Trump Says He has Spoken to Putin About Ending War in Ukraine, the New York Post Reports
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Quick Glance: Trump Calls for Negotiations on Ukraine Conflict
  • US President Donald Trump has urged both Russia and Ukraine to negotiate an end to the war.

  • He revoked security clearances for key Biden administration officials.

  • Trump stated he has a good relationship with Putin and hopes for a swift resolution to the conflict.

  • The Kremlin did not confirm or deny reports of a phone conversation between Trump and Putin.
Trump Says Some White South Africans Are Oppressed, Could be Resettled in the US. They Say No Thanks
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Trump Says Some White South Africans Are Oppressed, Could be Resettled in ...
Quick Glance: Afrikaner Groups Reject Trump's Resettlement Proposal
  • Afrikaner groups in South Africa have declined Trump's resettlement offer, asserting their commitment to remain in the country.

  • Trump's executive order halting aid to South Africa was issued in response to alleged human rights violations against white citizens.

  • The South African government refuted claims of violence against white farmers, highlighting the ongoing economic privileges of the white minority.

  • Critics of the new land expropriation law contend that it unfairly targets white landowners while addressing historical injustices.
Baltic Nations Cut Ties to Russian Power Grid, Prepare to Link with EU
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Baltic Nations Cut Ties to Russian Power Grid, Prepare to Link with EU
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Vows to Further Develop Nuclear Forces
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North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Vows to Further Develop Nuclear Forces
‘Japan’s Most Dangerous Zoo’ in Sapporo to Receive Closure Order; Facilities Built without Permission Expanded Over Almost 20 Years
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‘Japan’s Most Dangerous Zoo’ in Sapporo to Receive Closure Order; ...
Search for Truck Driver Suspended after 30 Minutes at Saitama Sinkhole; Risks of Further Cave-ins too Great
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Search for Truck Driver Suspended after 30 Minutes at Saitama Sinkhole; ...
Egypt to Host Emergency Arab Summit on 27 February to Discuss ‘Serious’ Palestinian Developments
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Egypt to Host Emergency Arab Summit on 27 February to Discuss ‘Serious’ ...
Japan’s Fukuoka to Create ‘City of Culture, Art’ Through Renovation of Museums; City Hopes to Pass on Culture to Future Generations
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Ishiba Gives Trump Golden Kabuto as Souvenir; Gift Made in PM’s Home Pref. of Tottori
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Ishiba Gives Trump Golden Kabuto as Souvenir; Gift Made in PM’s Home Pref ...
Canada Seeks Stronger EU Trade Ties as Both Regions Threatened by Trump Tariffs
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Canada Seeks Stronger EU Trade Ties as Both Regions Threatened by Trump ...
Spending Bill Talks Bog Down After Trump’s Efforts to Slash Government
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Spending Bill Talks Bog Down After Trump’s Efforts to Slash Government
Heavy Snow Expected to Continue on Sea of Japan Coast; Winter Pressure Pattern to Die Down Monday
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Heavy Snow Expected to Continue on Sea of Japan Coast; Winter Pressure ...
Situation in Myanmar: Election Cannot Provide Legitimacy to Military Rule
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Situation in Myanmar: Election Cannot Provide Legitimacy to Military Rule
Search over Hyogo Gubernatorial Election: Quickly Clarify Actual Situation regarding Social Media Tactics
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Search over Hyogo Gubernatorial Election: Quickly Clarify Actual Situation ...
Peace Enabled Cultural Flowering in Kyoto’s Kan-ei Era; Nijo Castle, Ninnaji Temple Reflect an Age of Beauty
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Quick Glance: Nissan Seeks New Partnerships After Ending Merger Talks
  • Nissan has terminated merger discussions with Honda and is now looking for new partners.

  • CEO Makoto Uchida informed Honda's Toshihiro Mibe of this decision following a proposal to make Nissan a subsidiary.

  • The company is interested in partnerships with technology firms, including Foxconn, to address challenges posed by electric vehicle technology.

  • Discussions between Honda and Nissan became complicated due to growing differences, and Nissan plans to formalize its decision at an upcoming board meeting.
Ishiba, Headed to White House, Aims to Convince Trump of Need for Strong Alliance
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Quick Glance: Ishiba and Trump: Focus on Strategic Partnership
  • Japan's Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru met with President Donald Trump in Washington to enhance bilateral relations.

  • The discussions covered security and economic cooperation, particularly regarding North Korea and China.

  • Ishiba emphasized Japan's significant investments in the US economy and explored potential LNG purchases as part of energy collaboration.

