How Japan’s space industry can regain thrust after H3 rocket failure
Japan’s latest rocket failure has triggered much soul-searching and resurrected a debate about whether the country’s space programme,…
Year-end travel rush starts in Japan
Train stations, airports and expressways around Japan are expected to be crowded with year-end travelers on Saturday as…
American “Sasuke” contestant defied the odds to land in top three
Josh Levin, a veteran of reality competition show “American Ninja Warrior” and a decorated rock climber, defied the…
Japan’s Cabinet approves record-high draft budget for FY2026
Japan’s Cabinet has approved a draft budget for the next fiscal year starting April. It marks a record…
From predator to plate: Japan bear crisis sparks culinary craze
Since Japan recorded a spike in deadly bear attacks, Koji Suzuki has struggled to keep up with booming…
Japan to test Starlink for emergency communications at overseas missions
Technology Relying on service from Elon Musk-led SpaceX a concern for some officials Japan hopes to ensure stable…
Israel sends delegation to Egypt for talks to recover remains of last hostage
Israel has sent a delegation to Egypt for talks to recover the remains of the last hostage held…
Rental Family offers connection in an increasingly polarised world
Rental Family, the latest film from director Hikari (Beef), is about the most persuasive argument for the need…
Japan slams new illegal Israeli settlements in occupied West Bank
ISTANBUL Japan on Wednesday slammed Israel over new settlements in the occupied West Bank, stressing that settlement activities…
School teachers on leave due to mental illness stay above 7,000
The number of public school teachers on leave due to mental disorders remains high at 7,078, accounting for…
Japan’s Flagship H3 Rocket Suffers Engine Bust, Fails to Deliver Satellite
Japan’s H3 rocket lifted off for its seventh mission on Sunday, but an engine failure foiled its attempt…
Over 7,000 teachers in Japan took mental health sick leave in 2024 academic year
Japan’s education ministry says 7,087 public school teachers took sick leave for depression and other mental health issues…