Dodgers Expect Ohtani to Hit in Japan, Pitching Unlikely
The Los Angeles Dodgers expect Shohei Ohtani to hit in their season-opening games in Japan on March 18-19 despite his recent left shoulder surgery; however, pitching is highly unlikely due to his ongoing right elbow recovery, prioritizing long-term health over immediate pitching participation.
Dodgers Expect Ohtani to Hit in Japan, Pitching Unlikely
The Los Angeles Dodgers expect Shohei Ohtani to hit in their season-opening games in Japan on March 18-19 despite his recent left shoulder surgery; however, pitching is highly unlikely due to his ongoing right elbow recovery, prioritizing long-term health over immediate pitching participation.
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Japanese Pitcher Roki Sasaki Posted to MLB
Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, 23, is available for MLB teams to sign a minor league contract from January 15-23, subject to the international signing bonus pool rules, with the Chiba Lotte Marines receiving 25% of his signing bonus as a posting fee.
Japanese Pitcher Roki Sasaki Posted to MLB
Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, 23, is available for MLB teams to sign a minor league contract from January 15-23, subject to the international signing bonus pool rules, with the Chiba Lotte Marines receiving 25% of his signing bonus as a posting fee.
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32% Bias Score
Pearl Harbor Attack: A Pivotal Moment in World War II
On December 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, killing 2,404 Americans and sinking several U.S. Navy battleships, directly causing the United States to enter World War II.
Pearl Harbor Attack: A Pivotal Moment in World War II
On December 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, killing 2,404 Americans and sinking several U.S. Navy battleships, directly causing the United States to enter World War II.
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Japanese Baby Hatch Child Launches Program to Teach Kids About Life
Koichi Miyatsu, a 21-year-old university student anonymously placed in a Kumamoto baby hatch at 3 months old, established "University for Kids Kumamoto" to teach children about life's value, drawing on his experience and the success of similar programs in Germany.
Japanese Baby Hatch Child Launches Program to Teach Kids About Life
Koichi Miyatsu, a 21-year-old university student anonymously placed in a Kumamoto baby hatch at 3 months old, established "University for Kids Kumamoto" to teach children about life's value, drawing on his experience and the success of similar programs in Germany.
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48% Bias Score
Sino-Japanese Forum Emphasizes Cooperation Amidst Global Uncertainty
The 20th Beijing-Tokyo Forum, held in Tokyo on October 25-26, 2023, saw Chinese and Japanese officials reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, restart free trade agreement negotiations, and increase people-to-people exchanges to address global challenges and foster a more peaceful...
Sino-Japanese Forum Emphasizes Cooperation Amidst Global Uncertainty
The 20th Beijing-Tokyo Forum, held in Tokyo on October 25-26, 2023, saw Chinese and Japanese officials reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, restart free trade agreement negotiations, and increase people-to-people exchanges to address global challenges and foster a more peaceful...
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32% Bias Score
Panasonic's 100% Renewable Energy Factory Opens in Wales
Panasonic opened a £20 million green energy factory in Cardiff, Wales, powered by 372kW of solar and 215kW of hydrogen fuel cells using locally-produced green hydrogen from Protium's Pioneer 1 project, demonstrating the feasibility of 100% renewable energy in factory operations and boosting Wales' g...
Panasonic's 100% Renewable Energy Factory Opens in Wales
Panasonic opened a £20 million green energy factory in Cardiff, Wales, powered by 372kW of solar and 215kW of hydrogen fuel cells using locally-produced green hydrogen from Protium's Pioneer 1 project, demonstrating the feasibility of 100% renewable energy in factory operations and boosting Wales' g...
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"Empress Masako Honors Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Atomic Bomb Survivors"
"Japanese Empress Masako expressed deep admiration for the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, an organization of atomic bomb survivors, emphasizing its importance for global peace; 30 survivors will attend the Oslo ceremony to advocate for nuclear abolition."
"Empress Masako Honors Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Atomic Bomb Survivors"
"Japanese Empress Masako expressed deep admiration for the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, an organization of atomic bomb survivors, emphasizing its importance for global peace; 30 survivors will attend the Oslo ceremony to advocate for nuclear abolition."
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"Yoon Survives Impeachment Amid South Korea Political Turmoil"
"South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an impeachment attempt Saturday following a controversial martial law declaration, but faces potential early removal from office due to strong public opposition, creating concerns for regional stability and impacting relations with Japan."
"Yoon Survives Impeachment Amid South Korea Political Turmoil"
"South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an impeachment attempt Saturday following a controversial martial law declaration, but faces potential early removal from office due to strong public opposition, creating concerns for regional stability and impacting relations with Japan."
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Major Economic Data Releases to Shape Global Markets Dec. 9-13
The week of December 9-13 brings crucial economic data releases from major countries, including inflation rates, economic output, trade balances, and labor market figures, providing insights into global economic health and monetary policy.
Major Economic Data Releases to Shape Global Markets Dec. 9-13
The week of December 9-13 brings crucial economic data releases from major countries, including inflation rates, economic output, trade balances, and labor market figures, providing insights into global economic health and monetary policy.
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UNESCO Recognizes Sake, Carnival, and Henna Traditions
UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list now includes sake's brewing traditions, French-Belgian carnival culture, and North African and Middle Eastern henna practices, reflecting the diversity of cultural traditions and their significance.
UNESCO Recognizes Sake, Carnival, and Henna Traditions
UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list now includes sake's brewing traditions, French-Belgian carnival culture, and North African and Middle Eastern henna practices, reflecting the diversity of cultural traditions and their significance.
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12% Bias Score
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Hibakusha Amid Rising Nuclear Tensions
The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a group of atomic bomb survivors, highlights the urgent need for nuclear disarmament amid rising global tensions and the aging of its members. The award recognizes their decades-long campaign against nuclear weapons, but also emphasizes the need ...
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Hibakusha Amid Rising Nuclear Tensions
The 2023 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a group of atomic bomb survivors, highlights the urgent need for nuclear disarmament amid rising global tensions and the aging of its members. The award recognizes their decades-long campaign against nuclear weapons, but also emphasizes the need ...
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40% Bias Score
Sumo Wrestling Returns to London's Royal Albert Hall in 2025
London's Royal Albert Hall will host a five-day elite sumo wrestling tournament in October 2025, the second outside Japan following a 1991 event at the same venue that became a national moment, aiming to recreate that excitement and showcase Japanese culture.
Sumo Wrestling Returns to London's Royal Albert Hall in 2025
London's Royal Albert Hall will host a five-day elite sumo wrestling tournament in October 2025, the second outside Japan following a 1991 event at the same venue that became a national moment, aiming to recreate that excitement and showcase Japanese culture.
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48% Bias Score