  • Experts anticipate Ishiba will need to address defense spending to meet the expectations of the Trump administration.
Baseball Star Shohei Ohtani’s Ex-Interpreter Is Sentenced to 4 Years and 9 Months in Sports Betting Case
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Baseball Star Shohei Ohtani’s Ex-Interpreter Is Sentenced to 4 Years and 9 ...
Quick Glance: Interpreter Sentenced for Stealing Millions from Ohtani
  • Ippei Mizuhara, former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, received a 57-month prison sentence for embezzling nearly $17 million from the MLB star.

  • He admitted to transferring funds from Ohtani's account over two years to cover gambling debts while impersonating the player in bank communications.

  • In addition to prison time, Mizuhara is ordered to pay over $18 million in restitution and faces potential deportation to Japan.

  • Prosecutors highlighted the severity of the crime and the significant harm caused to Ohtani.
Yomiuri, Kodansha Offer Bookstore Rivitalization Plan; Japan has Lost About Half its Bookstores in 20 Years
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Yomiuri, Kodansha Offer Bookstore Rivitalization Plan; Japan has Lost ...
Nobuyuki Suzuki Is ‘Salary Man Kintaro’ of Reiwa Era; Popular Manga a Story about Tuna Fisherman Who Becomes Salary Worker
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Nobuyuki Suzuki Is ‘Salary Man Kintaro’ of Reiwa Era; Popular Manga a ...
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/7-2/13)
Govt Will Not Appeal Court Ruling Over Moritomo Scandal-Linked Documents; Ishiba Gave Instructions with Consideration to Victim, Family
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Govt Will Not Appeal Court Ruling Over Moritomo Scandal-Linked Documents; ...
Publicity Agency Searched in Connection with Hyogo Gov. Saito’ Gubernatorial Bid; Violation of Election Law Suspected
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Publicity Agency Searched in Connection with Hyogo Gov. Saito’ ...
Conservative Lawmakers’ Presence Steadily Growing in Japan’s Ruling Liberal Democratic Party; Diet Members Seek Unity Lost due to Scandals, Abe’s Death
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Conservative Lawmakers’ Presence Steadily Growing in Japan’s Ruling ...
Online Medical Treatment: Make System User-friendly for Elderly People in Rural Areas
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Online Medical Treatment: Make System User-friendly for Elderly People in ...
Nagoya Road Cave-in Causes Passenger Car’s Tire to Get Stuck; Driver Reportedly Not Injured
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Nagoya Road Cave-in Causes Passenger Car’s Tire to Get Stuck; Driver ...
Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average Ends Lower as Strong Yen Hurts Appetite (Update 1)
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Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average Ends Lower as Strong Yen Hurts Appetite ...
Ministry Aims to Standardized Product Information by FY 2026; Cited as Solution for Labor Shortages, Rising Costs
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Ministry Aims to Standardized Product Information by FY 2026; Cited as ...
‘Little PM’ Takao to Attend Ishiba-Trump Meeting as Interpreter; Official Previously Interpreted During Meetings Between Trump and then PM Abe
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‘Little PM’ Takao to Attend Ishiba-Trump Meeting as Interpreter; Official ...
ANA, JAL Cancel More Flights As Heavy Snowfall Continues in Japan
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ANA, JAL Cancel More Flights As Heavy Snowfall Continues in Japan
LDP Lays Out Problem Areas for Social Media During Elections, with Election Law Set to Be Revised by March
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LDP Lays Out Problem Areas for Social Media During Elections ...
System for Stockpiling Rice: Make Prompt Decision on Release to Stabilize Prices
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System for Stockpiling Rice: Make Prompt Decision on Release to Stabilize ...
Over ¥300 Mil. Raised Through Crowdfunding To Help Wajima Lacquerware Craftspeople; Major Earthquake Last Year Rocked Industry
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Over ¥300 Mil. Raised Through Crowdfunding To Help Wajima Lacquerware ...
Cherry Trees at Tokyo Shrine Adorned with Sakura-Like Ribbons for Wish-Making
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Cherry Trees at Tokyo Shrine Adorned with Sakura-Like Ribbons for ...
Japan’s Nikkei Stock Rises on Wall Street Gains, Despite Firm Yen (UPDATE 1)
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Japan’s Nikkei Stock Rises on Wall Street Gains, Despite Firm Yen (UPDATE ...
3 Long-Established Japanese Bento Makers Start Selling Ekiben at Switzerland Railway Station
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3 Long-Established Japanese Bento Makers Start Selling Ekiben at ...
Japan Shrine Sees 1st Female Priests in its 800-Year History; Shrine Plans to Hire More on Regular Basis from This Year
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Japan Shrine Sees 1st Female Priests in its 800-Year History; Shrine Plans ...
Postwar Management of Gaza: Statement of U.S. ‘Ownership’ Invites Confusion
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Postwar Management of Gaza: Statement of U.S. ‘Ownership’ Invites ...
