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New IOC president Kirsty Coventry inaugurated to start 8-year leadership
The first female and first African president of the IOC, Kirsty Coventry was inaugurated in the role Monday on the organization's 131st birthday with praise that the Olympic…
Escalating Hormuz tensions drive up Middle East war risk insurance costs, sources say
U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and Tehran's reprisals have doubled the price of insuring shipments to the Middle East and the Gulf in the last week, insurance…
Asian countries most vulnerable to Strait of Hormuz blockade
Around 84 percent of oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz is destined for Asia, leaving the economies of China, India, South Korea and others vulnerable should Iran…
Pint-size pioneer 'Dora the Explorer' celebrates her 25th anniversary
Twenty-five years ago, a little girl with a bob haircut appeared on our TVs, speaking a mix of English and Spanish, with a spunky, can-do spirit. She had…
Jury sees more sex videos as prosecutors wind down case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
The jury at Sean “Diddy” Combs ’ sex trafficking trial viewed more video recordings on Monday of the sex marathons that have played a prominent role in a…
Ishiba aims to retain upper house majority after July election
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Monday that his goal for next month's national election is for the ruling coalition to retain its majority in the House of Councillors.…
Thai authorities seize more than 2 tons of crystal methamphetamine worth over $90 million
Thai authorities seized more than 2 metric tons of crystal methamphetamine from a tourist boat near a pier in eastern Thailand before the drugs could be smuggled out…
Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US
An intense and nearly historic weather pattern is cooking much of America under a dangerous heat dome this week with triple-digit temperatures in places that haven't been so…
UK bans Palestine Action group under anti-terrorism laws
Britain said on Monday it would ban Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws, making it a criminal offense to belong to the pro-Palestinian campaign group which last week damaged…
European Union divided over response to suspected Israeli rights breaches
The European Union's top diplomat said on Monday she would take up concerns over suspected human rights breaches by Israel with its government, as talks in Brussels underscored…
Trump wants oil producers to pump more crude amid jitters that Iran may close critical shipping lane
President Donald Trump on Monday called for the U.S. and other oil-producing economies to pump more oil as crude prices remain volatile following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear…
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital route for oil. Closing it could backfire on Iran
The war between Israel and Iran has raised concerns that Iran could retaliate by trying to close the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most important oil chokepoint due…
ORA Gaishoku Pavilion, “Utage”
During the Edo period (1603–1868), Osaka was nicknamed the “greatest kitchen under heaven.” At this pavilion, ORA, the Osaka Restaurant Management Association, is proposing a new con...
Financial Losses Soar as Cases of Scams Jump in Japan
Rising LossesScams are netting ever greater profits in Japan amid a rise in incidents of fraud. National Police Agency statistics show that nationwide, losses from specialized fraud in Japan more …
Japan’s Burgeoning Viticulture: International Interest is Opening Japanese Drinkers’ Eyes
Burgundy Eyes on Japanese WineThe Japanese wine tasting event Salon des Vins Japonais, or SVJ, took place in a historic church in the middle of Beaune, a key city in …
Tasty Takenoko: Classic Ways to Enjoy Bamboo Shoots
Takenoko-gohanThis simple bamboo shoot rice dish, flavored with dashi stock, is often topped with a garnish of kinome (young sanshō Japanese pepper leaves).(© Pixta)Tosa-niNamed after the fo...
Survey Finds “Wagyu” Tops Japan-Related Internet Searches Overseas
The search engine optimization support company Aun Consulting compiled and analyzed data on searches during May 2025 in foreign countries, focusing on keywords related to Japan that are likely to …
China’s Speed in AI Leaves Japan in the Dust: Can the Tortoise Overtake the Hare?
In recent years, China has developed and deployed advanced digital technology at a pace that has stunned the world. What is the secret of its speed and agility? In the …
Gunkanmaki: The Sushi Battleship
Soft SushiThe gunkanmaki is a type of sushi roll where nori (seaweed) is wrapped around vinegared rice and then crowned with various toppings (neta) that would lose their shape if …
Japanese Willing to Pay More for Preferred Rice Despite Soaring Prices
Short SupplyDespite the Japanese government’s efforts to release stockpiles, the regular rice available in supermarkets remains highly priced and in short supply.A nationwide survey by major coo...
Majority of Japan’s Female Local Assembly Members Suffer Harassment
In a survey conducted by the Cabinet Office’s Gender Equality Bureau, aimed at local assembly members across Japan, 53.8% of women stated that either they, their family members, or supporters …
Hosono Haruomi: An Innovator Transcending Musical Forms
In 2024, Japanese musical luminary Hosono Haruomi celebrated his fifty-fifth year in the music industry. His wide-ranging career includes involvement in influential bands like Happy End and Yellow Mag...
Haneda Third and Narita Fifth in World’s Best Airports Ranking
Strong Showing for Japan’s AirportsTokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport) was third in the overall ranking of the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2025, rising one place from the previous year...
Nominication: Japan’s Changing Culture of Company Drinking
Drinking and SharingPicture the scene. Employees hold glasses and call out “Kanpai!” (Cheers!) in an izakaya pub near their workplace. There is food, but the focus is on drinking until …