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Fire at the Spaceport: Japan suspends testing of Epsilon S rocket
A fire breaks out at the Tanegashima Space Center test site during the testing of the Epsilon S rocket engine. JAXA has temporarily suspended testing and is investigating the cause of the incident, with no information on injuries.
Ukraine spent almost $3.3 billion on car imports: which countries supply the most
In 9 months of 2024, Ukraine imported 239 thousand passenger cars worth $3. 3 billion. Germany, the US and China became the main suppliers of cars to Ukraine.
Foreign components made in 2023 were found in North Korean missiles used by Russia to hit Ukraine - DIU
Components from five countries manufactured in 2023 were found in the North Korean KN-23/KN-24 missiles used by Russia to attack Ukraine. russia received more than 100 such missiles from the DPRK and uses them against civilian targets.
Ukrainian foil fencers win silver medal World Cup in Tunisia
Ukraine's women's foil fencing team has reached the World Cup final for the first time in its history. The team defeated rivals from Hungary, Italy and France, losing in the final only to Japan.
Kanye West is hiding in Japan from a lawsuit by a former assistant
Kanye West's former assistant is suing him, accusing him of sexual harassment and neo-Nazi views. The rapper is avoiding getting sued while in Japan, despite buying a mansion in Beverly Hills.
Gold rises in price as war in Ukraine escalates - Reuters
The price of gold rose to $2688 per ounce, posting its biggest weekly gain in 13 months due to geopolitical tensions. Investors prefer safe-haven assets, while European stocks show a slight increase.
Japanese company has created a “washing machine” for washing people
Science has developed a booth with a chair that fills with water and measures a person's biometric parameters. The Mirai Ningen Sentakuki device will be presented at an exhibition in Osaka, where visitors will be able to test it.
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.