While Japan’s culture marked notable triumphs at home and overseas, the year also saw the passing of many greats in the arts.

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The proposal exceeded ¥110 trillion for the third consecutive year in order to increase spending on defense and social ...

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Interest-rate cuts will be a feature, including at institutions that resisted easing in 2024. But mind the nuances.

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Suzuki is known for spearheading the carmaker’s entrance in the Indian market, starting manufacturing there in 1983.

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An estimated 1.67 million people became sick and sought medical care from doctors in the week through last Sunday.

The judge decided to suspend the sentence, given that the former Olympus CEO has been staying away from drugs.