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Japan and the Philippines sign defence pact to counter 'growing China threat'

According to Japanese and Philippine officials, the new pact would assist both countries in responding to natural catastrophes, a shared concern, and taking part in UN peacekeeping missions, which will be an addition to facilitating cooperative fighting exercises.

Euronews

I ‘worldschool’ my son – these have been our most inspiring trips

From knife-making in Japan to beekeeping in Montenegro, Ruby Deevoy explains how she supplements her child’s education through travel

The Independent UK

Japan and the Philippines sign a new defense pact as they face growing China aggression

Japan and the Philippines have signed a defense pact that will allow the tax-free provision of ammunition, fuel, food and other necessities when their forces stage joint training to boost deterrence against China’s growing aggression in the region and to bolster their preparation for natural disasters

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Dollar Rebounds on an Upbeat Fed Beige Book

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell by -0.03%. The dollar finished slightly lower on Wednesday and was under pressure most of the day after the yen rallied on jawboning from Japanese government officials. The dollar still has some negative carryover from Monday, amid concerns over Fed independence, after...

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Dollar Slips as the Yen Recovers and Precious Metals Soar on Geopolitical Risks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.12%. The dollar is under pressure today after the yen rallied on jawboning from Japanese government officials. The dollar still has some negative carryover from Monday, amid concerns over Fed independence, after Fed Chair Powell said the Justice Department's threat of...

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"Music seems to have the power to connect hearts at a deeper level than words ever could": Japan and South Korean leaders cap diplomatic summit with a drum duet

President Lee and PM Takaichi bash out some K Pop anthems

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Photos show sacred deer wandering through Japan's ancient capital during Japan-South Korea summit

In Japan's ancient capital, Nara, deer moved through grass fields and shaded paths, lowering their heads toward visitors holding special crackers made just for them.

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Stock Index Futures Slip With Focus on U.S. Retail Sales and PPI Data, More Big Bank Earnings on Tap

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -0.44%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are down -0.66% this morning as investors trim risk ahead of a slew of U.S. economic data, including the retail sales report and producer inflation figures, comments from Federal Reserve officials, and earnings reports…

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Rental Family review – Brendan Fraser seeks meaning in pointless Japanese role-play drama

Fraser plays a hapless Tokyo-based actor working for a firm that offers bespoke therapeutic role-play services in director Hikari’s silly and saccharine film

The Guardian - UK

Toyota Reigns Supreme: World’s Best-Selling Carmaker For The Sixth Straight Year

UPDATE: The final numbers are in. Toyota and its Lexus, Daihatsu, and Hino subsidiaries sold a combined 11,322,575 units in 2025, a year-over-year increase of 4.6 percent.

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Prime Minister Takaichi and President Lee share drum session in Tokyo

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung surprised everyone by playing drums to K-pop hits after formal talks in Tokyo.

Euronews

Japan and South Korea leaders break into K-pop drumming after historic summit

Japanese and South Korean leaders agreed to deepen cooperation between their countries before they let loose in a surprise jam session

The Independent UK

Cymbal of unity? South Korea and Japan leaders bash out K-pop hits after summit talks

South Korean president Lee Jae Myung had his work cut out, picking up his drumsticks alongside Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, a former heavy metal drummer

The Guardian - AU

The Instax Mini Evo Cinema decade camera is delightfully weird and the most fun that I've had with a retro compact camera in a long time. But, it's not without some serious flaws

Now officially available outside Japan, the Instax Mini Evo Cinema is delightfully strange, but not without its flaws

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Marie Claire

Meet the Cast of 'The Boyfriend' Season 2: Your Guide to the Gay Singles Looking for Love in Japan

Netflix's trailblazing Japanese dating show is back—and with an international ensemble this time around.

The Conversation

Will Japan build nuclear weapons? Why China’s concerns are unfounded, for now

Tensions are growing in east Asia. The threat of a Chinese attack on Taiwan persists and, in recent weeks, North Korea has been testing its long-range missile capabilities. Russia’s reorientation of ties from Europe towards Asia is also accelerating and the America First rhetoric of Donald Trump is raising questions…

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Lost In Translation: 31 Iconic Movies With Hilariously Weird Foreign Titles

Have you ever wondered how your favorite movies are known in other countries? 🎞️ From Sweden to Greece, Italy to Japan, the movies are the same, but the tagline is completely different.

Digital Camera World

Kodak has the best-selling compact camera of the year – and it explains everything about 2025

This budget compact camera is Japan's best-selling model in 2025, beating premium rivals and highlighting Kodak's dominance of the compact camera comeback

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Just released, and already Japan's best-selling camera – leaving 100MP flagship far behind

Fujifilm and Sony's latest releases storm Japan's sales charts, flipping the rankings almost overnight

The Independent UK

Japan’s Takaichi poised to call snap election just 4 months after taking office

Prime minister seeking to capitalise on strong approval rating to boost her party’s seat tally

RideApart

Honda's Expanding Into Chill Lo-Fi Playlists Now

The Honda Beach Cleaner ATV has been participating in community cleanup activities across Japan for years, and now it has its own soundtrack.

Marie Claire

I Traveled to Japan In Search of Peace—What I Found Was So Much More

Only 7,000 miles to wellness and clarity.

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S&P Futures Muted as Investors Weigh JPMorgan Earnings, U.S. Inflation Data in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending down -0.08% this morning as investors digest an earnings report from JPMorgan Chase, the nation’s largest bank by assets, with the focus now turning to key U.S. inflation data.

Euronews

'Only in Japan can you see this!' Inside Nabana no Sato's winter illuminations

Thousands of people are visiting Japan’s largest light festival known as Nabana no Sato. Taking place some four hours from the capital Tokyo, one of the biggest attractions is a 35-metre-high reconstruction of Mount Fuji.

The Independent UK

‘Genius’ chimpanzee who could paint, count and recognise colours dies at 49

The research with Ai helped to establish an experimental framework for understanding the chimpanzee mind

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