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Prudential: Incredible Rampant Wrongdoing at Life Insurance Firm
It is nothing short of astonishing that many sales staff at a major life insurance company were involved in improper conduct. The Financial Service...
January 31, 2026
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Unusual Moves in China’s Military: Growing Danger Posed by ‘Xi’s Absolute Control’
Editorial [posttime] JST, [postdate] China has seen a spate of high-ranking military officials fall from grace. What on earth is happening? Insta...
January 30, 2026
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Shunto Spring Wage Talks Begin: Wage Increases a Fundamental Way to Fight High Prices
The fundamental approach to dealing with prolonged high prices is to move ahead with substantial wage increases. It is hoped that labor and managem...
January 30, 2026
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Nago Mayor Wins 3rd Term: Broaden Public Understanding of Base Relocation to Henoko
Intrusions into Japan’s territorial waters by China Coast Guard vessels around the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture have become the norm. Late...
January 29, 2026
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Board of Peace: U.N. is Indispensable for Gaza’s Reconstruction
In the Palestinian territory of Gaza, a ceasefire is barely being maintained, but a severe humanitarian crisis persists.
...January 29, 2026
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University of Tokyo Professor Arrested: Serious Lack of Ethical Sense, Failure of Institutional Governance
At the University of Tokyo, which leads Japanese research and education, arrests for corruption have been occurring. Just what is the state of gove...
January 28, 2026
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Start of Lower House Election Campaign: Discern Which Parties and Candidates Provide Persuasive Proposals
Will voters give a mandate to the Cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and the new ruling coalition framework supporting her Cabinet? Or will t...
January 28, 2026
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Lower House Election Campaign Begins: Inward-Looking Discussions Are Not Sufficient
How can Japan ensure its peace and security amid the current international turmoil?
...January 27, 2026
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U.S. National Defense Strategy: Strength of Alliance Cannot Be Measured by Numbers Alone
It is commendable for the United States to prioritize deterrence against China, but using this as a pretext for demanding significant increases in ...
January 27, 2026
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Reviews of Foreign Investment in Japan: Utilize New Government Body to Prevent Leaks of Sensitive Technology
Preventing leaks of sensitive technology has become increasingly important for national security. The government must urgently expand and improve t...
January 26, 2026
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Health Checkups for Expectant Mothers: Generous Support Needed for Prenatal Care
Managing the health of mother and child during pregnancy is essential for a safe delivery. However, some people feel the financial burden. It is ho...
January 26, 2026
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40 Million Foreign Visitors to Japan: Urgent Measures Should Be Implemented to Tackle Overtourism
Foreign visitors to Japan have steadily increased, and negative effects from overtourism have been notable. The public and private sectors should a...
January 25, 2026
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Videos of Student Violence: Careless Posting Could Constitute Illegal Act
Videos capturing student violence at schools have been widely shared. Careless posting of such videos on social media risks legal liability. Such a...
January 25, 2026
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Dissolution of Lower House: Voters’ Choices Gain Weight in Era of Multiparty Politics / Evaluate Not Just Ideologies But Policies As Well
Can the ruling coalition — the Liberal Democratic Party, led by Japan’s first female prime minister, and its partner the Japan Innovation Party — s...
January 24, 2026
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Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant: Safety Should Be Highest Priority in Restarting Reactor
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. restarted the No. 6 reactor at its Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant in Niigata Prefecture for the...
January 23, 2026
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