Shops in Japan Serving Foods to Give Stressed Students Bit of Luck; Specialty Foods Help Students Get Through Entrance Exam Season
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Shops in Japan Serving Foods to Give Stressed Students Bit of Luck; ...
Japan-U.S. Joint Statement Set to Mention Defense Ties; Space, Cyber Fields to be Specifically Mentioned
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Japan-U.S. Joint Statement Set to Mention Defense Ties; Space ...
Fuji Mineral Water Introduces Aluminum Bottled Water to Reduce Plastic Waste
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Fuji Mineral Water Introduces Aluminum Bottled Water to Reduce Plastic ...
Sichuan-style Pork Stew Heats Up Wintry Days; Offers Refreshing Spiciness, Flavor
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Sichuan-style Pork Stew Heats Up Wintry Days; Offers Refreshing Spiciness ...
Kishida Willing to Recommend Yomiuri’s New Stock Index; Yomiuri 333 Discussed at LDP Lawmaker Group Meeting
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Kishida Willing to Recommend Yomiuri’s New Stock Index; Yomiuri 333 ...
At Least 10 Killed at Adult Education Center in What Officials Say is Sweden’s Worst Mass Shooting
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At Least 10 Killed at Adult Education Center in What Officials Say is ...
Object Found in Pipe at Saitama Sinkhole Site; May be Driver’s Seat of Truck that Fell into Pit
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Object Found in Pipe at Saitama Sinkhole Site; May be Driver’s Seat of ...
Kandachime Horses Show Their Sturdy Physique in Snowy Aomori Pref.; Animals Are Local Protected Species
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Kandachime Horses Show Their Sturdy Physique in Snowy Aomori Pref ...
Students Try Making Sushi in Toyama Pref.; They Learn the Art from Restaurant Owner at Local Shrine
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Students Try Making Sushi in Toyama Pref.; They Learn the Art from ...
Farewell Ceremony for Watanabe to be Held at Imperial Hotel Tokyo; Other Locations to Have Floral Tributes, Condolence Registries
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Farewell Ceremony for Watanabe to be Held at Imperial Hotel Tokyo; Other ...
International Orchid Show Begins in Tokyo; About 1 Million Orchid Flowers on Display
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International Orchid Show Begins in Tokyo; About 1 Million Orchid Flowers ...
Japan Firm to Launch Products for Immune System in Taiwan; Market Set to Extend to Australia, Thailand, from 2026
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Japan Firm to Launch Products for Immune System in Taiwan; Market Set to ...
2 Former JAL Captains Suspended from Flying Over Drinking Scandal; Airline Names New General Safety Manager
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2 Former JAL Captains Suspended from Flying Over Drinking Scandal; Airline ...
Burglaries Targeting Vacant Houses in Japan on the Rise; Especially in Areas outside Tokyo
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Burglaries Targeting Vacant Houses in Japan on the Rise; Especially in ...
Advanced Laboratory Facility: Prepare for Emergence of New Infectious Diseases
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Advanced Laboratory Facility: Prepare for Emergence of New Infectious ...
U.S. Trade Policy: Trump’s Tariff Tactics Have The World at His Mercy
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U.S. Trade Policy: Trump’s Tariff Tactics Have The World at His Mercy
Heavy Snowfall Continues Mainly on Sea of Japan Side; Cold Wave Expected to Continue through Sunday
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Heavy Snowfall Continues Mainly on Sea of Japan Side; Cold Wave Expected ...
TEPCO to Dismantle Treated Water Tanks at Fukushima No. 1 N-Power Plant; Preparing to Build Storage Facilities
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TEPCO to Dismantle Treated Water Tanks at Fukushima No. 1 N-Power Plant; ...
DDoS Cyberattacks Becoming More Sophisticated, Larger in Scale; Damages Used to be Minor, But Now Damages Can Be Significant
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DDoS Cyberattacks Becoming More Sophisticated, Larger in Scale; Damages ...
6 Arrested for Involvement in Tourist-Targeted Prostitution Business; Brothels in Kabukicho Catered to Visitors Using Translation App
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6 Arrested for Involvement in Tourist-Targeted Prostitution Business; ...
Japan’s National Police Agency Asks Drug Stores to Enhance Countermeasures Against Shoplifters; Foreigners Account for Disproportionally High Losses
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Japan’s National Police Agency Asks Drug Stores to Enhance Countermeasures ...
Disaster Supplies: Make Well-Planned Preparations for Life in Evacuation Centers
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Disaster Supplies: Make Well-Planned Preparations for Life in Evacuation ...
Foreign Investment in Japan: Strengthen Screening Process to Prevent Outflow of Technology
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Foreign Investment in Japan: Strengthen Screening Process to Prevent ...
News in Pictures / Rescuers Continue to Search for Driver in Enlarged Sinkhole in Saitama Pref.
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News in Pictures / Rescuers Continue to Search for Driver in Enlarged ...