Japan

'Japanese walking' - the newest social media trend

Also known as interval walking, Japanese walking is the latest workout trend to sweep social media, claiming to improve cardiovascular health, support weight loss, and boost endurance.

Download all of Netflix in a second: Japanese engineers achieve world's fastest internet speed

This unprecedented achievement was made possible through an innovative 19-core optical fiber system, described as a '19-lane highway' for data transmission.

 IN RESPONSE to threats posed across the Taiwan Strait, the island has significantly bolstered its d

US demands clarity from allies on their role in potential war over Taiwan, FT reports

The Financial Times reported that the request caught both Tokyo and Canberra off guard, as the US itself does not offer a blank check guarantee to defend Taiwan.

Team recreates 30,000-year-old sea crossing from Taiwan to Japan in dugout canoe

Paddling over 45 hours across the open sea, the crew navigated using only the sun and stars to overcome the strong Kuroshio current.

G7 leaders say Israel has right to defend itself in statement on Iran strikes

"At one point, there was concern they wouldn't be able to produce a joint declaration," a Western diplomat told the Post.

Japanese walking technique IWT boosts health with interval training

Studies show alternating fast and slow walking improves fitness and reduces health risks.

Unlocking the Gen Z craze: Matcha's surprising health benefits

Matcha, dubbed the 'Gen Z green juice,' is a favorite among girls and influencers, with its vibrant green color trending on social media platforms like Instagram.

Facial scent? Israeli-Japanese project offers personalized aroma via facial AI analysis

Israeli startup SOLO and Japan’s NTT join forces to offer AI-based facial analysis for personalized aroma recommendations, now available at NTT’s new experiential center in Tokyo, Japan.

Int'l universities seek to lure US-bound students amid Trump crackdown

Chinese students have been particularly targeted in Trump's crackdown, with Rubio pledging to "aggressively" crack down on their visas.

By REUTERS
30/05/2025

What's in a name? Japan cracks down on 'glittery' baby names

Names such as Pikachu, Diamond, Nike, and even Devil have become increasingly common in Japanese classrooms over the past 30 years.

30/05/2025
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