The Mainichi Shimbun

The Mainichi Shimbun, which translates to "Daily News," is one of Japan's leading newspapers, produced by The Mainichi Newspapers Co., Ltd. Alongside its twice-daily printed editions that cater to various regions, the Mainichi also runs an English-language news site known as The Mainichi (formerly Mainichi Daily News). Additionally, it releases a bilingual news magazine called Mainichi Weekly. The company also publishes various other materials, including paperbacks, books, and magazines, such as the weekly news publication, Sunday Mainichi.

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#1958

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#192

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#24

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Group consulting troubled sex workers in Japan launches crowdfunding drive - The Mainichi

Mar 1, 2025 | mainichi.jp

TOKYO --
Opinion: AI is assistive intelligence, leads to better democracy

Jan 29, 2025 | mainichi.jp | Audrey Tang

By Audrey Tang TAIPEI (Kyodo) -- There are serious global concerns about the misuse of synthetic content, ranging from psychological to financial and political harm. Artificial intelligence can amplify the misuse of such content and create doubt about the authenticity of what we see and hear. Creative AI can also be directed toward authoritarian use. It will not always be a democratic use. What should we do in the AI era? How should we control it?
Gaza ceasefire is delayed over dispute between Hamas and Israel

Jan 19, 2025 | mainichi.jp | Josef Federman

The Israeli military says it "continues to attack" inside the Gaza Strip as a dispute with Hamas delayed the start of a planned ceasefire. Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the military's chief spokesman, said the truce would not begin until Hamas hands over the names of three hostages to be released later on Sunday, echoing an earlier statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The truce had been set to go into effect at 8:30 a.m. local time.
A new Middle East: The unprecedented opportunity before us

Jan 16, 2025 | mainichi.jp | Gilad Cohen

By Gilad Cohen, Ambassador of Israel to Japan Israel's recent military victories over the Axis of Terror -- comprising Hamas, Hezbollah, the Shiite militias, and the Houthis, all under Iran's leadership -- have brought about tectonic shifts in the Middle East, presenting a unique opportunity for reimagined regional cooperation.
Bill Emmott: As 2025 dawns, it is China, not the US, that finds itself on shaky ground

Jan 9, 2025 | mainichi.jp | Bill Emmott

By Bill Emmott, independent writer, lecturer and international affairs consultant With the new year under way, much attention has been centred on January 20th, the date when Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States. Yet we actually know everything we can at present know about what a new Trump administration will bring and the condition America is in.
Hydrate. Make lists. Leave yourself time. And other tips for reducing holiday travel stress

Nov 24, 2024 | mainichi.jp | Katherine Roth

Hydrate. Make lists. Leave yourself time. And other tips for reducing holiday travel stress By KATHERINE ROTH Associated Press Travel can be stressful in the best of times. Now add in the high-level anxiety that seems to be baked into every holiday season and it's clear that travelers could use some help calming frazzled nerves. Travel pros say there is plenty you can do ahead of time to make for a happier and less-stressful holiday journey.
Bill Emmott: Where will new form of US leadership take the world?

Nov 15, 2024 | mainichi.jp | Bill Emmott

By Bill Emmott, independent writer, lecturer and international affairs consultant The comprehensive victory by Donald Trump and his Republican Party in the U.S. election on Nov. 5 undoubtedly signals a big change in the role that America will play in the world, at least for the next four years but potentially for many more. It no longer can be said that Trump's presidency in 2017-21 was an aberration against the normal trend of American global leadership.
Dog lifespan in Japan up by 0.75 years since 2010; owners face 'elderly pet care' hurdles - The Mainichi

Oct 20, 2024 | mainichi.jp

OSAKA -- Just like their human owners, pets are living longer, with an average lifespan for dogs in Japan up by 0.75 years since 2010 according to a n
200 people join candlelight vigil in Tokyo calling for cease-fire in Gaza - The Mainichi

Oct 7, 2024 | mainichi.jp

TOKYO -- About 200 people participated in a candlelight rally calling for a cease-fire in Gaza at a temple in Tokyo on the evening of Oct. 5, ahead of
Bill Emmott: Japan's new PM needs to change vicious cycle of low growth with positive one

Sep 26, 2024 | mainichi.jp | Bill Emmott

By Bill Emmott, independent writer, lecturer and international affairs consultant In Europe, we are better at producing reports recommending what needs to be done than at producing political leaders capable of doing it. On Sept.