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Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik missile in one of war's biggest attacks on Kyiv
22+ min ago (156+ words) The Japan Times Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik missile in one of war's biggest attacks on Kyiv Kyiv " Russia pounded Kyiv and surrounding areas with hundreds of drones and missiles on Sunday in one of the heaviest bombardments of the…...
He told his wife he was "coming home." Then he disappeared.
4+ hour, 29+ min ago (1678+ words) On days he stayed home from daycare, retired chef Hideo Sakamoto kept to a familiar routine: a morning walk, a stroll around noon and an outing before dinner." On Sunday, April 16, 2023, he left home for that evening walk around 4 p. m. He…...
Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, U. S. blockade stays
59+ min ago (162+ words) The Japan Times Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, U. S. blockade stays WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD " U. S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he had told his representatives not to rush into any deal with Iran, as his administration played down…...
Japanese listed firms log record net profits in 2025
11+ hour, 18+ min ago (287+ words) Combined net profits at Japanese listed companies in fiscal 2025 rose 9. 0% from the previous year to a record "54. 7 trillion, according to SMBC Nikko Securities. The figure for the year ended in March hit a record high for the fifth consecutive year,…...
LDP, JIP and DPP seek emergency clause in Constitution
11+ hour, 16+ min ago (139+ words) LDP, JIP, DPFP seek emergency clause in Constitution The Japan Times LDP, JIP and DPP seek emergency clause in Constitution The ruling Liberal Democratic Party, its coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party and the opposition Democratic Party for the People…...
Police obtain arrest warrant for man in Hyogo murder case
11+ hour, 29+ min ago (187+ words) Kobe " Police on Sunday obtained an arrest warrant for a 42-year-old unemployed man on suspicion of murdering one of the two victims in a suspected murder case at a house in Tatsuno, Hyogo Prefecture, investigative sources said. The man's whereabouts…...
Starmer's lame duck status risks policymaking paralysis in U. K.
11+ hour, 46+ min ago (225+ words) The Japan Times Starmer's lame duck status risks policymaking paralysis in U. K. Britain will have to wait weeks, if not months, for confirmation that it's getting a new prime minister. And the gears of government are starting to slow as the…...
Nintendo gamers love surprises. Investors don't.
12+ hour, 23+ min ago (149+ words) The Japan Times Nintendo gamers love surprises. Investors don't. The game maker's stock slump clouds Switch 2 success At Nintendo headquarters in Kyoto, there should be celebrations. Switch 2 has sold 20 million units since its release last June, becoming the company's fastest-selling…...
London next step in all-women Athlos" goal to be "F1 of track and field"
15+ hour, 46+ min ago (114+ words) The Japan Times London next step in all-women Athlos" goal to be "F1 of track and field" London " London will host a star-studded all-female Athlos track and field meet on Sept. 18 as founder Alexis Ohanian builds towards his dream of "a…...
Japan imperial couple likely to visit Kumamoto in September
15+ hour, 53+ min ago (162+ words) The Japan Times Japan imperial couple likely to visit Kumamoto in September The Imperial Household Agency is making arrangements for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako to visit Kumamoto Prefecture in late September, which marked the 10th anniversary in April of a…...