Two dead after Japanese cadet opens fire on colleagues at shooting range
Police believe the teen fired a rifle at the personnel with intent to kill. The suspect has admitted to firing the rifle.
The Yomiuri Shimbun
Japan: Parties wage ‘war of nerves’ over defence spending bill
The ruling and opposition parties are waging a psychological war over the date to vote on a draft law to secure financial resources for increased defence spending.
IAEA chief plans to visit Japan to discuss discharge of treated water
The nuclear watchdog has conducted surveys on the safety of the planned discharge and will soon draw up its final report.
New law provides direct support to Japan’s defence industry
With China in mind, the new law also says the state will provide direct financial support to companies working to make supply chains more resilient.
18.4% of students use generative AI services for job hunting: Survey
The Mynavi survey also revealed that many respondents had used AI services to create application documents, known as “entry sheets,” and prepare for job interviews, among…
AI-generated model’s photo book taken down
After the release of the book and magazine, some people on social media pointed out that Satsuki Ai resembled a real individual and raised questions about the copyright for the…
Japanese politicians brace for a snap election as speculation about lower house dissolution mounts
Meanwhile, the ruling and opposition parties are preparing for a clash on legislation to secure financial resources to increase defense spending, which the House of Councillors…
Japanese FM Hayashi, Asean Secy-Gen confirm cooperation ahead of Tokyo summit
Hayashi and Kao also agreed to cooperate in an Asean-proposed regional cooperation initiative, dubbed the Asean Outlook on the Indo-Pacific.
Japan to offer 4th-generation Japanese descendants long-term resident status
People with long-term residency can stay indefinitely in Japan and spouses and children can also accompany residents with the status.
Elon Musk, other US CEOs flock to China with eye on major market
Beijing’s unusually generous welcome, such as offering ministerial-level meetings, is believed to be intended not only to attract investment but also to counter Washington.