Why Japanese Oscar Contender ‘Black Box Diaries’ Isn’t Being Shown in Japan

Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.

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The best picture and best actress nominations for “I’m Still Here” have inspired national pride in a country whose culture has long been overlooked.
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Microsoft and Playground Games have announced that the new Fable game has been delayed to 2026. This update from the head of Xbox Games Studios, Craig Duncan, on the official Xbox podcast .. "We ...
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Former prime minister and ex-Tesla board member plan to approach Elon Musk to support struggling carmaker
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Is the downfall of a Japanese star a turning point for women's rights?

The downfall of Masahiro Nakai is a marked departure from how Japan treats claims of sexual violence.
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Lammy hosts UK-Japanese private business roundtable

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How a monster Japanese success conquered the world

The Monster Hunter series exploded in popularity globally after years of success in Japan. How did they do it?
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Blackhawks' Jones Has Been Linked to 3 Contenders

Seth Jones is discussing trade options with the Chicago Blackhawks to get him to a team he can have a chance of winning with sooner than later.
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Romania’s pro-Moscow presidential contender quizzed by prosecutors

Far-right candidate Călin Georgescu picked up by police while raids across the country targeted people close to his campaign
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It’s Time to Consider the Lakers as N.B.A. Title Contenders

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Black Men Smile prioritizes Black joy in bleak times

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Japan’s births fell to record low in 2024

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Japan births fall to lowest in 125 years

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USWNT loses to Japan in 1st defeat of Hayes era

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The Organ Transplant List Is Being Ignored

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Before Going to Tokyo, I Tried Learning Japanese With ChatGPT

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Rich in cash, Japanese automaker Toyota builds a city to test futuristic mobility

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