There is a general feeling of safety in Japan, where gun violence is incredibly rare. But the assassination of Shinzo Abe in a brazen attack may change that. ( read original story ...)
The DIY gun used to kill Japan’s Abe was simple to make, analysts say
The man suspected of killing former Japanese premier Shinzo Abe with a hand-made gun on Friday could have made the weapon in a day or two after obtaining readily available materials such as wood and ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Americans shocked by Abe killing: There ‘is no safe place’
Across the U.S., many Japanese Americans were horrified by Abe’s killing, and that gun violence could strike in such a high-profile way in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Elon Musk Sends a Message to Japan
Tesla's billionaire CEO takes a keen interest in global affairs.Elon Musk has succeeded in recent months to extend his growing influence beyond Silicon Valley and Wall Street.Tesla's (TSLA) - Get ... ( read original story ...)
Body of Shinzo Abe returns to Tokyo as Japan mourns former leader’s death
The body of Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe has returned to Tokyo on Saturday after he was fatally shot during a campaign speech the day before. Mr Abe (67), Japan’s longest-serving prime ... ( read original story ...)
Japan ex-PM Shinzo Abe had loving relationship with his outspoken wife, Akie
One can only guess at what went through the mind of Mrs Akie Abe on Friday (July 8) as she endured the long journey by train from halfway across the country to arrive at her husband's side in a Nara ... ( read original story ...)
Abe’s body returns to his home as Japan grieves for slain ex-PM
A motorcade carrying the body of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe arrived at his home in the Japanese capital on Saturday, a day after he was assassinated by a lone gunman in a rare act of political ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam-Japan trade reaches over US$20 billion in first half
VOV.VN - Two-way trade turnover between Vietnam and Japan during the opening six months of the year hit more than US$20 billion, according to the latest figures released by the General Department of ... ( read original story ...)
Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, defined politics for a generation
Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech Friday in Nara. He was 67. ( read original story ...)
Shinzo Abe dead: Elon Musk, Tim Cook react to assassination of Japan’s former prime minister
Shinzo Abe was assassinated during a campaign speech on Friday. The 67-year-old was Japan's longest-serving prime minister. ( read original story ...)
“Quite gracious of him”: Little Tokyo business owner meeting, taking photo with Shinzo Abe
The former prime minister of Japan was assassinated in western Japan, shocking the world. Kara Finnstrom reports. ( read original story ...)
US diplomats call on Japan’s crypto exchanges to cut ties to Russia: Report
United States officials reportedly requested several of the 31 crypto exchanges licensed to do business in Japan and certain miners to halt operations in Russia, directly or through subsidiaries. ( read original story ...)
Minister Champagne concludes business visit to Japan
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, concluded a visit to Japan, where he met with top business leaders in key sectors to continue promoting ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese living in Pune shocked at former PM Shinzo Abe’s assassination
Shinzo Abe, was shot twice from close range at around 11.15 am Japan time while addressing a public rally in Nara, Kansai, as part of campaigning for his colleague ... ( read original story ...)
Before fatal shooting, Japan’s Abe was up close with the crowd
Moments before he was fatally shot from behind on Friday, Japanese former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was doing what he'd done for decades: getting up close to the crowds and stumping for a local ... ( read original story ...)
Shinzo Abe, Japan’s right-wing militarist former prime minister, assassinated
Shinzo Abe, who ruled Japan as prime minister for a year in 2006 and then again from 2012 to 2020, was shot and killed Friday during a campaign rally in the town of Nara. ( read original story ...)