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NATO Secretary General insists on increasing assistance to Ukraine amid support for Russia from the DPRK, China and Iran
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DPRK wants to exchange Russia's military assistance in the war against Ukraine for access to missile, nuclear and military programs - Foreign Ministry
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Honda plans to create revolutionary solid-state batteries for electric vehicles
Honda has launched a demonstration center in Japan for mass production of solid-state batteries. The company plans to accelerate research and start production in the second half of the 2020s.
North Korea sends one of the top ten generals to Russia-WSJ
Colonel-General Kim Yong Bok, deputy head of the General Staff of the KNA, arrived in Russia among 500 officers. His specific mission is unknown, he previously commanded the DPRK Special Forces Corps.
US to provide Ukraine with another $275 million in military aid - AP
The Pentagon will provide Ukraine with $275 million worth of weapons through the PDA program, including air defense equipment and missiles. In addition, the State Department has approved the sale of $100 million worth of defense equipment. The US is also preparing a $20 billion loan.
Japanese manicurist turns plastic waste into eco-friendly art nails
Naomi Arimoto from Japan collects plastic waste on the beach and uses it to decorate nails in her salon. The nail technician seeks to draw attention to the problem of pollution through a creative approach to manicure.
NATO Secretary General insists on increasing assistance to Ukraine amid support for Russia from the DPRK, China and Iran
The NATO Secretary General called for increased assistance to Ukraine amid support for Russia from the DPRK, China, and Iran. On the thousandth day of the full-scale invasion, EU defense ministers were to discuss this issue.
Japan announces new aid package for Ukraine's energy sector
Japan will provide Ukraine with a new aid package for the energy sector through UNDP and JICA. The assistance includes gas turbines, generators and other equipment to support the critical infrastructure of Kharkiv and Odesa.
Kim Jong-un vows to build up DPRK's nuclear capabilities “limitlessly” - Bloomberg
The DPRK leader declared his intention to unlimitedly strengthen its nuclear capabilities through US cooperation with Japan and South Korea. He accused the United States of destabilizing the region and prolonging the war in Ukraine.
Japan is considering strengthening sanctions against Russia and the DPRK because of their cooperation
The Japanese government is considering strengthening sanctions against Russia and the DPRK due to the development of their cooperation. Tokyo is concerned about the impact of this cooperation on security in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.
An underwater earthquake struck off the coast of Japan
An underwater earthquake with a magnitude of 6 occurred off the coast of Japan at a depth of 10 km. Within five hours, 6 more tremors were recorded, and sea level fluctuations are expected in coastal regions.
Rare paddlefish, mythical harbinger of doom, found in California
A dead belted fish, considered a mythical harbinger of natural disasters, has been found on the coast of California. This is only the second case in three months and the 21st since 1901.
Japanese troops to hold joint exercises with Australian and US military
Japanese troops will begin regular training in northern Australia in 2025. US rotational forces will join the exercises as part of a strategy to strengthen the security of the three countries.
Ukraine and Japan sign agreement to strengthen security cooperation
Ukraine and Japan sign an agreement to strengthen cooperation in information security. Japan has provided $12.1 billion in aid to Ukraine and plans to allocate another $3 billion from frozen Russian assets.
DPRK wants to exchange Russia's military assistance in the war against Ukraine for access to missile, nuclear and military programs - Foreign Ministry
According to Ukrainian intelligence, North Korea is seeking access to Russian nuclear and missile technologies in exchange for military support from Russia in its war against Ukraine.
Important statement on the thousandth day of the war: G7 leaders reaffirm unwavering support for Kyiv
The G7 leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine in its struggle for sovereignty. The member states will continue to put pressure on Russia through sanctions and export restrictions.
Russia is teaching North Korea modern warfare: Zelensky meets with Japanese Foreign Minister
The President of Ukraine met with the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Iwai Takeshi. They discussed a new support package, threats from the DPRK's cooperation with Russia, and further economic cooperation.
Xi Jinping meets for the first time with Japan's new prime minister: they discuss pressing issues
The leaders of China and Japan held their first meeting to discuss issues between the two countries. Japan asked for the ban on seafood to be lifted and for the security of Japanese in China to be strengthened.
Joe Biden met with the leaders of South Korea and Japan: what they talked about
At the APEC summit in Lima, the leaders of the United States, Japan, and South Korea announced the establishment of the Trilateral Secretariat. The countries agreed to cooperate with the Philippines and condemned the DPRK's support for Russia's war against Ukraine.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan arrived in Kyiv with an unannounced visit
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwai made a surprise visit to Kyiv for talks with Ukrainian officials. The visit takes place against the backdrop of Trump's victory in the US election and North Korean troops' participation in the war.
The Government will attract a concessional loan from the World Bank for more than USD 1 billion - Shmyhal
The Ukrainian government is attracting a concessional loan from the World Bank worth more than $1 billion, with support from Japan and Britain. The EU will allocate an additional €150 million for port restoration and other projects.
Japanese imperial family loses oldest princess: she was 101 years old
Princess Yuriko Mikasa has died at the age of 101 after a long illness. She was the wife of Prince Mikasa for 75 years and was actively involved in charity work, including with the Japanese Red Cross.
American arrested in Japan: 65-year-old tourist damaged sacred temple gate
An American tourist was arrested in Tokyo for vandalizing the Meiji Jingu Shrine. The incident occurred amid an increase in cases of inappropriate behavior by tourists in Japan, which received almost 27 million visitors in 2023.
The “iPhone moment” is coming with NVIDIA's new Blackwell chip: Apple stocks are in for a rush - Business Insider
NVIDIA is planning to release a new Blackwell GPU that could be a breakthrough in artificial intelligence. Analysts compare the potential impact of this chip to the release of Apple's first iPhone.
In Korea, the former head of a human rights group that fought for the rights of victims of wartime sexual slavery is sentenced
The South Korean Supreme Court sentenced Yoon Mi Hyang to 18 months in prison, suspended for three years. She was accused of embezzling funds allocated to support victims of wartime sexual violence.
British writer wins the Man Booker Prize
Samantha Harvey won the Man Booker Prize for her novel Orbital, about six astronauts on the ISS. The work explores the relationship between humans and the planet, touching on themes of sadness and the climate crisis.
Actress Megan Fox is expecting her fourth child with Machine Gun Kelly
The 38-year-old actress Megan Fox has announced that she is expecting her fourth child with Machine Gun Kelly. The news comes a year after the couple suffered the loss of a child due to a miscarriage.
Japanese Prime Minister falls asleep while voting for his own re-election
Shigeru Ishiba dozed off during a parliamentary vote on his candidacy for the post of Prime Minister of Japan. The spokesman explained the incident by the effect of strong cold medicine.
Shigeru Ishiba is elected Prime Minister of Japan for the second time
The Japanese Parliament re-elected Shigeru Ishiba as Prime Minister in the second round of voting. He received 221 votes against 160 votes of his opponent Yoshihiko Noda.
World Bank allocates $750 million to Ukraine: what will the funds be used for
The World Bank will provide Ukraine with $750 million under the SURGE project to support institutional reforms. The funds will be used to strengthen state institutions and improve public financial management.
One of Uranus's moons may be hiding a huge underground ocean of liquid water
Scientists have discovered signs of a deep liquid ocean beneath Miranda's surface based on Voyager 2 images. The researchers believe that remnants of this ocean may still exist today.
Japan's iconic Mount Fuji, famous for its blanket of snow, is finally covered in white
Japan's famous Mount Fuji has finally seen its first snowfall, a month later than usual. This was the latest first snowfall in the last 130 years of observations.