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Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy
Japan could soon sell weapons overseas, including fighter jets, in a shift from its decades-old pacifist policy.
Published On 21 Apr 2026
Japan lifts tsunami alert after magnitude 7.7 quake
Published On 20 Apr 2026
Can Japan’s arms industry gain from Trump trust loss?
Published On 15 Apr 2026
Asia’s stock markets surge, oil falls on hopes for US-Iran talks
Published On 14 Apr 2026
World welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges lasting peace in the Middle East
Published On 8 Apr 2026
Iran releases on bail Japan national jailed amid antigovernment protests
Published On 7 Apr 2026
Women’s Asian Cup finalists accuse governing body over equal money
Published On 2 Apr 2026
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French President Macron visits Japan to discuss the energy crisis
Published On 1 Apr 2026
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War on Iran disrupts Asia’s used-car exports to the Middle East
Published On 30 Mar 2026
Video Duration 01 minutes 16 seconds 01:16

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Antonelli of Mercedes wins in Japan to become youngest F1 title leader

The 19-year-old Mercedes driver’s historic championship accomplishment came after he won his second F1 race in a row.

Verstappen calls his Red Bull ‘undriveable’ after more F1 woes at Japan GP

Kimi Antonelli and George Russell claim a Mercedes 1-2 at Suzuka but Max Verstappen’s Red Bull struggles continue.

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Helium hitch: Why US-Israel war on Iran could cause MRI scan delays

Shortage of helium will have ripple effects across medical and other industries.

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How does the current global oil crisis compare with the 1973 oil embargo?

The 1973 oil embargo removed 4.5 million barrels per day from global supply. Today, that figure stands at 20 million.

Unease in Japan after Trump cites Pearl Harbor to defend Iran war

US president’s reference to Japan’s 1941 attack has shaken Japanese as PM Takaichi’s silence gets mixed reaction.

Japan beat Australia to lift Women’s Asian Cup title

Japan edges tournament hosts Australia 1-0 in ⁠the Women’s ⁠Asian Cup final to claim third title in four editions.

Iran says it will allow Japanese ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz

Japan sources 90 percent of its crude from Middle East and is heavily dependent on exports transiting the key waterway.

Japan beat Australia 1-0 to seal third Women’s Asian Cup -updates

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Published on 21 Mar 2026
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Published on 21 Mar 2026
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Published on 21 Mar 2026
Nils Nielsen’s post-match reaction
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Refugee Council questions Australia’s Iran strategy at Women’s Asian Cup

Women’s Asian Cup hosts Australia face criticism for the political tug of war over the Iranian women’s football team.

Third time’s the charm? Australia face stern Japan test in Asian Cup final

Hosts Australia will be hoping to turn the tables on Japan as they meet for a third time in the Asian Cup final.

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