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Japanese helicopters to join Indonesia’s wildfires battle this weekend
Indonesia has intensified efforts to tackle wildfires that have been raging for months.
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Kenichi Horie, 88, to sail solo across Pacific Ocean — again
If successful, Kenichi Horie will break the world record for the oldest person to complete such a feat, a record he hims
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AI-discovered lung drug reverses aging markers in study
An experimental lung disease drug developed using artificial intelligence showed promise in reversing biological signs o
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Japan issues highest level heavy rain warning as flood risk rises
The warning was issued in various parts of the country, with residents urged to take precautions against the rain.
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Japan tightens measures against private jet pilots with three-strikes rule
The penalty system is being tested at Haneda Airport, a major hub for business flights, with no plans as of yet for expa
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In a league of her own: A Japanese F-15 pilot guarding the northern skies
Capt. Momoka Fujii, call sign "Jasmine," is one of a tiny minority of female pilots flying front-line combat jets in the
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Key ministers, LDP leaders expected to keep positions amid personnel changes
Such a decision would show Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's opting for stability ahead of the autumn session of parliamen
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South Korea’s power demand set to soar on AI boom
The nation is weighing whether to build more nuclear reactors as part of its long-term energy roadmap
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The tiny island where the U.S. and Canada could mend their rift
Between the Trump's senseless trade war and his juvenile and disrespectful attacks on Canadian sovereignty and dignity,
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Tokyo’s Taito Ward, long popular with tourists, looks to ban minpaku in certain areas
The ward cited increasing reports of bad behavior such as improper trash disposal and loud noises as being behind the cr
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Japan not confident that U.S. relations will improve after Trump, survey finds
Japan views the U.S. as a necessary partner but has low confidence it will become "a better ally" after Donald Trump's s
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Japanese carmakers brace for profit hit after yen strengthens
The currency traded just above ¥153 against the dollar on Tuesday, its strongest level since February.
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Indonesia’s richest family moves over $1 billion offshore amid turmoil
The movements of funds abroad mark a sharp pivot for a media-shy family worth about $30 billion that has traditionally p
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Trump and Xi should align on artificial Intelligence
Advanced AI may surpass human control, so the U.S. and China must prepare together to manage the risks.
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EU to invest €200 million in Greenland as Trump circles
The money will help develop critical minerals, renewable energy and satellite communications.
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Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro ties Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in polls ahead of vote
A court crisis has handed the senator a potent rallying cry: the fate of the justice who oversaw the imprisonment of for
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Canada sets tariffs of up to 50% on U.S. steel and other goods after talks fail
The measure will hit U.S. exporters particularly hard in states such as Michigan and Ohio that will host heated races in
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Iran threatens U.S. with new ‘economic warfare’ and missiles
The Iran-backed Houthi militia also attacked several cities in Saudi Arabia.
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North Korea and Russia open their first road bridge, a symbol of expanding ties
The structure spans the Tumen river and was cast as an important milestone in their deepening strategic partnership.
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Indonesia reopens Jakarta airport as volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau clears
Fresh eruptions on Tuesday from Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia has raised the risk of further disruption at surroundin
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