bank of Japan’s quarterly survey released Wednesday. The improvement in the key so-called diffusion index in the closely watched “tankan” report, recorded for the fourth quarter straight,
Sentiment improves among Japan's big firms, but Iran war clouds outlook
Business sentiment among large Japanese manufacturers improved in the three months to March, according to a closely watched survey released on Wednesday, a sign that increasing economic uncertainty from the Middle East conflict has yet to hit morale.
Oliver Bearman’s ‘scary’ crash punctuates concerns over new F1 regulations
Haas driver Oliver Bearman’s ‘scary’ crash at the Japanese Grand Prix has F1 drivers calling for change
Who slept worst last night: James Vowles
More problems struck Williams at the Japanese Grand Prix, as its poor 2026 F1 campaign continues
What to stream: Two doses of Amanda Seyfried, 'The Housemaid' with Sydney Sweeney and Jon Hamm robs
Amanda Seyfried starring in “The Testament of Ann Lee” and Bravo’s hit reality show “The Valley” returning for Season 3 are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time this week, as selected by The…
Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest Formula 1 championship leader in history after victory in Japan
After back-to-back race victories that catapulted him to the top, the 19-year-old Italian was denied Champagne on the podium for being under the legal drinking age.
Bearman Escapes Major Injury After 50-g Crash
Haas F1 driver walks away from high-speed impact at Japan GP as closing-speed concerns resurface under new rules.
One of Earth’s most explosive supervolcanoes is recharging
Far beneath the ocean near Japan, scientists have discovered that the magma system linked to the most powerful eruption of the Holocene is slowly rebuilding. By using seismic imaging, researchers mapped a large magma reservoir under the Kikai caldera and confirmed it is the same system that fueled the massive eruption 7,300 years ago. However, the magma now present is newly injected, not leftover, as shown by changes in the chemistry of recent volcanic material and the growth of a lava dome over thousands of years.
Oliver Bearman health update after monster 50G Japanese GP crash
Oliver Bearman was taken to the medical centre following a huge crash in the Japanese Grand Prix.
On Canada's tariff front line, business stalls over U.S. trade deal jitters
Windsor's economy has been on a roller-coaster ride for the past year as Trump went back and forth on tariffs.
US lawmakers say they'll visit Taiwan before Trump's summit with China's Xi
A bipartisan group of senators has plans to visit Taiwan, Japan and South Korea
Here’s the starting grid for F1’s 2026 Japanese Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli secured pole position in Suzuka for the 2026 Japanese F1 Grand Prix. Check out the provisional starting grid, pending final approval by the FIA
The toughest new sport in Japan is street-racing office chairs
On a snowy day in the quiet town of Kumamoto, dozens of Japanese office workers in safety helmets and sneakers crouch low on their office chairs, eyes fixed on the starting line, ready to launch.
Opening Day GameThread: A’s @ Jays
When this goes up, I’ll be on holiday in Japan (and hopefully getting to see a game or two over there). So I’ve scheduled GameThreads for while I’m gone, to take a little of the pressure some off the other Tom while I’m gone. Of course, I don’t have lineups for the games, but someone […]
Sony temporarily suspends memory card sales due to shortages
Sony Japan stopped accepting SD and CFexpress card orders from dealers and consumers today.
Impossible Science Live! with World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer
Impossible Science Live! with World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer From bending light with physics, to shaping water with chemistry and walking through solid glass with engineering, World Champion of Magic Jason Latimer’s mind-blowing live show delivers an inspiring message of how “The right question changes everything.” Impossible Science LIVE! expands on Jason Latimer’s inspiring TED Talk “ Seeing Beyond the Illusion of Knowledge ” with family-friendly, mind-blowing illusion entertainment. Uniting his favorite illusions from his illustrious career, Latimer reveals the secret to his magic is not special powers but simply a pursuit of challenging the impossible with curiosity. During your museum visit from April 7-11, 2026, drop into the auditorium for one of Latimer’s shows throughout the day. Shows are included with your Spring Break admission and FREE for museum members. Add a membership to your cart for free Spring Break admission! Available showtimes: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. daily, with a 3:30 p.m. show on Saturday, April 11. Open seating; first come, first seated. About Jason Latimer: Jason Latimer has been featured on television around the world as both a scientist and magician. While Latimer is both a curator of the iconic Fleet Museum in San Diego, CA, and a World Champion Magician his network specials, TV series, and appearances span the globe. Jason has been featured as a science host on the Science Channel, Roku, Amazon, and as a magician on the Syfy Channel, History, BBC ONE, and Japan’s NHK. In 2021, SONY partnered with Latimer to bring his unique blend of science and magic to online and to PBS to assist with distance learning. Impossible Science’s growth has been exponential ever since, garnering over a hundred million views and multiple streaming awards as an educational series.
