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Japan's Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, asserted that other nations, including the US, have no say in determining Japan's defense budget, which is set to double over the next five years to counter regional security threats. Despite pressure from the US to increase spending further, Japan maintains that the quality of its defense capabilities is more important than the size of its budget.

As the new fiscal year begins in Japan, companies are implementing unique "bonding" initiatives for new hires to combat employee turnover, ranging from mini car races to company dormitories that foster interaction and network building. These innovative approaches highlight the growing recognition of the impact of employee turnover on businesses and the need to create a more engaged and loyal workforce.

Japan’s Astroscale has partnered with Bengaluru-based companies Digantara and Bellatrix Aerospace to collaborate on orbital services for the region, potentially marking its first commercial operations outside Japan in the Asia-Pacific. The alliance aims to develop technology for on-orbit servicing and debris removal, with initial projects planned for Indian government clients and further expansion into new markets.

Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose steep tariffs, arguing it would harm both the American and global economies. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, echoing similar concerns, hinted at considering countermeasures while emphasizing the need to protect Japan's trade interests amid escalating global tensions.

A groundbreaking study by researchers at Nagoya University has revealed that luteolin, a natural compound found in celery, broccoli, and other plants, holds immense promise in preventing gray hair. This discovery, published in the prestigious journal Antioxidants, could revolutionize hair care by paving the way for novel topical and oral treatments that effectively combat graying.