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How Hui Muslims Waged Holy War for China in World War II: Their patriotic loyalty was based on centuries of tradition, a history that is now largely forgotten
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5 dead, over 100 hospitalised from recalled Japanese health supplements: Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co. came under fire for not going public quickly with problems ...
business-standard.com/industry/news/5-dead-over-100-hospitalised-from-recalled-japanese-health-supplements-124032900411_1.html
Execs in Japan busted for winning dev bids then outsourcing to North Koreans: Government issues stern warning over despot money-making scheme
theregister.com/2024/03/28/japan_nk_arrests/
Quick Glance: Execs in Japan Arrested for Winning Dev Bids and Outsourcing to NK
- Two executives in Japan were issued arrest warrants for charges related to establishing a business that outsourced work to North Korean IT engineers.
- Authorities suspect Pak may have connections to a person involved in the foreign currency acquisition activities of the Hermit Kingdom, and are looking into potential money flow to North Korea.
- Amid an investigation involving the development of a smartphone app that breached Japan's banking act, authorities found suspicious transfers to North Korean IT engineers from Robast.
- Hiring a North Korean for development tasks can contribute foreign currency and illicit funds for a despot's operations, while also violating national sanctions.
Japanese city to allow kids to miss 3 days of school per year for more family time - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/023000c
Investors Shun China and India, Reward Japan as Earnings Season Winds Down: As the Asia-Pacific reporting season takes a breather, a look at how investors have ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-28/investors-shun-china-and-india-reward-japan-as-earnings-season-winds-down
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Films that give the Japanese perspective of the atomic bomb: Movies about the nation's darkest days — in genres such as dramas, fantasies and anime — offer ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/03/27/film/wwii-atomic-bomb-japan-perspective/
Shohei Ohtani is caught up in a scandal as mysterious as he is: Quite possibly the most interesting thing about Shohei Ohtani is that even when he talks ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/03/27/ohtani-press-conference/
Wild Birds Gesture ‘After You’ to Insist Their Mate Go First: Like humans, these small Japanese birds communicate abstract concepts with gestures
scientificamerican.com/article/wild-birds-gesture-after-you-to-insist-their-mate-go-first/
'Godzilla Minus One' Filmmaker Takashi Yamazaki Signs With CAA: Takashi Yamazaki, the Japanese filmmaker and vfx supervisor of Oscar-winning smash hit ...
variety.com/2024/film/global/godzilla-minus-one-takashi-yamazaki-caa-1235954427/
Easy Japanese news in translation: 101-year-old locomotive retires in Kumamoto Prefecture - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Shogun-star-Hiroyuki-Sanada-paves-Hollywood-path-for-Japanese-talent
In Japan, even Taylor Swift can't make it to the top of the music charts: TOKYO -- Japanese, who previously favored musical artists from the U.S ...
asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Life/In-Japan-even-Taylor-Swift-can-t-make-it-to-the-top-of-the-music-charts
A Japanese 'flavor wizard' conquers the homeland of chocolate: Yasushi Sasaki has been named Brussels' chocolatier of the year by the prestigious Gault & Millau ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/03/27/food-drink/yasushi-sasaki-japanese-chocolate-belgium/
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
reuters.com/world/japan-tees-up-abes-ex-interpreter-help-chart-course-with-trump-2024-03-26/
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
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JPY/USD: Japanese Yen Falls to Lowest Against US Dollar Since 1990: The yen slid to the weakest level in about 34 years against the dollar, prompting Japan’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-27/yen-drops-to-lowest-since-1990-amid-intervention-speculation
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Donald Trump media firm soars in stock market debut: The long awaited moment hands the former president a stake worth more than $5bn.
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Quick Glance: Social Media Stocks Surge Beyond Trump Media
- Donald Trump's social media company is not the only one experiencing a surge in stock value - other social media companies are also on the rise.
- Trump Media began trading on the Nasdaq on Tuesday, becoming one of the few social media-first companies on the public market.
