A senior Chinese diplomat's recent threatening remarks have sparked global outrage. The diplomat, Xue, suggested that Japan's leader could face severe consequences for supporting Taiwan. This outburst was quickly removed, but the damage was done. It's not the first time China has shown its aggressiv
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has stirred the pot by talking about Taiwan. She suggested Japan might get involved if things get heated in the Taiwan Strait. China is not happy about this. They say her words are meddling in their business and a big no-no. China's Foreign Ministry spokesman,
China has expressed strong disapproval of the U. S. selling weapons to Taiwan. They say this move goes against their sovereignty and the agreements made between the two countries. Taiwan is a self-ruled island that China considers part of its territory. China's foreign ministry spokesperson, Lin Ji
A major player in Japan's finance world is making a move. Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management is set to launch its first fund focused on collateralized loan obligations, or CLOs. This isn't just any new product; it's a response to a push from the government. They want financial companies to create offer
In a lively Tokyo bar, a group of strong, muscular women are breaking the mold of traditional Japanese beauty standards. These women, known as "Muscle Girls, " are challenging the norm that women should be thin and delicate. They are showing that strength and muscle can also be beautiful. The bar,
Japanese anime is a big deal worldwide, and it's not just about action and drama. It also shows a lot of food, which might influence what people eat. But how often does food pop up in sports anime, and what kinds of food are shown? A recent study took a close look at 151 episodes from seven sports
Tropical cyclones, also known as typhoons or hurricanes, are powerful storms that can cause significant damage. But did you know they might also be linked to an increase in stroke hospitalizations? This idea is not well-researched, so a recent study set out to find out if there is a connection betwe
Japan's northern coast experienced a significant earthquake recently. The quake, which measured 6. 9 on the Richter scale, struck off the coast of Iwate prefecture. It was not deep, only about 20 kilometers below the surface. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued tsunami warnings right after the qu
In Japan, doctors are trying out a new way to remove thyroids. They are using robots! This method is called transaxillary robotic thyroidectomy, or TART for short. It's not the only new way to do this. There's also a method using cameras called video-assisted neck surgery, or VANS. Doctors wanted t
In Tokyo, the morning of the World Series Game 7 started with excitement. The news that Shohei Ohtani would be pitching for the Los Angeles Dodgers spread quickly. By the game's end, the city was filled with joy as Yoshinobu Yamamoto secured the win. Ohtani had a strong game, hitting two runs and p
