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Japan to End Financial Aid for Foreign PhD Students, Sparking Outcry
The Japanese government plans to end financial aid for foreign PhD students in fiscal 2027, impacting 39% of current recipients (3,151 Chinese students), despite a goal to increase international doctoral students to 33% by 2033; this has prompted protests citing discrimination and potential harm to ...
Japan to End Financial Aid for Foreign PhD Students, Sparking Outcry
The Japanese government plans to end financial aid for foreign PhD students in fiscal 2027, impacting 39% of current recipients (3,151 Chinese students), despite a goal to increase international doctoral students to 33% by 2033; this has prompted protests citing discrimination and potential harm to ...
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60% Bias Score
550 Japanese Students Caught Violating Voyeurism Law
In Japan, 550 junior and high school students were caught violating a new law against voyeuristic photos and videos between July 2023 and May 2024; 219 incidents occurred on school grounds, prompting calls for increased counseling and intervention.
550 Japanese Students Caught Violating Voyeurism Law
In Japan, 550 junior and high school students were caught violating a new law against voyeuristic photos and videos between July 2023 and May 2024; 219 incidents occurred on school grounds, prompting calls for increased counseling and intervention.
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28% Bias Score
Japan Upgrades Earthquake Emergency Plan Amidst Rising Seismic Activity
Japan enacted an updated civil protection emergency plan this week to better prepare for earthquakes, prompted by a recent series of strong quakes on the Tokara Islands and the high likelihood of a magnitude 9 earthquake in the Nankai Trough within the next 30 years.
Japan Upgrades Earthquake Emergency Plan Amidst Rising Seismic Activity
Japan enacted an updated civil protection emergency plan this week to better prepare for earthquakes, prompted by a recent series of strong quakes on the Tokara Islands and the high likelihood of a magnitude 9 earthquake in the Nankai Trough within the next 30 years.
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52% Bias Score
China Recalls Pandas, Devastating Japanese Town's Economy
China's decision to recall four pandas from Shirahama's Adventure World zoo after a 30-year agreement has dealt a major blow to the Japanese town's economy, resulting in an estimated annual revenue loss of $41 million and potential job losses, prompting the town to explore alternative tourism strate...
China Recalls Pandas, Devastating Japanese Town's Economy
China's decision to recall four pandas from Shirahama's Adventure World zoo after a 30-year agreement has dealt a major blow to the Japanese town's economy, resulting in an estimated annual revenue loss of $41 million and potential job losses, prompting the town to explore alternative tourism strate...
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48% Bias Score
Trump Announces New Tariffs on Japan, South Korea, and Five Other Countries
President Trump announced 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, and up to 40% on five other countries, starting August 1st, due to trade deficits and barriers to US goods, extending a July 9th deadline.
Trump Announces New Tariffs on Japan, South Korea, and Five Other Countries
President Trump announced 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, and up to 40% on five other countries, starting August 1st, due to trade deficits and barriers to US goods, extending a July 9th deadline.
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52% Bias Score
Trump Threatens Japan, South Korea with 25% Tariffs
President Trump threatened 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea starting August 1, prompting Prime Minister Ishiba to continue negotiations for a mutually beneficial trade deal; the EU is also negotiating to avoid tariffs, while other countries face tariffs ranging from 10% to 40%, depe...
Trump Threatens Japan, South Korea with 25% Tariffs
President Trump threatened 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea starting August 1, prompting Prime Minister Ishiba to continue negotiations for a mutually beneficial trade deal; the EU is also negotiating to avoid tariffs, while other countries face tariffs ranging from 10% to 40%, depe...
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36% Bias Score
UTEC Raises $326 Million for Deep-Tech Startups, Aligning with Japan's Startup Push
UTEC, a Japanese venture capital firm, secured $326 million for its sixth fund, aiming to invest in 100 seed and early-stage deep-tech startups globally, aligning with Japan's plan to become Asia's largest startup hub by 2027.
UTEC Raises $326 Million for Deep-Tech Startups, Aligning with Japan's Startup Push
UTEC, a Japanese venture capital firm, secured $326 million for its sixth fund, aiming to invest in 100 seed and early-stage deep-tech startups globally, aligning with Japan's plan to become Asia's largest startup hub by 2027.
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UK Prisoner's Extradition to Japan Delayed by 24 Years
Daniel Kelly, serving a 36-year UK prison sentence for conspiracy to murder, faces extradition to Japan for a 2015 jewellery heist; however, his extradition is delayed until after his UK sentence concludes, potentially 24 years later, due to legal complexities.
UK Prisoner's Extradition to Japan Delayed by 24 Years
Daniel Kelly, serving a 36-year UK prison sentence for conspiracy to murder, faces extradition to Japan for a 2015 jewellery heist; however, his extradition is delayed until after his UK sentence concludes, potentially 24 years later, due to legal complexities.
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36% Bias Score
Shirahama's Panda Exodus: Economic Crisis Looms After China Reclaims Beloved Bears
Shirahama, Japan, is facing a significant economic crisis after China ended a 30-year agreement, returning four pandas that had become a major tourist attraction, generating an estimated \$870 million in revenue over three decades. The town now anticipates a yearly loss of \$41 million and faces pot...
Shirahama's Panda Exodus: Economic Crisis Looms After China Reclaims Beloved Bears
Shirahama, Japan, is facing a significant economic crisis after China ended a 30-year agreement, returning four pandas that had become a major tourist attraction, generating an estimated \$870 million in revenue over three decades. The town now anticipates a yearly loss of \$41 million and faces pot...
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40% Bias Score
France Falls to Japan in Nations League Volleyball
France's women's volleyball team lost to Japan 3-0 (23-25, 16-25, 19-25) in the Nations League, jeopardizing their Final 8 qualification hopes despite a strong start. Iman Ndiaye and Fatoumata Fanguedou scored 11 points each.
France Falls to Japan in Nations League Volleyball
France's women's volleyball team lost to Japan 3-0 (23-25, 16-25, 19-25) in the Nations League, jeopardizing their Final 8 qualification hopes despite a strong start. Iman Ndiaye and Fatoumata Fanguedou scored 11 points each.
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24% Bias Score
Dozens of Countries Face Punitive US Tariffs
Facing August 1st US tariff deadlines, many countries negotiate trade deals to avoid penalties; only China, UK, and Vietnam secured exemptions; South Korea, Japan, and South Africa reacted with varying strategies.
Dozens of Countries Face Punitive US Tariffs
Facing August 1st US tariff deadlines, many countries negotiate trade deals to avoid penalties; only China, UK, and Vietnam secured exemptions; South Korea, Japan, and South Africa reacted with varying strategies.
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36% Bias Score
Post-WWII German and Japanese Economic Recovery from Hyperinflation
Germany and Japan overcame post-WWII hyperinflation in 1949 by adopting 'cash-only' government budgets, eliminating deficit spending, and significantly reducing taxes after initially high rates, resulting in rapid economic growth and increased tax revenue.
Post-WWII German and Japanese Economic Recovery from Hyperinflation
Germany and Japan overcame post-WWII hyperinflation in 1949 by adopting 'cash-only' government budgets, eliminating deficit spending, and significantly reducing taxes after initially high rates, resulting in rapid economic growth and increased tax revenue.
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60% Bias Score
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