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Robots are here to 'liberate' us from boring work, claims Softbank CEO

Masayoshi Son, one of Japan's wealthiest people, said a future generation of practical "smart robots" would "replace" the entire human working population.

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Japanese PM poised to resign after bowing out of party vote

Yoshihide Suga came under fire for his handling of the pandemic and for holding the Olympics despite the public’s health concerns.

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Japan reports more contamination in Moderna vaccines from Spain

Japan has detected black particles in more vials of the Moderna coronavirus vaccines imported from Spain.

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Two die in Japan after receiving suspended Moderna COVID vaccines

The Japanese government had suspended the Moderna vaccine earlier this week over concerns of contaminants in 1.63 million vaccine doses.

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Tokyo Paralympics putting Japan’s accessibility issues in spotlight

Activists have welcomed the progress made on accessibility and inclusion issues but warn that there is still a long way to go in changing attitudes towards disabled people in Japan.

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Japan suspends use of 1.63m Moderna vaccines over contamination fears

Officials have asked Moderna to conduct an emergency investigation and told medical institutions to stop using the vaccine produced in Spain.

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Fireworks mark start of Tokyo2020 Paralympic Games

Fireworks light up the sky above Tokyo's National Stadium as the postponed Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games kick off, with people gathering outside the stadium, hoping to taste the atmosphere despite being locked out.

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Japanese FM discusses de-escalation with Iranian officials

The Iranian president met Sunday with Japan's foreign minister in the capital of Tehran and the two discussed de-escalation of tensions in the region, Iranian news agencies reported.

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Robot cafe offers new spin on disability inclusion in Tokio

At a Tokyo cafe, robots are intended to be more than just a gimmick, offering job opportunities for those who cannot work outside their homes. The robots are remotely controlled by disabled people, who can also communicate with customers via the robot.

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Hi-tech repair shop for Paralympians opens in Tokyo

With over 100 specialists staffing the shop, athletes in the Paralympic village can be sure their prosthetics, wheelchairs and other equipment is in mint condition during the Games.

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Creator and 'Godfather of Sudoku' Maki Kaji dies aged 69

It wasn’t until 2004 that Sudoku became a global hit after a fan from New Zealand pitched it and got it published in the British newspaper The Times

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Looking for love? Tinder will need to see your ID

The company said a new option to verify users' ID would be voluntary at first. Japanese users have had to prove their identities since 2019.

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Ship breaks into two off Japan causing oil leak

A Panamanian ship broke into two in Aomori Prefecture, spilling oil into the ocean. All 21 crew members from China and the Philippines were rescued by helicopter.

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Nagasaki marks atomic bombing 76 years on

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga on Monday called for nations to disarm themselves of nuclear weapons as the country marked the 76th anniversary of the world's second atomic bombing.

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At least 10 people stabbed on a Tokyo commuter train

At least 10 passengers were stabbed with a knife by a man on a commuter train in Tokyo on Friday.

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Japan marks 76th anniversary of Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings

Japan's Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga attended a memorial commemorating the 76th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

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Today at the Olympics: Portugal's Pichardo wins triple jump gold

The Summer Olympics continue with several gold-medal races in kayak, swimming and athletics, the men's basketball semifinals and the women's football bronze medal match.

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Could vibrating shoes improve daily life for the visually impaired?

The new device aims to make navigation safer and easier for people who are visually impaired and travelling alone.

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Today at the Olympics: Dutch teammates tie for cycling record

From cycling to skateboarding, here is a roundup of what's happening today at the Olympics.

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Today at the Olympics: US gymnastics star Simone Biles is back

Today at the Olympics: US gymnastics star Simone Biles announces comeback; Dutch runner falls and wins 1,500-metre heat.