Constraint and uncertainty ahead for Japanese politics
Japan’s path forward requires reconciling its divided political landscape with urgent reform needs to sustain its domestic stability and regional leadership capacity.
In spreading itself across five cities, Stranger than Heaven might not lean as heavily on one of Like A Dragon's key strengths as I expected
Stranger than Heaven takes place across five different years and five different Japanese cities, RGG Studio have revealed.
Japanese GP: Oscar Piastri fastest as McLaren outpace Mercedes in Practice Two but difficulties for Ferrari, Red Bull
Lewis Hamilton shares “full circle” moment after "unreal" samurai experience
Lewis Hamilton reflected on a “full circle” moment in Tokyo after taking a samurai lesson from Kill Bill fight choreographer Tetsuro Shimaguchi ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix
Glyphosate: A story of science, risk, and nuance
In the summer of 2014, a California groundskeeper named Dewayne Johnson started noticing patches of raw, weeping skin spreading across his body. He had spent years applying Roundup, Monsanto’s glyphosate-based herbicide, for a school district, sometimes drenched in it when equipment malfunctioned. By 2014, he had a diagnosis: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. In 2018, a jury awarded him $289 million in damages, later reduced on appeal. Tens of thousands of lawsuits followed. The story hasn’t quieted down. It’s all over the internet, swinging between “this will kill you, buy organic” and “relax, you’re fear-mongering.” Some of that recent chatter stems from an Executive Order protecting glyphosate and its production, which set off intense infighting within the MAHA movement. Some of it reflects a deeper truth: Americans genuinely care about harmful chemicals in their environment (see poll below). And the conversation isn’t going anywhere, with a Supreme Court case involving Monsanto set for this April. Glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. But does glyphosate cause cancer? And how much exposure is actually risky? With so much mistrust in institutions and corporations (and some genuine conflicts of interest), making sense of the actual scientific evidence is genuinely hard. Here is a translation of what the scientific evidence actually says. Does glyphosate cause harm? Glyphosate is an herbicide that kills most plants it contacts rather than targeting specific species. It works by blocking an enzyme pathway (EPSPS) that plants and many microorganisms need to produce essential amino acids. Without those amino acids, the plant can’t grow and dies. Glyphosate was first developed by Monsanto in the 1970s and became ubiquitous after the company introduced “Roundup Ready” crops in the 1990s. In 2024, Bayer removed glyphosate from residential Roundup-branded products due to litigation pressure. But today it is still the most widely used herbicide in the world. Farmers also discovered they could spray it directly on crops like oats, lentils, beans, and peas just before harvest to dry them out faster and make harvesting easier. Because of its widespread use, it’s obviously really important to understand if it’s harmful to humans. The key principle: The dose makes the poison The most important concept in toxicology is that “the dose makes the poison.” Sixteenth-century physician Paracelsus articulated what remains the foundational principle of toxicology: sola dosis facit venenum. Water will kill you if you drink enough of it. Aspirin saves lives at 81 milligrams and causes internal bleeding at higher chronic doses. So, at what dose is glyphosate poisonous? The LD50 in rats (the dose that kills half the test animals) is around 5,600 mg/kg body weight. Table salt is roughly 3,000 mg/kg. By that classic measure, glyphosate is less acutely toxic than salt. But some people are exposed to a lot of glyphosate through their work. And among the general public, there are many questions about low-dose, cumulative exposure from multiple sources over long periods. Does glyphosate cause health problems? Cancer Correlation maps are striking, with one analysis finding that 60% of counties that spray the most glyphosate have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma rates above the national average. But correlation alone doesn’t establish cause, which is why animal and human studies matter. In animals: Rat studies are typically what most fear is rooted in, but most people don’t know the study details on the dosage given to rats. A pooled analysis of the 13 most rigorous rat studies found evidence that very high doses, around 55,000 times greater than typical food residue exposure, can cause certain cancers. In humans: One of the strongest studies followed 55,000 herbicide users over 20 years and found no overall increased cancer risk. There was one signal: among those with the highest use, rates of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) appeared elevated. A broader meta-analysis of 18 human studies also found no overall cancer risk, though a separate meta-analysis focused specifically on non-Hodgkin lymphoma found that people with high cumulative glyphosate exposure faced a 41% higher relative risk compared to those with low or no exposure. These human studies are observational studies (randomized controlled trials would be