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Japan passes a revised law allowing joint child custody for divorced parents for the first time

www.bostonglobe.com

Under the current law, child custody is granted to only one divorced parent, almost always the mother.

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Tencent's Biggest MOBA 'Honor of Kings' Set to Launch in Europe, Japan, North America Next Month

www.techtimes.com

Tencent's renowned MOBA, Honor of Kings, launches globally on June 20, targeting Europe, Japan, and North America, amid China's gaming regulation challenges.

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The US ambassador to Japan visits southern islands at the forefront of China tension

kvia.com

By MARI YAMAGUCHI Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — The U.S. Ambassador to Japan has stressed the importance of increased deterrence and his country’s commitment to the alliance with its key ally as he visited two southwestern Japanese islands…

The US ambassador to Japan visits southern islands at the forefront of China tension

www.independent.co.uk

The U.S. Ambassador to Japan has stressed the importance of increased deterrence and his country’s commitment to the alliance with its key ally as he visited two southwestern Japanese islands at the forefront of Tokyo's tension with Beijing

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World News | Japan Passes a Revised Law Allowing Joint Child Custody for Divorced Parents for the First Time

www.latestly.com

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Japan's parliament on Friday passed a revision to the country's civil code that will allow divorced parents the option of joint child custody, a change that brings the nation in line…

Fox Chapel Area grad Nathaniel Serkov serving on Navy helicopters in Japan

triblive.com

Nathaniel Serkov credits his success in the Navy to his upbringing in the Lower Valley.

UPDATED - SYLA Technologies to Participate in the NASDAQ JAPAN IR EVENT

www.benzinga.com

With its listing on the Nasdaq exchange on March 31, 2023, SYLA helped spearhead the surge in interest and demand among Japanese companies seeking Nasdaq listings, with eight Japanese companies currently listed on the exchange. In…

Tap to Pay on iPhone continues rollout, reaching Japan

9to5mac.com

Apple is continuing the rollout of Tap to Pay on iPhone, with Japan the latest country to allow small businesses to accept contactless payment without the need for a card terminal.

Week Ahead – Flash PMIs, UK & Japan CPIs in Focus; RBNZ to Hold Rates

www.actionforex.com

After cool US CPI, attention shifts to UK and Japanese inflation Flash PMIs will be watched too amid signs of a rebound in Europe Fed to stay in the spotlight as plethora of speakers, minutes on tap No fireworks expected from RBNZ policy…

Apple's Tap to Pay on iPhone comes to Japan, making it easier than ever for small businesses to accept contactless payments

www.imore.com

Apple has brought its Tap to Pay on iPhone feature to Japan to offer a new way for businesses to accept payments.

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‘Catastrophic consequences’ – UK, France, Germany, Japan, other Western countries caution Israel over Rafah

www.vanguardngr.com

"We urge the Government of Israel to let the humanitarian aid enter into the Gaza strip through all relevant crossing points, including the one in Rafah."

Saudi crown prince seeks soft power in game hub Japan

guardian.ng

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits Japan next week, where he will hold talks on energy while hunting more opportunities in gaming as he seeks to improve Saudi Arabia's image.

U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel Merger: A Potent Catalyst for U.S.-Japan Relations and Technological Advancement

www.jdsupra.com

As the proposed $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel garners global attention, its implications extend far beyond mere corporate gains. This merger symbolizes a strengthening of the crucial U.S.-Japan economic and…

Gran Saga, Anime-Style MMORPG that found success in Korea and Japan

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The acclaimed anime-style MMORPG, Gran Saga, has been loved by fans in Korea and Japan for years. Finding success in Korea and Japan, it seeks to offer the same immersive experience to a global audience. Seoul, Korea, May 17, 2024 …

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Accenture Expands In Japan - What's Going On?

www.benzinga.com

Accenture strengthens its digital prowess in Japan with the acquisition of OPENSTREAM HOLDINGS, enhancing its capabilities across various industries.

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Merchants in Japan can finally use Tap to Pay for iPhone

appleinsider.com

Apple Tap to Pay has rolled out in another country, with Japanese users now able to take card payments directly from their iPhone.

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Japan revises nearly 80-year-old law, allowing joint custody for divorced parents by 2026

www.foxnews.com

Japan's parliament has passed a revision to the civil code, allowing divorced parents the option of joint child custody, effective by 2026, officials say.

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