- While Meta's shares saw a slight dip, other social media companies like Reddit, Snap, and Pinterest have seen an increase, with Trump Media gaining 16% on its first trading day.
- Despite the current success of Trump Media and Reddit, cautionary tales from previous social media offerings like Snap and Pinterest warn of potential risks as their stock prices remain below their peak levels.
North Korea says Japan's Kishida showed intention to meet Kim Jong Un recently: North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un ...
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Quick Glance: Japanese PM Offers to Meet Kim Jong Un, Conditions Pose Challenges
- North Korea states that Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida proposed a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un 'as soon as possible,' contingent on Tokyo's stance towards North Korea's weapons program and past abductions of Japanese nationals.
- Kishida emphasizes the importance of a meeting with Kim to address the abduction issue, but North Korea's preconditions make a Kim-Kishida summit unlikely.
- Kim Yo Jong, Kim Jong Un's sister, highlights the need for Japan to make political decisions aligned with its overall interests to enhance bilateral relations and regional peace.
- Experts suggest that a potential meeting could benefit both North Korea and Japan, with North Korea aiming to strengthen its position and Japan considering potential economic assistance if ties normalize.
Japan adds driver, railway roles to skilled foreign worker visa - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government on Friday added four new industries to ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0na/030000c
New Earphones Shaped Like Chocolate-Covered Mushrooms; Meiji to Sell Just 3,500 Sets Based on Popular Japanese Snack
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/business/companies/20240326-176722/
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Shogun-star-Hiroyuki-Sanada-paves-Hollywood-path-for-Japanese-talent
Renault to sell Nissan stake of about 2.5%: Renault plans to sell a stake of about 2.5% in Nissan shares to the Japanese car maker in a deal that could result ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-sell-about-25-nissan-shares-up-362-million-euros-2024-03-27/
Japanese chocolate snack-shaped translator earphones to go on sale - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240326/p2g/00m/0bu/006000c
Those Godzilla Claw Shoes on the Oscars Red Carpet Are Just One of Hazama’s ‘Dark Fantasy’ Creations
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/ap/20240327-177070/
In America, Godzilla is a superhero — in Japan, he’s still a monster: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and Shin Godzilla all see ...
polygon.com/24107076/godzilla-american-vs-japanese-movies-interpretations-monsterverse
Quick Glance: Mixed reactions to Godzilla x Kong: New Empire
- Initial responses to Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire have arrived, praising an exhilarating, action-packed experience - however, the new Monster-verse film doesn't captivate everyone.
- The storyline follows Godzilla and Kong reuniting to confront a fresh, perilous menace, with director Adam Wingard returning to helm the project once more.
- Critics commend the grand scale, fast-paced sequences, and diverse range of creatures, though a few express concerns over the sparse dialogues and sluggish beginning.
- Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is set to hit theaters on March 29, eliciting a mixed bag of reactions, with many lauding the thrilling action and monster clashes, while others scrutinize the plot and dialogue.
Baltimore bridge collapse likely to result in multibillion-dollar insurance claims -Lloyd's of London
reuters.com/business/finance/lloyds-london-sees-multi-billion-dollar-insurance-loss-baltimore-bridge-collapse-2024-03-28/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
'Fruitful' Japan-N. Korea ties will benefit both nations: Kishida - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Thursday that ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0na/056000c
Hit TV satire reveals how Japanese society has changed: A time-travelling TV comedy with a bawdy middle-aged hero has become a big hit in Japan ...
japantoday.com/category/entertainment/hit-tv-satire-reveals-how-japanese-society-has-changed
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Shogun-star-Hiroyuki-Sanada-paves-Hollywood-path-for-Japanese-talent
Ohtani interpreter Mizuhara may be dumped from Japan school text after gambling accusation - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240323/p2a/00m/0na/004000c
Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Amid Gambling Allegations
- Shohei Ohtani's friend and interpreter at the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired due to allegations of theft and illegal gambling.
- Mizuhara was suspected of $4.5 million being transferred from Ohtani's bank account to an illegal bookmaker in Southern California.
