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Japan launches next-gen H3 rocket

Japan’s space agency successfully launched its new flagship rocket on Saturday, finally achieving success after years of delays and overcoming two previous failed attempts. The next-generation H3 has been mooted as a rival to SpaceX’s…

Japan achieves historic moon landing

Japan's space agency, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), has successfully landed its high-precision lunar surface exploration vehicle, nicknamed the "Moon Sniper", on the moon. The landing marks a significant achievement for…

Japan, Italy to hold joint air drill

Japan and Italy will hold a joint fighter jet drill between Aug 2-10, a week after Japan announced a similar exercise with the French air force. Japan's Air Self-Defence Force (ASDF) said four Japanese F-15 jets and four Italian F-35A…