Pope marks World Press Freedom Day, laments violations and honors slain reporters
The pope urged the faithful to remember journalists and reporters who have lost their lives pursuing the truth, particularly in areas afflicted by conflicts.
Berkshire to continue investing in Japanese companies
At the annual meeting of Berkshire shareholders, Abel praised Tokio Marine, which announced an investment from Berkshire and a strategic partnership with its insurance unit.
Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA jets from Lockheed and Boeing
Under the deal, Israel would buy a fourth F-35 squadron from Lockheed Martin and a second squadron of F-15IA fighter jets from Boeing.
Aged people still cautioned against COVID-19 during Golden Week
The Japan Institute for Health Security continues to monitor COVID-19 cases at about 3,000 medical institutions nationwide.
Sri Lankan police arrest 37 Chinese at suspected scam center
The arrests came a month after 152 foreign nationals, mostly Chinese, were detained for allegedly running a cyberscam operation in the island's northwest.
Old Shohei Ohtani rules spark fresh debate about their fairness
Ohtani is the only player who qualifies as a two-way player under MLB's rules.
Article 9 in focus as Takaichi pushes for revision of Constitution
Without explicitly mentioning Article 9, Takaichi said the charter — unchanged since 1947 — must be updated to reflect today's international environment and security realities.
Asia’s economic diplomacy for tumultuous times
In a volatile multipolar world, countries must drive their own development by balancing global engagement with strong domestic capacity, as shown by Asia's growth strategies.
Meta is making workers train their AI replacements
Meta plans to put tracking software on its employees' computers to track their mouse movements, clicks and keystrokes.
Tanker carrying Russian oil to arrive in Japan amid Hormuz closure
The oil comes from the Sakhalin-2 oil and gas project in Russia's ear east, which is exempt from Western sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