- Ohtani's lawyers revealed that Ohtani was a victim of massive theft and the matter is being handed over to the authorities.
- Mizuhara refused to comment on the allegations, and investigations are ongoing.
Trump joins Bloomberg’s 500 wealthiest list after Truth Social merger: Former President Trump is now one of the wealthiest people in the world after his media ...
thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/4555142-trump-joins-bloombergs-500-wealthiest-after-truth-social-merger/
Quick Glance: Appeals Court Decision Reduces Trump's Bond in Fraud Case
- In the New York civil fraud case, it was determined that Donald Trump and his co-defendants now have 10 days to post a $175 million bond, compared to the original $464 million.
- The late ruling from a panel of state Appellate Division judges, all appointed by Democratic governors, represents a significant victory and relief for the former president.
- Trump's legal team had previously stated that obtaining the larger bond was practically impossible. The court's decision also temporarily prevents the New York Attorney General's office from enforcing the judgment.
- Additionally, the court imposed a stay on the part of the initial judgment that restricted Trump from acting as a public officer of a company, as well as prohibitions on other individuals, although not all of Trump's requests were granted.
China EV giant BYD posts slowest quarterly profit growth in 2 years: Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD reported an 18.6% rise in fourth-quarter profit on ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/china-ev-giant-byd-posts-slowest-quarterly-profit-growth-2-years-2024-03-26/
South Korea’s JoongAng Hires Japanese Reporter as Tokyo Correspondent : It’s the first time that any South Korean newspaper has ever employed a Japanese reporter ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/south-koreas-joongang-hires-japanese-reporter-as-tokyo-correspondent/
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Japan to maintain trade sanctions on Russia for another year - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government decided Friday to continue denying Russia ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0na/021000c
Chinese EV makers take centre stage at Bangkok motor show, to unveil new models: Boosted by strong electric vehicle sales, Chinese car makers will be in the ...
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Japan says it won't rule out any steps to prop up faltering yen: Japan would not rule out any measures to rein in weakness in the yen, finance minister Shunichi ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/japan-finance-minister-says-he-wont-rule-out-any-steps-stem-weak-yen-2024-03-26/
40% of Japanese in 30s desiring children are sexless, research reveals: TOKYO -- Nearly 40% of married Japanese in their 30s who want children are sexless ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Society/40-of-Japanese-in-30s-desiring-children-are-sexless-research-reveals
Man tries to stab tourist in front of A-Bomb Dome in Hiroshima: Police in Hiroshima have arrested a 42-year-old unemployed man on suspicion of attempted murder ...
japantoday.com/category/crime/Man-tries-to-stab-tourist-in-front-of-A-Bomb-Dome-in-Hiroshima
How the US stock market rocketed through the first quarter: The U.S. stock market is off to a soaring start in 2024, as optimism over the economy and interest ...
reuters.com/markets/us/how-us-stock-market-rocketed-through-first-quarter-2024-03-28/
Investors eye Fed rate cut, earnings as key to sustaining market rally: After a stellar start to the year for stocks, investors are on guard for potential bumps ...
reuters.com/markets/us/wall-st-week-ahead-investors-eye-fed-rate-cut-earnings-key-sustaining-market-2024-03-29/
US new home sales unexpectedly fall in February: Sales of new U.S. single-family homes unexpectedly fell in February, but data for the prior month was revised ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-new-home-sales-unexpectedly-fall-february-2024-03-25/
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire review – monster mash on an epic scale is a joyous sequel
thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/film-tv/2024/03/28/godzilla-x-kong-review/
Quick Glance: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - A Tribute to Showa Era
- Sequel 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' pays homage to Toho's Godzilla franchise Showa Era, with a focus on Kong and Jia as main characters.
- Introduction of main villain Scar King elevates the action to a fantasy rock opera level, with Godzilla and Kong facing formidable challenges.
- While the monster fights are spectacular, the chaotic third act risks losing the grand scale, prompting considerations for the franchise's future direction.
- Director Adam Wingard's sincere approach to the Showa Era's campy imagination shines through, delivering a confident Kaiju film experience despite potential viewer preferences.
