Long-term interest rates surge under Takaichi government amid planned food tax cut Long-term interest rates have spiked under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi; 10-year JGBs reached 2.90% and a food consumption …
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Olympus announces robotic endoscopy initiative as AI takes physician workloads
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiOlympus pushes endoscopic robotics toward robotic consoles to ease physician workloads Olympus pushes endoscopic robotics from bedside to robotic consoles, aiming to cut physician workloads while facing training, regulatory and …
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China’s Ethnic Unity Law takes effect as UNHCR and EU urge repeal
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina’s Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress Takes Effect, Prompting Global Calls for Repeal China’s Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress came into force on July 1, 2026, …
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Hormuz Strait normalization uncertain after US and Iran memorandum takes effect
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoHormuz Strait Navigation Uncertain Despite US–Iran 14-Point Memorandum US and Iran’s 14-point memorandum aims to halt hostilities; Japan urges free, safe passage through the Hormuz Strait as dozens of Japan-related …
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Mike Vrabel Takes Indefinite Leave to Seek Counseling After Photos Prompt Investigation Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is taking an indefinite leave to seek counseling after photos with reporter Dianna Russini …