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Sasaki's Impending Signing Disrupts MLB International Market

The impending signing of highly sought-after Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki between January 15th and 23rd is causing chaos in the MLB international market, with teams breaking prior agreements and renegotiating contracts due to bonus pool limitations; Dominican shortstop Darell Morel switched from the...

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AI-Powered Farming Robot Addresses Japan's Labor Crisis

Japan's aging population is causing a severe labor shortage in agriculture, prompting the development of robots like Adam by Kisui Tech to automate farming tasks. The number of farmers halved from 2000 to 2023, with only 20% under 60. Adam, a semi-autonomous robot using space exploration technology,...

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Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Southwest Japan

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck southwest Japan on Monday at 9:19 p.m., triggering a brief tsunami advisory and prompting evacuations; the advisory was later lifted with minimal damage reported.

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Japan, Indonesia Deepen Ties Amid China Concerns

Japan and Indonesia pledged deeper economic and defense ties on Saturday, including a $573 million Japanese loan for Indonesian infrastructure and discussions on joint naval ship development, amid concerns about China's assertiveness in the South China Sea and a potential reduction of the U.S. prese...

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Japan, Malaysia Strengthen Ties Amid China's Growing Influence

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim agreed to strengthen security and economic ties during a summit in Malaysia, upgrading their relationship to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" to counter China's growing influence and cooperate on regional issues...

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Japan Expands Sanctions on Russia, Targeting Allies and Military Suppliers

Japan announced additional sanctions against Russia, including asset freezes on 11 individuals, 29 organizations, and three banks, plus export bans on 22 Russian military entities and 31 international groups aiding sanctions evasion, aligning with G7 efforts to counter Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Cleveland-Cliffs and Nucor Team Up in Bid for U.S. Steel

Cleveland-Cliffs and Nucor are jointly bidding to acquire U.S. Steel for an amount exceeding $30 per share, aiming to prevent the company's acquisition by Japanese firm Nippon Steel, which was blocked by the White House over national security concerns.

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6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Minor Tsunami

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, on January 13, 2025, at 12:19 GMT, causing level 5 shaking and triggering a tsunami warning for waves up to one meter; initial reports indicate waves reached 20 centimeters with no major damage.

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Japan Firms Prepare for Taiwan Contingency, North Korean Soldiers Captured in Ukraine

A Kyodo News survey reveals that over half of major Japanese firms have prepared for a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan; Ukrainian forces captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia; and Japan will provide Indonesia with high-speed patrol boats to enhance maritime security.

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Parliamentary Prorogation Halts Bills to Ban Zoo Elephants, Great Apes, and Live Horse Exports

A Canadian government bill to ban zoos from acquiring or breeding elephants and great apes has been stopped by the prorogation of Parliament, along with a separate bill to ban live horse exports to Japan for slaughter, despite support from animal welfare groups and some musicians; however, the horse...

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Japan Expands Russia Sanctions, Approves Record Defense Budget

Japan expands sanctions against Russia, adding 33 organizations and 12 individuals to its asset freeze list and imposing export restrictions on 53 companies, while simultaneously approving a record $55 billion defense budget to develop long-range missiles and a domestic satellite network.

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Global Economic Indicators Set to Shape Market Trends This Week

From January 13th to 17th, key economic data releases from Japan, the Eurozone, Canada, and the US will impact global markets. Indicators such as US CPI, PPI, retail sales, and housing starts, alongside numerous other metrics from various countries, will heavily influence investor decisions and broa...

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