Japan’s ‘once in 30 years’ summer a sign of things to come

Weather officials warn Japan’s extreme summer was the result of climate change, and say more is on the way.

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Dengue fever strikes Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park

Government officials and scientists work to stem an outbreak of dengue fever centered on a downtown Tokyo park.

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Water-based battery aims to be emergency lifeline

Furukawa Battery announces an emergency battery that creates electricity by just adding water.

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Snow crab season underway in Toyama

Bidders gather at the first snow crab auction of the season in central Japan.

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Japan's first lady launches womenomics truck

Japan’s first lady Akie Abe helps launch a new mini truck aimed at women farmers.

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Abe cabinet drills for massive Tokyo quake

September 1st is National Disaster Prevention Day in Japan. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe attended an emergency drill with h...

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The grapes of cash

A single bunch of Ruby Roman grapes sells at auction for around $530.

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Fukushima Update #48Fukushima suicide ruling

In a landmark ruling, a Fukushima court holds TEPCO responsible for the suicide of an evacuee. Other news: Research help...

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Fukushima suicide ruling

In a landmark ruling, a Fukushima court holds TEPCO responsible for the suicide of an evacuee.

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New ALPS approved

The NRA has approved the use of a new piece of equipment to remove radioactive particles from contaminated water at Fuku...

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