unethical), and meta-analyses are only as reliable as the studies they pool. But the story seems consistent: at very high exposure levels, there may be some cancer risk. But that’s about as far as the science currently takes us. Emerging research: gut and reproductive health Gut: Because glyphosate targets a pathway that exists in some gut bacteria, scientists have questioned whether it could affect the microbiome. In mice, a 2023 University of Iowa study found that glyphosate altered gut bacterial composition and raised markers of intestinal inflammation. A 2024 systematic review found similar patterns: disrupted gut bacteria and problems with the mucus layer that protects the intestinal wall in mice. Whether this translates to humans is an open question. The human gut is highly variable and resistant, and we don't yet have strong studies confirming the same effects in people. Reproductive health: Animal studies have found that glyphosate-based herbicides can interfere with reproductive hormones, including disrupting egg cell development in mice and reducing the number of eggs available in sheep’s ovaries. However, the doses used in these experiments were high, so it’s not yet clear whether the same effects would occur in humans. On the human side, a 2021 pilot study led by Mount Sinai researchers tested urine samples from pregnant women across the U.S. and found glyphosate in 95% of them. The study also found a possible connection between higher glyphosate exposure during pregnancy and a subtle physical difference measured in female newborns. That said, some connections weren’t statistically reliable and this was a small study. The researchers themselves said more and larger studies are needed before drawing firm conclusions. What do regulators say about glyphosate safety? In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2A). The classification is worth taking seriously. But, there’s an important distinction: IARC classifies hazard, meaning the potential to cause harm under some conditions. It does not assess risk, which accounts for actual exposure levels and the real-world probability of harm. The U.S. EPA, the European Food Safety Authority, Health Canada, and regulatory agencies in Australia and Japan have all concluded that glyphosate is “unlikely to be carcinogenic to humans” at realistic exposure levels. They’re asking a different question: given how much of this people actually encounter, what is the probability of harm? Your actual exposure is what determines your actual risk. What does glyphosate mean for your daily life? At the grocery store: Food residues are small. The EPA’s acceptable daily intake is 1.75 mg/kg of body weight per day. To hit that threshold from oatmeal alone, a 150-pound adult would need to eat roughly 50 pounds of oats every day. But this calculation addresses only one pathway (food), and we don’t yet have robust tools to measure people’s actual total exposure. If reducing exposure matters to you, organic certification prohibits synthetic herbicides, and organic oat products generally test at lower or undetectable levels. Either way, a diet rich in whole grains, conventional or organic, is far better for your health than one that omits them out of fear of residues. On the farm: Occupational exposure is orders of magnitude higher than consumer exposure. Farmers and farm workers who mix, load, and apply glyphosate-based herbicides, especially without protective equipment, face meaningfully different risk profiles. Proper PPE isn’t optional. Integrated weed management strategies that rotate chemical modes of action are also worth taking seriously, both for health and for long-term effectiveness. If you live near a farm: Spray drift is real. Concentrations near field edges can spike during and after application, particularly on windy days. This is an area where I think public health could really step up and empower rural communities with buffer zones, rather than placing the onus on individuals. But for now, knowing your local agricultural calendar and keeping windows closed during application are the first steps. Bottom line Dewayne Johnson was exposed to glyphosate at levels most people will never encounter, and a jury decided he deserved compensation. That outcome is not evidence that the oatmeal in your pantry is dangerous. But it is a reminder that the dose, the context, and the person doing the exposing all matter enormously. Glyphosate is a chemical tool with benefits, trade-offs, and genuine open scientific questions. Learning to hold that complexity without collapsing into panic or dismissal is, honestly, one of the most useful and hardest things to do in navigating modern health science. Love, YLE Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) is founded and operated by Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, MPH PhD—an epidemiologist, wife, and mom of two little girls. Hannah Totte, MPH, is an epidemiologist and YLE Community Manager. YLE reaches more than 425,000 people in over 132 countries with one goal: “Translate” the ever-evolving public health science so that people will be well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Subscribe
How To Watch The F1 Japanese Grand Prix
Full 2026 F1 Japanese Grand Prix schedule including race start times, qualifying, practice sessions and global TV broadcast details.
