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Cover Story: Trump’s Tariff-by-Tweet Tactics Are Pushing Global Trade Into Perpetual Uncertainty

The U.S. president’s ‘cartoon version of protectionism’ sees trade deals riddled with vague or conflicting terms

Caixin Global

Absurd Japan-themed delivery sim Promise Mascot Agency just added a whole bunch of grinding, but don't worry, it's the good, Tony Hawk kind of grinding

The Prepare to Grind update also adds time trial challenges and difficulty modes.

PC Gamer

$3 keychain lets you carry a functioning keyboard switch and keycap with you wherever you go — fidget toy is compatible with Cherry MX switches and keycaps

A Japanese company has started selling the My Key Keychain that accepts Cherry MX-compatible switches and keycaps, allowing you to bring your favorite keyboard feel wherever you go.

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Japanese interval walking: the viral exercise trend that could put a spring in your step

Alternating between fast and slow walking is particularly suited to people who do not do much regular exercise

The Guardian - UK

Powerful AP photos show the scars of a survivor of the Nagasaki atomic bombing

On the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, Japan, The Associated Press is republishing the extraordinary photos of one survivor of the attack.

The Independent UK

Restored Nagasaki Bell Rings In 80 Years Since A-bomb

Twin cathedral bells rang in unison Saturday in Japan's Nagasaki for the first time since the atomic bombing of the city 80 years ago, commemorating the moment the atrocity took place.

International Business Times

Nagasaki marks 80th anniversary of US atomic bomb attack on Japan

Nagasaki’s Immaculate Conception Cathedral was rebuilt in 1959 after being almost completely destroyed in the explosion.

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2-time Arima Kinen champion Grass Wonder dies at 30

The legendary thoroughbred was the last surviving Umamusume inspiration from Japan's "Golden Generation" of racehorses.

PC Gamer

Man Sells His Luxury Ferrari To Fund Shelter For Traumatized Dogs After One Saved His Life

Businessman from Japan finds new meaning of his life in starting a shelter for dogs with trauma.

Bored Panda

The common US medications that are banned overseas and what to know ahead of your next trip

The Independent UK

Just when I think I've seen everything, Nintendo breaks out wooden amiibo baby toys

This is a warning to parents, because Nintendo just made a range of Super Mario baby toys

GamesRadar

Deltarune's beloved Spamton is everywhere and Persona 3 fans are turning Japan's real-life Port Island into a JRPG mural in this viral web app that's seeing pixel artists literally take over the world

Wplace.live lets you cover the world map in pixels, and people have been making some seriously impressive stuff

GamesRadar

Japan records largest annual population decline since records began

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The Independent UK

In a twisty tale of corporate espionage, TSMC employees allegedly shared 400 photos of the company's cutting-edge 2 nm process node with a Japanese rival

This is a developing story, and the Japanese firm's relationship to the leakers is not yet clear.

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Weather tracker: heavy rainfall across India, Japan and Hong Kong causes widespread disruption

Hong Kong hit by 350mm of rain in 24 hours while mountainous state of Uttarakhand badly affected by landslides and flooding

Barchart

S&P Futures Gain as Investors Weigh Trump’s Fed Governor Pick; Gold Futures Jump on Tariff Report

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.32% this morning, capping a week dominated by tariff and geopolitical developments, as well as a wave of earnings, with investors weighing U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to tighten his grip on the Federal Reserve.

GOBankingRates

How the Tariffs on Japan Could Affect Auto Prices

Will tariffs on Japan make cars more expensive? Here’s what you need to know before buying your next vehicle.

The Independent UK

Japan sees nearly a million more deaths than births as demographic crisis deepens

Asian country suffers steepest annual population decline on record

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Benzinga

US To Rectify 'Regrettable' Error In Japanese Tariff Order, Promises To Refund Excess Duties

The U.S. government has pledged to rectify a presidential executive order, which will result in the removal of overlapping tariffs on Japanese goods.

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live 08 August: Miners steady index, Flutter falls despite upgrade

Stronger mining stocks and hopes for a positive session in New York today helped to shore up the FTSE 100 index after yesterday’s rates-led setback.

Euronews

Travel by train in Japan to the most impressive fireworks festivals in the world

One festival features the largest firework in the world, known as the ‘Yonshakudama’

The Independent UK

Asian shares are mostly lower, while Tokyo's Nikkei jumps 2%

Asian shares are mostly lower while Tokyo's benchmark jumped more than 2% after Japanese officials said they had resolved questions over the tariff that will apply to exports to the U.S. The new tariffs on Japanese goods that took effect Thursday did not match an agreement between Washington and Tokyo

The Independent UK

Japanese warships visit New Zealand's capital for the first time in almost 90 years

Japanese warships on Friday docked in New Zealand’s capital for the first time in almost 90 years

The Independent UK

Forget kittens: The pet of choice for Japan’s children is a humble bug

Bugs are a key part to Japan’s culture

International Business Times

Tokyo Soars On Trade Deal Relief As Asian Markets Limp Into Weekend

Japanese stocks rallied Friday on a mixed day for Asian markets, fuelled by relief that Tokyo and Washington had settled a tariff issue that raised concerns about their trade deal.

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