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Fifth Greenland hearing for anti-whaling activist Watson

A Greenland court will decide Wednesday whether to further extend US-Canadian anti-whaling activist Paul Watson's time in custody pending a decision on his extradition to Japan, where he is wanted over an altercation with whalers.

Radio France Internationale

Claesson Koivisto Rune on 30 years of their often Japan-inspired designs, charted in a new book

‘Claesson Koivisto Rune: In Transit’ is a ‘round-the-world journey’ into the Swedish studio's projects. Here, the founders tell Wallpaper* about their fascination with Japan, and the concept of aimai

Wallpaper

“I told Ibanez, ‘You make wonderful instruments, but you have nothing original.’ They said, ‘That’s why we’re here’”: How George Benson helped take Ibanez to the next level in the late-’70s

With multiple Ibanez signature guitars under his belt, the Breezin' guitarist shares the story of how his relationship with the Japanese guitar brand came about

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Japan readies ambitious $65 billion plan to revive homegrown semiconductor manufacturing — Expects economic return of over $1 trillion

The Japanese government is prepping to ink a bill that grants $65 billion in subsidies to revive local chip manufacturing.

Tom’s Hardware

Fender Hello Kitty Stratocaster marks 50 years of Sanrio’s finest cartoon cat

Hello Kitty reaches her half-century in 2025 and Fender Japan is out to celebrate with guitars and new merchandise, including a revival of its cult Squier Hello Kitty Stratocaster

Wallpaper

Nintendo reveals Donkey Kong Country theme park area in Japan: opening date and new rides

The new area features a bongo-based rhythm activity, inspired by the 2003 Gamecube title Donkey Konga, and a mine cart rollercoaster

Evening Standard

Japan's SoftBank returns to profit after gains at Vision Fund and other investments

Japanese technology conglomerate SoftBank Group swung back to profitability in the July-September quarter, boosted by its Vision Fund investments

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Netflix announces new Japanese family drama ‘Asura’ helmed by Palme d’Or-winner

The show will premiere in January 2025

The Independent UK

Mazda Will Make a New RWD, Six-Cylinder Sedan Under One Condition

When Mazda killed the 6 in Japan at the beginning of the year, it ruled out a next-generation sedan on the new rear-wheel-drive platform. Why? The company said its large SUVs with inline-six engines would act as their replacements (which they're not). The statement followed a similar announcement made in…

Motor1

Japan official clarifies why prime minister Ishiba was spotted ‘sleeping’ in parliament

Video showing Shigeru Ishiba dozing off in parliament went viral on social media on Monday

The Independent UK

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Faces Political Turmoil Ahead

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces challenges post-election, including a corruption scandal and opposition influence. Ishiba must navigate politi...

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Japan's Prime Minister Ishiba Reelected After Election Loss

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba reelected in Japan after election loss, faces challenges in forming coalition. Opposition leader Yoshihiko Noda defeated. Ish...

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await U.S. Inflation Data and Powell Speech

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are up +0.33%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.29% this morning as Donald Trump’s election victory continued to boost risk appetite, while investors looked ahead to U.S. inflation data, a fresh batch of corporate earnings reports, as well as remarks…

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The Independent UK

Japan politician apologises for remark about ‘women removing their uteruses after 30’

Naoki Hyakuta brought up the controversial idea in a YouTube programme, although he emphasised that he did not support it

The Independent UK

Japan’s Ishiba survives parliament vote as prime minister despite terrible election result

Ruling coalition keeps power despite losing majority in last month’s election

International Business Times

Japan PM Set To Form Minority Government

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces a parliament vote on Monday that is expected to keep him in the job, but with a fragile grip on power after a disastrous general election.

Motor1

Building a Perfect Car Is Tough, But This Copper Lexus LC500 Sure Comes Close

Early spring in Tokyo is magical. That’s when sakura—the Japanese cherry blossoms—envelop the city in delicate waves of white and pink. The flowers usually bloom in early April, and within mere weeks, they’re gone. The beauty and impermanence of these falling petals draws people from around the world.

The National (Scotland)

Opportunity for Scottish firms in Japan is massive, says new trade envoy

IT is time for Scottish firms to “think about Japan”, according to the government’s new trade envoy ...

Sports Illustrated

Japanese Star Roki Sasaki to Be Posted to MLB, Chiba Lotte Marines Announce

Rōki Sasaki, a Japanese star pitcher, is set to be posted to MLB by the NPB Chiba Lotte Marines

USA Today Sports Media Group

Roki Sasaki to the Dodgers? 4 reasons why they’re the favorite to sign the Japanese phenom

Why the Dodgers are the favorites to sign Roki Sasaki.

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