World's first wooden satellite, developed in Japan, heads to space
The palm-sized LignoSat is tasked to demonstrate the cosmic potential of the renewable material as humans explore living in space.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Cherry blossom mingles with barbed wire and trenches in Kyiv park
For some of the visitors, the stark reminders of the war are as important as the springtime glory of the trees.
Sat May 06 2023
Nintendo's original Kyoto headquarters is being turned into a hotel
The opening is scheduled for April 1. And this is no joke!
Sun Feb 13 2022
Japan to widen state of emergency beyond Tokyo as virus surges - Media
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga told a meeting of ruling party executives on Tuesday he would declare a state of emergency for the three western prefectures of Osaka, Kyoto and Hyogo.
Tue Jan 12 2021
Blasting off towards the world's first wooden satellite
Sumitomo Forestry and Kyoto University are working to develop wooden structures that can be launched into space.
Tue Jan 05 2021
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Wed Dec 16 2020
How a sightseeing livestream of Kyoto sparked a controversy online
Many web users complained about JR West's involvement in this virtual visit, noting that Kyoto already suffered from overtourism.
Thu Nov 19 2020
Call centres expose fault line in Japan's pandemic fight
In the past few weeks, 17 infections were confirmed at a post office call centre in the northern island of Hokkaido.
Tue May 05 2020
'Appalling' arson attack on Japanese animation studio kills at least 33
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called the attack in the city of Kyoto - the latest grisly killing in a nation widely known for its low crime rates - "too appalling for words" and offered condolences.
Thu Jul 18 2019
Adult swaddling therapy fad hits Tokyo
Wrapped up from head to toe in a white bag and gently rocking from side to side, five Japanese mothers are hopeful Tokyo's latest health trend can cure their post-pregnancy aches and pains.
Tue Jan 31 2017
Japan police arrest alleged 'foot licker'
Japanese police have arrested a fetishist who allegedly licked and nibbled a woman's foot for more than 30 minutes, police said Tuesday.
Tue Nov 08 2016
Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata dies of cancer at 55
Nintendo's chief executive has died of cancer at the age of 55, it said Monday, in an upheaval for the Japanese video game giant just months after abandoning a consoles-only policy, among others.
Mon Jul 13 2015
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024