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Teachers Committing Indecent Acts: Schools Obliged to Check Individual History of Punishment

Editorial 17:05 JST, July 28, 2025 There has been no end to cases of school teachers committing indecent acts against children, causing great...

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New Pharmaceuticals Overseas: Change Situation in Which Foreign Drugs are Not Available in Japan

Editorial 17:01 JST, July 28, 2025 If groundbreaking new drugs are available overseas but cannot be used in Japan, it puts many patients at a...

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Unauthorized AI Generation: How Can Rights of Voice Actors, Singers Be Protected?

Editorial 16:25 JST, July 27, 2025 The act of using artificial intelligence to generate voices that sound identical to those of voice actors and...

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LDP Lawmakers Meeting: Does The Prime Minister Want To See Trust in The Party Plunge?

Editorial 14:00 JST, July 29, 2025 If internal strife continues, the Liberal Democratic Party as a whole could be abandoned by the people. Is this...

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Fiscal Confidence: Warnings from the Market Must be Taken Seriously

Editorial 15:13 JST, July 26, 2025 The ruling and opposition parties should recognize that the era when tax and fiscal policies could be...

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China and EU: Differences over Economy, Security Stand Out

Editorial 16:30 JST, July 27, 2025 The European Union and China are both dealing with pressure from the high tariff policy adopted by the...

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Voter Turnout in Upper House Election: The figure Has Improved, But What Should be Done Going Forward?

Editorial 15:17 JST, July 26, 2025 Voter interest in the House of Councillors election seemed to have been piqued by closely felt topics, such as...

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‘Unattended Delivery’: Many Challenges Remain to Further Expand Services

Editorial 15:28 JST, July 25, 2025 With labor shortages becoming more severe, there is a need to streamline home delivery services. The government...

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TOEIC Cheating: Significant Impact on Admission Process, Employment

Editorial 13:59 JST, July 22, 2025 Suspicions have emerged that cheating has been rampant on the TOEIC English proficiency test. The test results...

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Investigation of Medical Accidents: Improve The System So That Fairness Is Ensured

Editorial 16:29 JST, July 20, 2025 Even if there is a system to investigate the causes of medical accidents, that system will not prevent...

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Ishiba’s Announcement To Remain in Office: Prime Minister Should Not Prolong Turmoil by Clinging To Power

Editorial 14:00 JST, July 22, 2025 Democracy will cease to exist if the will of the people, which has repeatedly been expressed in elections, is...

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Withdrawal of Takeover Proposal for Seven & i: How to Increase Corporate Value Remains a Challenge

Editorial 15:35 JST, July 23, 2025 One of the largest-ever takeover bids by a foreign firm for a Japanese company has abruptly come to an end. The...

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Murder of 3rd-Year Junior High Student in Fukui: Prolonged Retrial Proceedings Hamper Redress for False Conviction

Editorial 16:46 JST, July 19, 2025 The former defendant, who was 21 years old at the time of his arrest, has already turned 60. Although he has...

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LDP, Komeito Struggle in Upper House Election: Haphazard Politics Leads to Distrust / Expand Coalition Framework to Achieve Stability

Editorial 14:30 JST, July 21, 2025 It has been nearly 10 months since the administration of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba began. Looking back on...

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Upper House Poll: Election Carries The Same Significance As Choosing A Government

Editorial 16:30 JST, July 20, 2025 As uncertain information is spreading easily and there are groups that make extreme assertions, making the...

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Mine Ban Convention: 6 Countries Urged to Reconsider Withdrawal Decision

Editorial 16:51 JST, July 19, 2025 Six European countries including Ukraine, which is currently subject to aggression from Russia, have decided to...

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Nissan Plant ‘Closures’: Break away from Negative Cycle and Step up Alliance Strategy

Editorial 15:21 JST, July 18, 2025 Nissan Motor Co., which has been restructuring its operations, has decided on large-scale closures of its...

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Wage Increases and Economic Growth: Take Measures to Boost Corporate Investment

Editorial 15:00 JST, July 17, 2025 To realize wage increases that will overcome rising prices, it is essential to strengthen the earning power of...

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Sexual Online Ads: Rectify Situation in Which Children Are Exposed to Such Content

Editorial 17:13 JST, July 14, 2025 Ads containing sexual content have been displayed on websites that are accessible to children, and the...

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U.S. Policy on Russia: Realistic Shift from Reconciliation to Pressure

Editorial 15:33 JST, July 16, 2025 U.S. President Donald Trump has changed his conciliatory stance toward Russian President Vladimir Putin’s...

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U.S. Tariff Notice: Unreasonable to Make Demands That Only Benefit One’s Own Interests

Editorial 15:00 JST, July 15, 2025 The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump failed to reach agreements with most countries and regions by...

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Regional Revitalization: What Should be Done to Maintain Functions of Local Govts?

Editorial 16:34 JST, July 12, 2025 Local governments are facing many challenges, such as depopulation and preparation for large-scale disasters....

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Deployment of Osprey Aircraft: Govt Must Make Every Effort to Dispel Residents’ Concerns

Editorial 15:43 JST, July 11, 2025 Even if effective defense equipment is procured, it will be meaningless if the understanding of the local...

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Lithium-ion Batteries: Prevent Ignition Accidents by Promoting Their Collection

Editorial 15:53 JST, July 10, 2025 Accidents involving the ignition of lithium-ion storage batteries that have been mixed in with household...

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U.S.’ 25% Tariffs on Japan: Don’t Panic. Work to Make a Stronger Economy

Editorial 14:52 JST, July 9, 2025 With the international situation becoming increasingly severe, the importance of the Japan-U.S. alliance...

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Festivals Facing Crisis: How Should Traditions Be Passed on to Next Generation?

