At this year’s CES in Las Vegas, one concern frequently voiced by Elon Musk appeared to materialize in plain sight. Across the vast exhibition halls, Chinese-made humanoid robots were impossible to miss—playing table tennis, cleaning floors, performing martial arts moves, and engaging visitors with increasingly lifelike motions. Their presence underscored a deeper reality: the intensifying… Continue reading China’s Humanoid Robots Steal the Spotlight at America’s Biggest Tech Show
China’s Dual-Use Export Ban on Japan Marks a Sharper Turn in Economic Tensions
China’s decision to impose export controls on goods with both civilian and military applications destined for Japan represents a significant escalation in an already strained bilateral relationship. The move, announced by Beijing this week, has the potential to disrupt established trade patterns and deepen economic uncertainty between two of Asia’s largest economies. At the center… Continue reading China’s Dual-Use Export Ban on Japan Marks a Sharper Turn in Economic Tensions
Korean Words Make Their Mark in the Oxford English Dictionary
Korean culture continues to shape global language trends, with eight everyday Korean terms now officially recognized in the Oxford English Dictionary. The latest update highlights how Korean food, social customs, and lifestyle concepts are becoming increasingly familiar to English speakers worldwide. This new batch of entries reflects words commonly used in daily life in Korea.… Continue reading Korean Words Make Their Mark in the Oxford English Dictionary
Japan’s Long Road Back to Artificial Intelligence
From early tech dominance to a carefully planned second act In the glow of Japan’s neon cities during the 1980s, the future once felt inevitable. At a time when Silicon Valley was still finding its footing, Japan was already investing aggressively in advanced technologies that promised to reshape society. Government laboratories buzzed with ambition, corporations… Continue reading Japan’s Long Road Back to Artificial Intelligence
Japanese Startups Turn to Chatbot-Powered Apps to Treat Medical Conditions
Digital therapeutics gain traction in a traditionally paper-based health system Japan’s healthcare system is often praised for its accessibility and outcomes, but when it comes to digital adoption, it has lagged behind many other advanced economies. Even today, paper medical records, handwritten prescriptions, and in-person consultations remain the norm at many clinics and hospitals across… Continue reading Japanese Startups Turn to Chatbot-Powered Apps to Treat Medical Conditions
Steelers Stun Ravens to Claim AFC North and End Baltimore’s Playoff Hopes
The Pittsburgh Steelers delivered a dramatic late-season statement on Sunday night, knocking the Baltimore Ravens out of the playoff picture with a tense 26–24 victory that secured Pittsburgh the AFC North title and a home game in the opening round of the postseason. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers engineered the decisive moment with less than a minute… Continue reading Steelers Stun Ravens to Claim AFC North and End Baltimore’s Playoff Hopes
Gambling-Blocking Apps Could Become a Lifeline for Addiction Recovery in Japan
As online gambling continues to grow in reach and accessibility, concerns over addiction are mounting in Japan. In a development welcomed by mental health advocates, a U.K.-based technology company has introduced a gambling-blocking app tailored for Japanese users, offering a potential new tool for people struggling to control their betting habits. The app, called Gamban,… Continue reading Gambling-Blocking Apps Could Become a Lifeline for Addiction Recovery in Japan
Japanese Studies Link Dental Health to Longevity and Long-Term Care Risk
Dental health may be far more than a cosmetic or comfort issue in old age. New research from Japan suggests that the condition of an older adult’s teeth can offer important clues about their overall health, life expectancy and likelihood of requiring long-term care. Two large-scale studies conducted by researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University and… Continue reading Japanese Studies Link Dental Health to Longevity and Long-Term Care Risk
New Year’s Sales Return to Japan’s Department Stores Amid Inflation Pressures
Japan’s major department stores kicked off their annual New Year’s sales this week, reviving one of the country’s most familiar retail traditions even as inflation continues to weigh on consumer sentiment. The start of the sales season, marked by the release of fukubukuro — or “lucky bags” — drew early-morning crowds eager to see what… Continue reading New Year’s Sales Return to Japan’s Department Stores Amid Inflation Pressures
NHL Stars Return to the Olympics, Reigniting Ice Hockey’s Global Spotlight
The Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics are shaping up to mark a turning point for international ice hockey, as the sport’s biggest names prepare to return to the Olympic stage for the first time in more than a decade. With the United States and Canada naming rosters stacked with elite NHL talent, anticipation is building that the… Continue reading NHL Stars Return to the Olympics, Reigniting Ice Hockey’s Global Spotlight