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The opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup marks more than a global sporting spectacle. As the world’s largest sports event, it is expected to draw billions of fans and …

As the global energy transition accelerates alongside the rapid expansion of high-tech industries, rare earth elements have become a strategic cornerstone of modern technology and clean energy supply chains. HOUSTON, …

As dual-income households rise in Japan, eating habits are shifting toward frozen foods and ready-made meals, while increasing male participation in cooking reflects changing family roles and a stronger focus …

After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is …

Pacific island nations rank among the highest globally in obesity prevalence, with American Samoa leading at 70%. This indicates a particularly severe obesity situation in the region, where many countries …

A growing number of Japanese food companies are simplifying product packaging, reflecting both rising production costs and a broader shift toward minimalist design and sustainable consumption. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – …

The global climate system may be entering another El Niño cycle, with extreme weather risks continuing to escalate. Climate change is increasingly shaping the global economy and household expenditures, from …

The 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows that global press freedom continues to deteriorate, with the average score hitting a 25-year low. More than half of the countries are classified …

Although inbound visitors to Japan in May slightly declined, several markets set new records. As the summer travel peak approaches, Kansai Airport has completed its renovation and reopened to strengthen …

As inbound tourism continues to recover, Japan’s tourism consumption has reached a new record high, with both shopping and experience-based spending increasing. The shift indicates that visitor spending patterns are …