Yoasobi Shows ‘Strong and Unrivaled’ Presence in Music Scene; Puts Unique Origins to Good Use
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/culture/music/20240329-177305/
Japan authorities confer on sliding yen, hint at intervention: TOKYO (Reuters) -- Japan's three main monetary authorities held an emergency meeting on ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Currencies/Japan-authorities-confer-on-sliding-yen-hint-at-intervention
Quick Glance: Japanese Authorities Address Weakening Yen, Signal Intervention
- Masato Kanda, vice finance minister for international affairs, mentions Japan's readiness to respond to disorderly FX moves.
- Japan's three main monetary authorities held an emergency meeting to discuss the weakening yen and indicated willingness to intervene to stop speculative currency market moves.
- Amid the yen falling to a 34-year low against the dollar, urgency was emphasized by the Bank of Japan, Finance Ministry, and Financial Services Agency to stabilize the yen.
- A weaker yen raises Japanese import costs, fuels inflation, and increases the cost of living.
MLB pulls plug on clubs' ties with Japanese teams: Fretting over irregular contacts with overseas players, Major League Baseball has ordered its teams to ...
japantoday.com/category/sports/corrected-baseball-mlb-pulls-plug-on-clubs&
Baseball: Red Sox sign Japanese pitcher Uwasawa from Tampa Bay - The Mainichi: NEW YORK (Kyodo) -- The Boston Red Sox have acquired Japanese pitcher Naoyuki ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0sp/025000c
Japan approves export of cutting-edge fighter jets: 3 things to know: TOKYO -- The Japanese government on Tuesday approved revised guidelines to its strict ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Defense/Japan-approves-export-of-cutting-edge-fighter-jets-3-things-to-know2
Japanese Shares Rise on Weak Yen, Demand for Ex-Dividend Stocks
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/reuters/20240327-176944/
Japan recalls ‘red rice’ health products over suspected link to four deaths: Japanese authorities have ordered three “red rice” dietary supplements to be pulled ...
cnn.com/2024/03/28/asia/japan-red-rice-recall-hnk-intl/
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Japan warns on surge in potentially deadly strep throat cases: Japanese health authorities have warned about a jump in potentially deadly strep throat infections ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-warns-surge-potentially-deadly-strep-throat-cases-2024-03-26/
Shares edge higher; yen's drop to 1990 low lifts Nikkei: Global shares rose on Wednesday, nudged higher by a rally in Japanese stocks as the yen sagged to its ...
reuters.com/markets/global-markets-wrapup-1-2024-03-27/
Japan deaths linked to red yeast rice supplements raise food safety fears: TOKYO -- A Japanese drugmaker faces serious questions over its response to health ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Food-Beverage/Japan-deaths-linked-to-red-yeast-rice-supplements-raise-food-safety-fears
Record high 122,806 suspected child abuse cases logged by police in 2023: A record 2,385 criminal investigations into child abuse cases were conducted by police ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/28/japan/crime-legal/record-high-child-abuse-cases-2023/
Williams will have two cars but still no spare in Japan: Williams are confident they will be back up to strength with two cars at next week's Japanese Grand ...
timeslive.co.za/motoring/motorsport/2024-03-28-williams-will-have-two-cars-but-still-no-spare-in-japan/
Mended and washed: Uniqlo expands sales of used clothes: TOKYO -- Japanese casualwear chain Uniqlo will broaden sales of used clothing, offering spring-summer ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Retail/Mended-and-washed-Uniqlo-expands-sales-of-used-clothes
US, Japan to revamp military strategy amid China concerns: US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will unveil a plan next month to ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/03/25/US-Japan-to-revamp-military-strategy-amid-China-concerns
Japan Virtual Campus — Learning without borders: University courses with names such as Challenges and Prospects of Cross-Cultural Communication in Japan; How to ...
