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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has won the catchphrase of the year for her pledge to “work, work, work, work and work ...

The country’s top leaders often present trophies to champions of the national sport. But like other women, Prime Minister ...

Tagawa's first film role was in Bernardo Bertolucci's 'The Last Emperor,' which won nine Academy Awards, including best ...