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Mouse study shows repeated cloning causes grave genetic mutations
1,206 cloned laboratory mice were generated by the scientists from a single female donor mouse from 2005 to 2025 in research conducted in Japan.
Samsung Brings AirDrop Support to Quick Share with Galaxy S26 Series
Samsung is introducing AirDrop support to the Galaxy S26 series, making it easier for users to share content between devices using Quick Share. The feature will begin rolling out from March 231, starting in Korea and expanding to more regions including Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Latin America, North America, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan. AirDrop support […]
Screamer review: the '90s arcade racer gets an anime redesign, and I love it
Italians do it better, with a little Japanese inspiration.
Japanese investment in Indian finance hits record as business ties tighten
Tokyo drawn to vast market where Chinese competition is limited by geopolitical tensions
LIVE: Japan vs Australia – Women’s Asian Cup 2026 final
Follow our live build-up, with team news, ahead of our text commentary stream of the Women's Asian Cup final.
Samsung is bringing AirDrop to Galaxy phones soon
Starting with the Galaxy S26, AirDrop compatibility is coming to Samsung phones, rolling out through software updates. Samsung’s mobile boss Choi Won-joon just confirmed it publicly at a press briefing in Japan. AirDrop has always been the ecosystem glue that people actually feel. People stick with iPhones because their friends all tap a button for […]
Trump faces his most difficult Iran war decision: Will he deploy U.S. troops to seize uranium?
The president has been circumspect about how far he's willing to go to follow through on his pledge to destroy Iran's weapons program once and for all, including seizing or destroying the near-bomb-grade nuclear material that Iran possesses.
Trump Jokes About Pearl Harbor in Meeting With Japan’s Leader
Breaking a taboo, President Trump needled Japan’s prime minister about the World War II attack, as she widened her eyes and appeared to take a deep breath in the Oval Office.
Trump may push Japan for help with Iran war in White House meeting
U.S. allies such as Germany, Italy and Spain have ruled out participating in any Gulf mission.
How Japan’s Leader Sanae Takaichi Found Her Voice in D.C. Decades Ago
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi got her start in politics as an intern for a trailblazing Colorado lawmaker. She returns to Washington this week to meet with President Trump.
Forum on harnessing Artificial Intelligence for health equity
Register to this forumOver the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly evolved in complexity, performance, and utility. Its integration across a wide range of industrial sectors has accelerated, with healthcare emerging as one of the most transformative sectors. In this sector, AI has enabled high-impact applications – from enhancing the speed and accuracy of disease diagnosis and supporting clinical decision-making, to strengthening public health initiatives such as disease surveillance and workforce optimization. Moreover, AI holds immense potential to empower individuals, enabling them to take greater control of their personal health and well-being. Yet the central question remains: Who benefits, who is at risk, and do these innovations close or widen health inequities? While the potential of AI-enabled applications is substantial, many countries have approached their adoption with caution. This hesitancy stems from concerns about risks and benefits, including model bias, data breaches, privacy violations, and the erosion of professional skills due to over-reliance on AI. Additional barriers include inadequate data infrastructure and a lack of robust evidence on the most effective forms and interfaces of AI to enhance service delivery and system performance. Moreover, the rapid rise of Generative AI has introduced a heightened urgency for the development of comprehensive governance and ethical frameworks. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Health Practice Team and Digital Sector, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Western Pacific, are convening the Forum on Harnessing AI for Health Equity on 25–26 March at ADB Headquarters. Senior health officials from 16 developing member countries (DMCs), alongside leading researchers, innovators, and policymakers from across Asia and the Pacific, will engage in discussions on how AI can be governed, financed, and scaled to deliver healthier lives for all. The forum is funded through the High-Level Technology Fund with support from the Government of Japan. Objectives The two-day forum aims to:Identify high-impact, evidence-based health AI use cases suitable for resource-constrained settings and map out a pipeline for potential supportIntroduce and validate the WHO's policy guidance on minimum necessary ecosystem for countries and institutions to self-assess readiness for AI adoptionObtain initial commitment from participating stakeholders to join