ALS Progression Linked to Blood Metabolites in New Study
Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan have linked blood levels of N-acyl taurines, or NATs, to disease progression rates in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients.
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Sony A7 V Named EISA Camera of the Year 2026-2027 After Strong Japan Sales
Sony’s full-frame mirrorless camera has captured the EISA Camera of the Year 2026-2027 title following continuous top sales in Japan since its December 2025 release, adding a…
Takaichi Administration Advances Refundable Tax Credits and Food Tax Cut
Following her sweeping general election victory in February 2026, Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae’s administration advanced long-delayed refundable tax credits and a temporary…
Onoe Tatsunosuke III & Ichikawa Somegoro VIII Embark on First Intl Tour
Onoe Tatsunosuke III, 20, emphasized the importance of sustaining Kabuki’s growing popularity beyond a “fad.” We must not let this end as just a fad, but instead pass it on to the…
Casio revuelve su legado de relojes digitales de los 80 con un reloj inteligente desligado
Casio has launched two new wearable devices: the F-B100W smartwatch, a minimalist fitness tracker with two-year battery life, and the CRW-H001M-8 health-monitoring ring, available…
Japan Bets on 370 Trillion Yen Investment to Drive Growth and Green Shift
Japan has designated fiscal year 2027 as the start of a new era of responsible and proactive public finances. The economic blueprint aims for 370 trillion … Read more
Galaxy Z Fold8 Passport Design Wins Over Apple Loyalists
Samsung Electronics sold 1.44 million preorders for the Galaxy Z Fold8 in domestic markets, the highest ever for a Galaxy device. The new foldable phone features … Read more
Putin’s Visit to Disputed Islands Sparks U.S. Support for Japan
On August 14, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first visit to the disputed islands in the Sea of Okhotsk, prompting strong Japanese condemnation and … Read more
Storm Emeralda TCG Launches July 31 With Mega Rayquaza ex in Japan
Japan receives the Storm Emeralda Pokémon TCG set on July 31, 2026, starring Mega Rayquaza ex. Western collectors face a three-month wait until Delta Reign launches … Read more
Japan Earthquake: Kyushu Region Hits 7.1-Magnitude Quake, Tsunami Warning Issued
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Kyushu region, triggering a tsunami warning and disrupting rail services, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No nuclear issues were reported, … Read more
Japan Sets Record as Temperatures Beat Over 40C
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) officially noted the country’s first “kokushobi,” a term introduced in April to describe days when temperatures reach 40C. Tajimi and Gujo … Read more
Chinese Aircraft Carrier Conducts Drills in Western Pacific
The People’s Liberation Army Navy has deployed the aircraft carrier Liaoning and its accompanying strike group to the Western Pacific for a series of live-fire exercises … Read more