Iran and U.S. reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump’s approval
The agreement would extend the truce for another 60 days and allow traffic to flow through the Strait of Hormuz while negotiators tackle issues such as Iran’s nuclear program.
Kore-eda’s sci-fi film ‘Sheep in the Box’ fuzzy at edges
Despite familiar themes, the acclaimed director’s latest film is ambivalent in its exploration of a futuristic premise.
Crime and comic antics abound in ‘Tokyo Burst: The Roundup’
Set in the same universe as a hit South Korean series, “Tokyo Burst: The Roundup” mashes up a cartoonish aesthetic with gripping violence.
Taiwan suspects Nvidia chips smuggled to China via Japan
Japan is one of many locations in Asia where Chinese companies access American AI chips — by renting hardware that’s owned by foreign firms and installed in overseas data centers.
Government urges transport firms to guard against AI misuse
The instructions were made at a meeting with operators from six infrastructure sectors, also including ports, airports, logistics and water supply.
Nomura raises annual profit target 50% after record year
Japan’s biggest brokerage seeks to post at least ¥750 billion ($4.7 billion) in annual pretax income by the year ending March 2031.
JAL bans cabin attendants from drinking before return flights
JAL announced that a flight scheduled to depart from Hiroshima was delayed by about 40 minutes, affecting 186 passengers, after a female cabin attendant drank more than allowed.
Japan and Philippines agree to elevate ties to new level amid China concerns
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also said they would begin formal negotiations on a key intelligence-sharing pact.
Osaka High Court backs safety approval for Oi nuclear reactors
The high court found that the NRA’s safety approval for the No. 3 and No. 4 reactors at the nuclear plant in the town of Oi was reasonable.
New Taiwan-Japan ferry service debuts on ship that has war evacuation role
The Yaima Maru is among vessels to be used to evacuate residents on southern Japanese islands to mainland Japan in times of crisis.