a pilot regional initiative focused on data/model sharing for a priority health challengeEndorse a prioritized set of actionable policy recommendations focusing on governance, regulation, and sustainable financing necessary to scale high-impact health AI use cases in resource-constrained settings Target participants The forum will convene participants from 16 ADB DMCs including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Mongolia, Nepal, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Viet Nam. In addition, health system leaders and practitioners, private sector technologists, academic experts, representatives from civil society organizations, development partners, and philanthropic institutions engaged in AI for Health from Australia, the People’s Republic of China, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the Republic of Korea will also be invited. SessionsDay 1 (25 March)Session 1: AI Use Cases for the Care Continuum: Improving Access and QualitySession 2: Adopting a risk-based approach for AI use case prioritizationSession 3: Establishing the Minimum Ecosystem for Implementation Risk ManagementSession 4: Future-Ready Health Workforce: Building Competency for Human-AI CollaborationDay 2 (26 March)Session 5: The Political Economy of AI in Health: Understanding Stakeholder Interests and their Impact on EquitySession 6: AI and Health Financing: Supporting Fair Coverage and ProtectionSession 7: AI Regulation and Oversight: Pathways for Different RealitiesSession 8: The Way Forward – Building Alliances and Regional Partnership How to registerThe forum will be held in a hybrid format. In-person attendance is by invitation only, while livestreaming of the forum will be available to the public. To register, please complete this form on or before 24 March 2026.Event organizers / partnersAsian Development Bank (ADB)WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific High-Level Technology Fund (HLTF)ContactAkihito WatabeHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDawatabe@adb.org Jae Kyoun KimHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDjkkim@adb.org
Japan's leader heads to Washington for a visit complicated by the Iran war fallout
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has left for the United States for what she expects to be a “very difficult” meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Japan's Idemitsu to invest $500 million in Australian Midocean to enter LNG business
Idemitsu Kosan , Japan's second-biggest oil refiner, said on Tuesday it will invest $500 million in Australia's MidOcean Energy as part of a move towards a full-scale entry into the LNG business.
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani apologizes for Japan's early WBC exit
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, the MVP of the 2023 World Baseball Classic, takes partial responsibility for Japan's early exit from this year's WBC, despite posting better stats than last time.
Women in Politics: A Persistent Glass Ceiling
Women are presidents or heads of government in only 28 of the world’s 195 countries, and 101 states have never had a female leader.
4 Takeaways From Venezuela’s World Baseball Classic Quarterfinal Win Over Japan
Venezuela knocked out Japan on Saturday night, ensuring there will be a new WBC champion.
World Baseball Classic: Venezuela takes out defending champ Japan, will face Italy in semifinals
World Baseball Classic schedule, scores: Team USA to face Dominican Republic in semifinals; Japan vs. Venezuela concludes quarterfinals
World Baseball Classic live scores today: Italy-Puerto Rico and Japan-Venezuela
Keep up with the World Baseball Classic schedule on March 14, including game times, TV channels and live updates.
Indo-Pacific Energy Security Ministerial and Business Forum - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan
Global Issues Indo-Pacific Energy Security Ministerial and Business Forum The Indo-Pacific Energy Security Ministerial and Business Forum will take place March 14-15, 2026 in Tokyo. IPEM is a premier, high-level platform for announcing and advancing energy deals, partnerships and investments that strengthen regional integration and secure critical supply chains across the Indo-Pacific. IPEM is co-hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan and the National Energy Dominance Council of the United States. It is sponsored by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency in partnership with the U.S. Departments of State, Interior, Energy, and Commerce, as well as the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). IPEM Forum main page Mission Japan Press Release Feb. 24, 2026 Announcement from the Department of Energy Submit your proposal to join senior government leaders and industry executives shaping the future of global energy security.
Japan PM Takaichi’s Health Draws Concerns Ahead of Trump Meeting
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi canceled her participation in some official events Thursday due to poor health, days before she’s scheduled to depart for a trip to the US to meet with President Donald Trump.
