Microsoft to invest $10bn in Japan

Microsoft to invest $10bn in Japan

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TOKYO -- Microsoft Corp. said Friday it will invest US$10 billion in Japan between 2026 and 2029 to beef up artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure capacity in the country and reinforce cybersecurity cooperation with the government.

Bear sightings begin to increase as hibernation ends

Bear sightings begin to increase as hibernation ends

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TOKYO -- Local authorities in Japan are warning people to watch out for bears as they emerge from hibernation.

Japan to step up fight against scam proceed laundering

Japan to step up fight against scam proceed laundering

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TOKYO -- The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved Friday amendments to the criminal proceeds transfer prevention law to give police stronger ammunition to crack down on money laundering by scammers.

Dinosaur collagen used to create one-of-a-kind handbag

Dinosaur collagen used to create one-of-a-kind handbag

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Scientists and designers unveiled on Thursday a handbag made with collagen derived from Tyrannosaurus rex fossils from the U.S. in a unique creation intended to demonstrate the value of laboratory-grown leather.

Slow boat to Ilulissat: long nights on Greenland's last ferry

Slow boat to Ilulissat: long nights on Greenland's last ferry

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It's Friday night and the port in Nuuk is a hive of activity. Passengers loaded down with heavy bags hurry aboard a rusty red and white ship -- Greenland's last ferry.

Artemis astronauts blast towards Moon on historic mission

Artemis astronauts blast towards Moon on historic mission

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A quartet of astronauts soared into space Wednesday aboard NASA’s towering new lunar rocket, beginning the first crewed journey around the Moon in more than half a century.

Lego to continue sports expansion with soccer players

Lego to continue sports expansion with soccer players

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Danish toymaker Lego will continue its expansion into the sports market this year with a collaboration with four of the world’s most famous soccer players.

Under global spotlight, Australia plays hardball on social media ban

Under global spotlight, Australia plays hardball on social media ban

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SYDNEY -- Since Australia banned children from using social media in December, lawmakers from Spain to Malaysia have expressed interest in following suit, while U.S. courts have found tech firms negligent toward young users.

Japan emission trading system begins

Japan emission trading system begins

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TOKYO -- Japan has begun an emission trading system in which companies that emit large amounts of carbon dioxide must participate.

JAL, ANA to raise fuel surcharges in June, July

JAL, ANA to raise fuel surcharges in June, July

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TOKYO -- Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways will raise fuel surcharges for tickets issued in June and July, nearly doubling the rates from April and May, due to rising oil prices linked to the situation in Iran, it was learned Wednesday.