The threat of import tariffs may be a blow to tequila drinkers in the United States, but the need to find alternative markets may introduce the Mexican liquor to a whole new generation of fans in Japan. #japan #usa #business #trade #politics

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On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, NHK World’s Dhra Dhirakaosal reports from Ho Chi Minh City, where she finds Vietnamese celebrating a peaceful present and a hopeful future built on the sacrifices of the past. #vietnam #usa #asean #asia

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Film cameras are back in the spotlight as people who grew up in the digital era discover the joys of analog photography. #japan #business #camera #art #culture

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With Vietnam set to mark a half century since the end of the war, NHK World reports from Ho Chi Minh City on memories and legacies of the conflict. #vietnam #asia #asean #vietnamwar #usa

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More stress for household budgets after the rising cost of rice, cabbage and other staple food drove January inflation above 3 percent. #business #japan

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The US dollar has been steadily weakening against the currency of many of its trading partners in recent weeks. We look at why the world's reserve currency is likely to remain under pressure, whatever the outcome of President Donald Trump's trade offensive. #business #usa #dollar #japan #trump

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More young people in China are turning away from traditional ideas of marriage and embracing independent lifestyles -- and the government is worried. #china #asia #lifestyle

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[Set List]
It Always Starts With Rain (HAJIMARIWA ITSUMO AME)
SAY YES
My Eyes Will Lie To You (Boku wa Konome de Uso o Tsuku)
In The Sunlight And Dust (Taiyou to Hokori no Naka de)
PRIDE

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ASKA, a legendary figure in Japanese music with a career spanning over four decades, brings his unmistakable voice and a powerhouse nine-piece band to deliver an unforgettable live performance—intimate, raw, and deeply moving. He’s not just a Japanese icon—ASKA has been winning hearts across Asia with recent concerts in Malaysia, Taiwan, and beyond. Now, he's ready to reach the world. ASKA’s setlist? Pure fire. Every song is a fan favorite, including massive CHAGE & ASKA hits like SAY YES—a cultural anthem—and solo classics like HAJIMARIWA ITSUMO AME (It Always Starts With Rain). These songs shaped the soundtrack of the '90s in Japan and across Asia, and now they’re getting a fresh, deeply personal arrangement just for tiny desk concerts JAPAN. Filmed in the heart of Tokyo at NHK's Shibuya office, this is more than a concert—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Don’t miss this intimate, soulful journey through the golden era of J-pop—reimagined for the world stage.

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Take a spiritual journey to Oita’s Kunisaki Peninsula, where temples, shrines, rituals and traditions have endured since ancient times.

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Okinawa is an archipelago full of incredible natural beauty and a rich culture which flourished during its time as the Ryukyu Kingdom. See why millions of visitors from Japan and around the world have been charmed by its tropical treasures.

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Chow down in Osaka, a historic merchant town where the locals live to eat and love to speak their mind.

Japan and Vietnam vow to tighten security ties and work together to ease the impact of US tariffs. NHK looks at the situation from Ho Chi Minh City as Vietnam prepares to mark 50 years since the end of the Vietnam war.
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A Tokyo man who was accidently switched with another baby in a maternity hospital 67 years ago has won a lawsuit that’s a step toward tracing his biological parents. #baby #japan

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Two decades on, a rail disaster near Osaka remains a painful reminder of what can go wrong when employees are pushed too hard. NHK WORLD's Sato Mariko brings us more from the site. #japan #railway #disaster

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In Toyama, ramen with a briny black broth, slices of braised pork belly slices and topped with green onions is best paired with a bowl of rice.

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An octogenrarian oversees the operations of a thriving apple orchard in rural Gunma.

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The Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) held a rally for Sembawang West SMC at Evergreen Primary School on Saturday (Apr 26).

SDP secretary-general Chee Soon Juan delivered the closing speech for the night, while SDP candidates for Sembawang GRC, Marsiling-Yew Tee GRC and Bukit Panjang SMC were among those who spoke.

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Watch Progress Singapore Party rally for Bukit Gombak SMC at Bukit Gombak Stadium from 7pm on Apr 26. #ge2025

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The Workers' Party (WP) said "no promises, commitments or agreements" were made to religious teacher Noor Deros, or anyone else, in exchange for political support for WP candidates, clarified secretary-general Pritam Singh on Saturday (Apr 26).

"If he thinks that endorsement means we will carry his views and share his sentiments, he is sadly mistaken," said Mr Singh in relation to Noor Deros calling his followers to vote for WP candidates such as former Aljunied GRC MP Faisal Manap, who is contesting in Tampines GRC this election.

Mr Singh's statement comes a day after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Elections Department Singapore (ELD) revealed that several online election advertisements had been posted by foreigners, urging Singaporeans to vote along religious lines. The authorities said they directed Meta to block access to these posts for users in Singapore.

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Five political parties will take part in Singapore Votes 2025: The Roundtable hosted by Mediacorp. The 90-minute question-and-answer programme will be broadcast live on Sunday (Apr 27) at 8pm.

The parties which accepted the invitation to take part are:
People's Action Party
Workers' Party
Red Dot United
People's Alliance for Reform
Progress Singapore Party

Mediacorp had said in a media release that similar to GE2020, it intended to invite participants from the four political parties fielding the largest number of candidates to the roundtables. However, since there is a tie between two parties for the fourth spot, five parties were invited. #ge2025

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