Japan PM’s health sparks concern before Trump summit
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appeared unwell at a budget committee session on Thursday, which sparked concerns over her health. This comes less than a week before her meeting with President Trump in Washington. On Friday, Japan’s government said she has recovered and returned to official duties. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery reports.
Combat Tips for Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Available Now
Japanese RPG classic Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster is out today for Xbox Series X|S. Master its famous combat system with these starting tips:
Famitsu sales (3/2/26 - 3/8/26) - first week sales revealed for Pokemon Pokopia
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows: Switch 2 – 127,508 Switch OLED – 10,245 PS5 Digital Edition – 9,569 Switch Lite – 7,136 Switch – 6,389 PS5 Pro – 3,803 PS5 – 3,447 Xbox Series X – 235 Xbox Series X Digital Edition – 159 Xbox Series S – 92 PS4 – 29 For comparison’s sake,...
Pokemon Pokopia sales top 2.2 million in four days
Total sales for Pokemon Pokopia surpassed 2.2 million units in its first four days of release, The Pokemon Company announced. One million units were sold in Japan alone.
From Japanese walking to 75 Hard: what the science really says about viral fitness trends
Fitness advice spreads fast online, but not all of it is grounded in science. Research reveals which popular trends hold up and which don’t.
Japan Lobby to Steer Banks on Tackling Booming LBO Business
Japan’s main banking lobby plans to establish risk management guidelines for lenders offering leveraged loans to finance mergers and acquisitions deals as transactions soar in the country, according to people familiar with the matter.
World Baseball Classic news, live updates: Team USA falls to Italy; Shohei Ohtani misses Japan's final pool play game
World Baseball Classic 2026: Italy hangs on to beat United States, Japan takes down Czechia with late rally
Japanese scientists discover how falling cats almost always make perfect landings
When cats fall, they usually land on their feet. This uncanny ability to right themselves before hitting the ground has long puzzled scientists. Now, a team from Yamaguchi University in Japan has the ...
World Baseball Classic news, live updates: Team USA beats Mexico; Shohei Ohtani not in lineup for Japan's final pool play game
How to watch Czechia vs. Japan at the World Baseball Classic on March 10
The World Baseball Classic is back in 2026. Here's how to tune in to Tuesday's Czechia vs. Japan matchup.
Yomiuri: Daito Trust Construction Aims to Expand U.S. House Flipping Business
Japanese major real estate firm Daito Trust Construction Co. is strengthening its overseas operations. In an interview with The Yomiuri Shimbun, Yutaka Amano, senior executive officer and general manager of the company's Business Development Headquarters, revealed that the firm plans to bring net sales up to 100 billion yen for its U.S. operations.
World Baseball Classic news, live updates: Mexico to face U.S. after routing Brazil; Shohei Ohtani and Japan rally over Australia
G-MODE Archives+ Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A’s TEST Server announced for Switch, PC
G-MODE will release ATLUS-developed game Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner: A’s TEST Server as a G-MODE Archives+ title for Switch via Nintendo eShop and PC via Steam in Japan, the company ann…
World Baseball Classic schedule, scores, standings: Japan advances while Mexico, Cuba, D.R. and Italy improve to 2-0 on Sunday
World Baseball Classic schedule, scores: Japan advances while Cuba, D.R. and Italy improve to 2-0 on Sunday
Celebrating the Broad Appeal of U.S.-Japan Entertainment
JX ’26, an evening gala honoring the visionary leaders and companies shaping the future of the U.S.–Japan entertainment industry, was held March 3 at Soho Warehouse in Los Angeles. Co-hosted by JX (Japan Crossover) – the Entertainment Subcommittee of the LA Next Generation Japanese American Leaders Initiative – and the Consulate General of Japan in […]
Nuclear war fear? The food that protected Japanese people against atomic bomb radiation in Nagasaki
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Taiwan beats Vietnam 1-0 in Women's Asian Cup match
Taiwan defeated Vietnam 1-0 on Saturday to move into second place in Group C at the Women’s Asian Cup with one match remaining. Su Yu-hsuan scored the decisive goal in the 26th minute after Saki Matsunaga’s shot hit the crossbar, leaving Su to nod the rebound into an empty net for the team which won the last of its three Asian Cup titles in 1981. It was a deserved victory for Taiwan, 2-0 losers to Japan on Wednesday, which created several chances to extend its lead.