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Japan steps up efforts on cooking oil in race for sustainable aviation fuel​​

The world's fourth-biggest economy estimates it needs about 1.7 million kiloliters in 2030, and hopes to gain as much as it can domestically through used cooking oil.

How Japan created its naphtha supply bottleneck

With no end in sight for the Iran war, supply chain bottlenecks for the oil-derived material are set to continue, prompting calls for government-enforced energy saving measures.

Vietnam pushes financial hub ambitions via maritime, aviation finance moves

Haiku in English: June 4, 2026

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India’s oil demand growth set for post-pandemic low amid war crunch

India is heavily reliant on imported crude and fuels, and the Iran war has led to surging energy prices that are squeezing state-run refiners and weighing on the broader economy.

Between restraint and red lines, Malaysia navigates China’s gray-zone pressure

The Southeast Asian nation's defense chief has set a clear threshold in the South China Sea: any disruption to the country's offshore oil and gas platforms would cross a red line.

Heavy rain from tropical storm raises flood risks in the Tokyo region

TOKYO (AP) -- A tropical storm dumped heavy rain and raised flood risks around east-central Japan as it moved into the heavily populated Tokyo region

North Korea slams U.S. remarks comparing South to ’dagger’

U.S. Gen. Xavier Brunson made the comments in an interview as speculation builds that Washington may seek to expand the role of U.S. Forces Korea in countering China's influence.

Malaysia bans social media accounts for children under 16 but questions remain

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) -- Malaysia on Monday began enforcing rules barring millions of children younger than 16 from having social media accounts

Five things to look out for while getting lost in Takanawa

It's not easy to navigate the sprawling new redevelopment complex in what JR East calls the Greater Shinagawa Area, but here are a number of themes to help guide you.

Malaysia enforces ban on social media accounts for children younger than 16

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) -- Malaysia on Monday began enforcing rules barring millions of children younger than 16 from having social media accounts

Academic Japan school wins 1st prefectural baseball title in 77 yrs via time-saving approach

FUKUOKA -- Oita Uenogaoka High School, one of Oita Prefecture's top academic schools, won the prefectural high school baseball tournament for the firs

‘It feels like he’ll come back’: Father navigates losing son in Ukraine war

The father said it is heart-wrenching to see reports about other wars because it means the world is moving away from peace — something his son gave his life trying to restore.

Osaka Prison helps rehabilitate inmates with developmental disabilities

Prisoners with development disorders at Osaka Prison receive education and guidance focusing on facilitating self-understanding and improving cooperative behavior.

Japan passes tougher foreign investment law, paving way for CFIUS-like panel

Out of the blue: Aviation academy starts skydiving in Japan with views of Mt. Fuji

KOFU -- An aviation academy in central Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture has teamed up with two companies to launch a skydiving experience service, tapping

Sony takes final bow as standalone TV maker with new Bravia sets

It's unclear whether Sony's signature techniques will carry forward, which could prompt some enthusiasts to buy what they may perceive as the last true Sony TVs to come to market.

Hong Kong airport expansion accelerates bay area aviation competition

North Korea tests mix of enhanced ballistic, cruise missiles and artillery rockets

The tests confirmed the combat readiness of cruise missiles to be deployed ‌near the border with South Korea equipped with precision navigation and AI-guided controls.

War-hardened Kyiv residents return to routine after Russian strikes

The strikes between late Saturday and early Sunday were among the heaviest on Kyiv since Russia invaded in February 2022, leaving four people dead and multiple buildings destroyed.