japantimes.co.jp/2024/03/28/special-supplements/japan-virtual-campus-learning-without-borders-jv-campus/
Renesas CEO criticizes Japan's wage hike culture as 'very local': TOKYO -- The Japanese business practice of uniformly implementing wage hikes is outdated and ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Work/Renesas-CEO-criticizes-Japan-s-wage-hike-culture-as-very-local
Agencies order recalls of sake, red yeast rice: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2024/03/26/2003815494
Nikkei up 44% as FY2023 ends: Tokyo stocks advanced on the final day of Japan's 2023 fiscal year on Friday, with the Nikkei marking a 44 percent increase ...
japantoday.com/category/business/urgent-nikkei-stock-index-finishes-up-44-in-fy-2023
Warning issued over North Korean tech workers posing as Japanese for cash: The government suspects that such workers are using the proceeds to fund Pyongyang's ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/26/japan/crime-legal/north-korean-it-workers-in-japan/
Shōgun: why the English samurai’s life and legacy still grip Japan 400 years on: Epic new TV adaptation of the 1975 novel reignites interest in the exploits of ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/mar/24/shogun-why-the-english-samurais-life-and-legacy-still-grip-japan-400-years-on
Japan's marukome miso warned as problematic by TFDA - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 26 (CNA) The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) warned the public not ...
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New national standards for Japanese-language schools to start in April: Under the new system, Japanese-language schools will have to meet certain requirements on ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/23/japan/society/japanese-schools-accreditation/
Cronulla riots had Connor O’Leary hiding his heritage. Now he’s loud, proud and Olympics-bound
smh.com.au/sport/cronulla-riots-had-connor-o-leary-hiding-his-heritage-now-he-s-loud-proud-and-olympics-bound-20240326-p5ffbx.html
GM, Ford are upbeat on 'really strong' US demand: Top executives of General Motors and Ford gave upbeat outlooks for the U.S. auto market and their profit plans ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ford-reaffirms-annual-core-profit-outlook-2024-03-26/
Osaka drugmaker recalls dietary supplements linked to kidney disorders: The Osaka-based drugmaker announced Friday that, of the six hospitalized ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/24/japan/science-health/kobayashi-pharmaceutical-recalls-supplements/
Saudi Arabia is building the world's first Dragon Ball Z theme park : Saudi Arabia's latest tourist attraction is set to recreate locations from the original ...
cnbc.com/2024/03/25/saudi-arabia-is-building-the-worlds-first-dragon-ball-z-theme-park-.html
Professional Baseball Season Starts: Hopes Are High for Energetic Plays with Tradition in Mind
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/editorial/yomiuri-editorial/20240329-177519/
Singer becomes first firm to start production in Japanese EZ: Singer Bangladesh, one of the leading manufacturers and retailers of home appliances in the country ...
thedailystar.net/business/news/singer-becomes-first-firm-start-production-japanese-ez-3576371
What are 'beni-koji' products linked to Japan deaths? - The Mainichi: TOKYO -- Deaths and hospitalizations have been reported among a number of people who ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0li/016000c
Takarazuka Revue to apologize to family of dead member for power harassment: The theater is planning to apologize to the bereaved family of a member who suddenly ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/28/japan/takarazuka-revue-apologize/
As yuan skids, markets bet more depreciation is in store: China's yuan is sliding and market participants suspect authorities are deliberately but slowly ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/yuan-skids-markets-bet-more-depreciation-is-store-2024-03-27/
After many decades: Weekly market returns to Minden's market square: The pilot project at a new location is intended to revitalize the weekly market and the city ...
mt.de/lokales/minden/Nach-vielen-Jahrzehnten-Wochenmarkt-kehrt-auf-den-Mindener-Marktplatz-zurueck-23816599.html
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Japan considers resuming UNRWA funding: Japan, along with North American and European countries, had suspended its UNRWA funding in January.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/23/japan/unrwa-funding-japan-consider/
Look inside the New York Stock Exchange: the world's largest stock market: Th New York Stock Exchange in Manhattan's Financial District is the largest stock ...
usatoday.com/picture-gallery/money/investing/2024/03/26/look-inside-the-new-york-stock-exchange-worlds-largest-stock-market/73110250007/
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