Editorial 16:35 JST, July 6, 2025 Festivals and traditional events that have been passed down through the generations for many years in various...

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BRICS Summit: Member Nations’ Varying Distances from U.S. Became Clear

Editorial 14:55 JST, July 9, 2025 Will BRICS nations strengthen their opposition to the United States and Europe, or will they seek to coexist?...

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Passage of U.S. Tax-cut Bill: Concerns Grow over Fiscal Deterioration, Divisions in Society

Editorial 15:16 JST, July 8, 2025 The fiscal condition continues to deteriorate, and divisions in society are further deepening. This major...

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Harassment of Athletes: Anonymous Malice Tarnishes Sports

Editorial 14:00 JST, July 7, 2025 Harassment directed at athletes who are fighting with all their might to achieve victory for the team or to set...

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Stalking at All-Time High: Abuse of Electronic Devices Must Be Ended Quickly

Editorial 15:00 JST, July 5, 2025 With advances in digital technology, stalkers’ methods have become more sophisticated. Stronger measures,...

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Hospital Financial Difficulties: Restructuring of Medical Care in Regional Areas Is Inevitable

Editorial 16:41 JST, July 6, 2025 Many hospitals are experiencing financial difficulties, regardless of whether they are national, public or...

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Official Campaigning for Upper House Election Starts: How Will Japan Overcome an Era with Many Challenges? / Critical Occasion as New Govt Could be Chosen

Editorial 16:42 JST, July 3, 2025 There is no end to the challenges of domestic politics, such as soaring prices and an aging society with a low...

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Japan-U.S.-Australia-India Talks: Quad Nations Must Deepen Cooperation in Sphere of Economic Security

Editorial 15:28 JST, July 4, 2025 China has been strengthening its hegemonic activities. Under such circumstances, it is significant that the...

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Heatstroke Prevention: Caution Needed Even around End of Rainy Season

Editorial 16:38 JST, June 29, 2025 Heatstroke occurs when the body loses water and its ability to regulate temperature declines. Although...

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BOJ’s June Tankan Survey: Adverse Effects of U.S. High Tariffs May Appear from Now on

Editorial 16:35 JST, July 2, 2025 Although it was confirmed that the economy remains robust, there is a possibility that the adverse effects of...

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H2A Rocket: Pass Advanced Technology on to Next Generation

Editorial 15:59 JST, July 1, 2025 Japan’s mainstay large H2A rocket was successfully launched for the model’s final flight, concluding its...

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Japan Shogi Association: New Female President Could Be a Boon for the Game’s Popularity

Editorial 17:41 JST, June 30, 2025 For the first time in its more than 100-year history, the Japan Shogi Association will be led by a woman....

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Secret Photographing, Filming by Teachers: Outrageous Betrayal of Children Is an Abomination

Editorial 16:45 JST, June 29, 2025 For children, teachers are probably the adults closest to them in addition to their parents. The shock children...

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Public Assistance Ruling: Govt Bears Heavy Responsibility for Failing to Justify Reductions

Editorial 15:00 JST, June 28, 2025 Public assistance is an essential system for ensuring that people in need can live with peace of mind. A court...

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Super-long Government Bonds: Interest Rate Increases a Warning against Shaky Fiscal Discipline

Editorial 16:06 JST, June 27, 2025 Interest rates on super-long government bonds are climbing. This is probably because the increase in government...

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Fuji Media Holdings’ Shareholders Meeting: New Management Approved, But Much Work Remains To Be Done

Editorial 15:05 JST, June 26, 2025 Fuji Media Holdings Inc., which has been rocked by the sexual assault scandal involving former TV personality...

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Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly Election: LDP’s Struggle Highlights Public Dissatisfaction with Politics

Editorial 16:45 JST, June 23, 2025 The harsh election results likely reflected public dissatisfaction with the running of the current...

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Housing Problems: Prevent Real Estate Firms from Targeting Elderly, Forcing Home Sales

Editorial 14:29 JST, June 22, 2025 With real estate prices soaring, unscrupulous businesses have in many instances forced elderly people to sell...

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Nippon Steel: Acquisition of Major U.S. Manufacturer Aimed at Regaining Top Spot

Editorial 15:12 JST, June 25, 2025 Can Nippon Steel Corp., once the world’s largest steelmaker, regain the top spot? The Japanese steelmaker...

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Parties Gear Up for Upper House Poll: Result Certain To Influence The Fate of The Administration

Editorial 15:00 JST, June 24, 2025 If the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and its junior coalition partner Komeito, holding only a minority of...

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Shortage of Surgeons: Avoid Leaving Patients Unable to Undergo Needed Operations

Editorial 15:07 JST, June 19, 2025 Surgical operations directly affect the lives of patients. The weight of the responsibility and harsh working...

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Driver’s Licenses for Foreigners: Create System to Facilitate Understanding of Traffic Rules

Editorial 14:30 JST, June 22, 2025 There have been a series of accidents involving foreign drivers who cannot be said to have a sufficient...

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U.S. Financial Policy: Tense Situation in Middle East May Also Cause Economic Difficulty

Editorial 15:20 JST, June 20, 2025 In addition to U.S. President Donald Trump’s high tariff policy, growing tensions over Israel and Iran are...

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Middle East Crisis Broadens: Top Priority Is Avoiding All-Out War

Editorial 15:00 JST, June 18, 2025 The devastating attacks being traded by Israel and Iran on each other’s major cities constitute a state of...

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Military Parade in U.S. Capital: President’s Appropriation of the Military is Unacceptable

Editorial 15:35 JST, June 17, 2025 Amid unceasing warfare in Ukraine and the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump held a military parade in...

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