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Landmark Announcement: Electronic Publishing and Distribution Promotion Association Reveals List of Libraries Adopting E-book Services by July 2025 The Electronic Publishing and Distribution Promotion Association (電流協 – Denryu Kyo) has officially released a significant report detailing the libraries that have adopted electronic library (e-book) services, with a target implementation date of July 1, 2025. This … Read more

A New Chapter for New Zealand’s Cultural Heritage: National Library and Archives Embrace Joint Leadership Tokyo, Japan – In a significant development for the preservation and accessibility of New Zealand’s rich cultural heritage, the National Library of New Zealand and Archives New Zealand are transitioning to a shared leadership model. This strategic move, announced on … Read more

Here is a detailed article about the news from the National Diet Library’s Current Awareness Portal, presented in a polite tone and English: National School Library Association Announces Winners of the 27th School Library Publishing Award The National School Library Association (NSLA) has recently announced the distinguished recipients of the 27th School Library Publishing Award. … Read more

Japanese E-book Market Projected to Reach 670.3 Billion Yen in Fiscal Year 2024, Showing 3.9% Growth Tokyo, Japan – The Japanese e-book market is expected to experience continued growth in fiscal year 2024, reaching an estimated 670.3 billion yen. This represents a 3.9% increase compared to the previous year, according to a recent report released … Read more

Here is a detailed article about the news from the National Diet Library’s Current Awareness Portal, presented in a polite and informative tone: UK National Archives Unveils Newly Declassified Cabinet and Prime Minister’s Office Documents Tokyo, Japan – July 24, 2025 – The National Diet Library’s Current Awareness Portal has reported an significant development in … Read more

Here is a detailed article about the news from the National Diet Library’s Current Awareness Portal, presented in a polite tone and in English: Kyushu Institute of Technology Library Enhances Discovery with Innovative Virtual Shelving Feature The National Diet Library’s Current Awareness Portal has recently reported on a significant advancement in information discovery at the … Read more

U.S. Library of Congress Launches Innovative “LOCal” Initiative to Enhance Digital Experiences in Local Communities Washington D.C. – The U.S. Library of Congress (LC) has announced the launch of an exciting new initiative titled “LOCal.” This forward-thinking program aims to leverage the vastness of the Library’s digital collections to foster richer digital experiences within local … Read more

Navigating the Landscape of Open Access in Asia: Licensing and Copyright Considerations Tokyo, Japan – July 24, 2025 – The National Diet Library (NDL) is pleased to highlight a significant article published today on the Current Awareness Portal, titled “Challenges of Open Access in Asia: Focusing on Licenses and Copyright, etc. (Article Introduction).” This timely … Read more

Navigating the Open Science Landscape: Introducing the Transparency to Sustain Open Science Infrastructure (TSOSI) Beta Platform The National Diet Library’s Current Awareness Portal has recently announced the public release of the beta version of Transparency to Sustain Open Science Infrastructure (TSOSI), a promising new platform designed to provide a comprehensive overview of organizations supporting open … Read more

Announcement of Expropriation Proceedings: Enhancing Transportation Infrastructure in Spain Madrid, Spain – July 24, 2025 – The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility today announced the initiation of formal expropriation proceedings, designated as “Expropiación Forzosa 258ADIF2597.” This procedural step signifies the Ministry’s commitment to advancing critical infrastructure projects that will ultimately benefit the nation’s transport … Read more