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The Bank of Japan implemented a seismic policy shift this month by raising rates for the first time in 17 years. Policymakers lifted the key rate out of negative territory ― from minus 0.1 percent to a range of zero to 0.1 percent ― in their first tentative move away from a long-standing ultra-easy monetary policy. The change ended Japan's outlier status as the world's only economy with negative interest rates.
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When disaster strikes, spreading information in multiple languages is vital. But sometimes people lack confidence in their proficiency. An associate professor at a Japanese university is now training volunteers about how to effectively communicate in English during emergencies. She says beyond language competency, speaking from the heart is most important when it comes to helping others.
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India is increasingly a country of haves, and many more have-nots. The latter camp recently used the ballot box to deliver Prime Minister Narendra Modi a stinging rebuke. He secured a third term in office, but must now rule without a single-party majority. Experts say the results of the general election stem from widespread discontent about inequality, and a lack of white-collar jobs.
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The total fertility rate in Japan has been in decline for eight consecutive years – a statistic that has profound implications for the country's future. NHK World’s Shimada Yukiko speaks to new and would-be parents about what is holding them back.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi secured his third term in office with a promise to ensure all students have an opportunity to pursue high-quality school education.
But for many families in poverty-stricken rural India, their children's education seems more of a far-fetched dream. NHK World's Hirayama Akihide visited Bihar state to see the struggle firsthand. -
Yamada Yoji has directed many of Japan's most beloved films, including the long-running series "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" ("It's Tough Being a Man"). His career spans decades, but he's not resting on his laurels. At the age of 92, he's helping coastal communities in Fukushima Prefecture recover from the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
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With Russia's invasion of Ukraine entering its third year, a more detailed picture has emerged of the devastation and suffering in one occupied city.
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Two years after Russia launched its ground invasion into Ukraine from the Belarus border in the north, NHK World visited the area to document the effort to prevent another incursion.
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Anime has captured the hearts of fans and critics worldwide. Every year, the Japanese industry racks up billions in profits and countless awards. But the gulf between the polished product on the screen and life at the coalface for the creators couldn't be greater. So tough are the conditions for most young animators that they can barely afford food.
One CG animator who got tired of seeing his fellow workers quit decided to do something about it. Ten years ago, he opened a subsidized dorm for young animators where they can sharpen their skills and bond with fellow strugglers. -
It's fair to say the worlds of cosplay and credit unions don't appear to have a lot in common. But a trail-blazing businesswoman in western Japan has a way to link the two in a mission to reenergize her community with creative young talent.
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The vyshyvanka is a Ukrainian shirt made of white linen, with embroidery on the lapels and sleeves. The garment dates back more than 1,000 years, and Russia's invasion means it's right back on trend.
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In an intersection of activism and art, an Israeli playwright's works about Palestinian prisoners were brought to life in Tokyo last year. Now, recordings of these poignant shows are touring community spaces across Japan, shedding light on the often invisible lives.
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Senior officials of Myanmar's ethnic minority and pro-democracy groups visited Tokyo in May to request support for their struggle against the ruling junta. The rebel alliance has escalated its resistance since October, prompting brutal reprisals that have worsened Myanmar's humanitarian crisis.
NHK spoke to the head of the Karen National Union (KNU) and a minister of the shadow National Unity Government (NUG) during their visit. -
The alliance led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party maintained a majority in India's general election. But the BJP lost a considerable number of seats, falling short of winning a single-party majority.
One of the contentious issues was religious divisions. The ruling party's policies have focused heavily on Hindus, who account for about 80 percent of the population. NEWSROOM TOKYO anchor Yoshioka Takuma traveled to West Bengal, a key election battleground, during the campaign. His conversations with voters provide some clues on how the public views the BJP's pro-Hindu agenda. - Vis mere
