Japan, US join hands on nuclear reactor project despite differing goals
Development of a fast reactor has been a long-held ambition of Japan’s nuclear power policy.
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Malaysia launches new platform to end poverty
The fund will also aid efforts to establish peace, tackle environmental issues and ensure that no one is left behind.
T’s Tantan: Inspired vegan ramen to make you smile
In 2020, the restaurant was awarded “Traveler’s Choice” by TripAdvisor, and ranked in the top 10% of restaurants in the world.
US spy drones likely to be deployed to western Japan air base
The MQ-9 drone is remotely operated from the ground and features enhanced surveillance capabilities.
Salted lemon dishes brighten up winter months
“Salted lemons are like umeboshi pickled plums in that you can use them for years,” nutritionist Maki Shibata said.
Efforts underway to reduce food waste using dynamic pricing in Tokyo supermarket
Dynamic pricing is the process of lowering a product’s cost as the item nears its best-before date.
New US ambassador: Alliance with Japan ‘a beacon of endless possibility and promise’
He also stressed that cooperation between Japan and the United States will “determine the destiny of the democratic example.”
Japan SDF jet scrambles against foreign aircraft hit 5-yr high
Most of the scrambles were targeted at Chinese and Russian aircraft, with the number of incidents with Chinese planes especially increasing.
Pfizer begins testing Omicron-matched Covid-19 shots in adults
Covid-19 vaccine-makers have been updating their shots to better match Omicron in case health authorities decide a change is needed.
Prices of power-assisted bikes on rise in Japan amid popularity, material shortage
A backdrop to the price hike is the increase in prices of raw materials, including aluminum and steel, the demand for which has grown during recent months.