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Japan seeks to replace up to 5 nuclear reactors by 2040s, 14 by 2050s

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's industry ministry on Friday proposed replacing two to five aging nuclear reactors by the 2040s, and a total of 11 to 14 by th

Is Iran’s new supreme leader taking up the reins of power?

It remains to be seen whether Mojtaba Khamenei will replicate the rule of his father, who was all-powerful during his more than 3½ decades in power.

Axiom Space boosts funding to $525 million with MUFG Bank as new investor

The startup is among several firms competing to build a commercial replacement to the International Space Station, which is set to be decommissioned by 2030.

‘Fujiko’ transforms a mother’s resilience into festival gold

Fresh off a major festival win and new international distribution deals, Taichi Kimura reflects on the deeply personal project that honors his mother's perseverance.

Japan looks to replace up to 5 aging nuclear reactors by 2040s

Lower House set to pass ¥3.11 trillion extra budget to ease Mideast war impacts

The budget will create a new reserve fund to respond to developments in the conflict while aiding impacted energy users and replenishing the existing reserve fund.

Takaichi calls for cooperation at meeting with leaders of island nations

The prime minister says daily life in Japan and other island nations are deeply dependent on the marine environment and that collaboration is indispensable.

Salesforce Japan to focus on helping firms deploy AI effectively

Salesforce Japan's CEO said firms often have fragmented systems in which data is scattered across departments, making it difficult for AI to access and use information efficiently.

As Trump resists curbs on AI, MAGA grassroots shows growing momentum against it

Some of Trump's most fervent supporters are skeptical of the new technology threatening to replace humans and upend society.

’AI simply can’t replicate it’: Japan embraces zine trend

Independent artist and writers have been turning ever more to self-published or handmade small print publications, reflecting a love of paper in the digital era.

Baseball: Murakami suffers hamstring injury, Okamoto hits 12th home run

CHICAGO (Kyodo) -- Munetaka Murakami was replaced after right hamstring tightness during the Chicago White Sox's 4-3 walk-off win over the Detroit Tig

New hotel in Tokyo tourist hot spot Shibuya to replace Hands store

Hitachi to deploy code-rewriting AI for fixing factory malfunctions

Former U.S. cybersecurity chief urges IT reform in Japan

Systems that have been deployed in Japan for 20-30 years have "many weaknesses," says Chris Inglis, the first U.S. national cyber director.

Deeply entrenched gender roles a key factor in Japan’s low birthrate

A survey has found that many women in rural areas feel constrained by social norms, which could lead to a demographic crisis if left unaddressed.

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.

Why these are sobering times for alcohol companies

For years, the industry relied on drinking remaining deeply woven into social life and consumer culture, but health concerns and tighter budgets are prompting people to drink less.

Pakistan to deploy paramilitary force to guard copper-gold belt

A salaryman, ghost and a water spirit walk into a coffee bar

Out May 21, visual novel Coffee Talk Tokyo trades flashy gameplay for thoughtful meditations on life in a near-future Japan.

U.S. seeking transfer of intellectual property rights in drone deal, Kyiv says

Washington appears interested in getting access to critical technologies and rights that would allow it to replicate the equipment, a source said.