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New hotels in Japan: The standout openings to book in 2026

From Kyoto heritage stays to a converted prison in Nara, Japan’s newest hotels reflect a shift towards design, identity and experience-led travel.

Euronews

Residents evacuated as forest fires destroy buildings in Japan

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The Independent UK

Thousands evacuate in Japan as forest fires close in on homes

Fires have scorched more than 730 hectares since breaking out on Wednesday

The Independent UK

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Japan awakens to Radio Taiso exercise tradition. One face of the country's longevity

Radio Taiso is an exercise program in Japan that comes on the air every morning at 6:30

The Independent UK

‘Weird stuff happens’: U.S. sailor heading to clear Iranian mines in Strait of Hormuz was taken out of action by a monkey attack

A very unusual combatant appeared.

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Countries with the most 100-year-olds in 2026: Japan leads global longevity rankings as the US, China, and India follow

The number of centenarians worldwide in 2026 reflects a steady and ongoing shift in global population ageing. More people are now reaching 100 years of age than in any previous generation, and the distribution across countries is uneven. Some nations show very large counts due to long life expectancy and…

The Times of India

Haruki Murakami to publish first novel to feature woman as lead character

The Tale of Kaho, out in July, will be 16th novel by Japanese author who has faced criticism for portrayal of women

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The Guardian view on Germany, Japan and the end of the postwar order: as US alliances crumble, a new world emerges

Editorial: Developments in Berlin and Tokyo show how far the strategic environment has shifted in response to authoritarian threat and American unpredictability

The Guardian - UK

Toyota Has 6 New Models Coming In 2026. Here's All Of Them

Toyota took its time venturing into electric vehicles. While competitors poured billions into the technology, the Japanese automaker did the opposite, focusing on hybrids instead. But as the automaker launches several new cars in 2026, full electric vehicles are clearly part of Toyota’s future game plan.

Motor1

“Love at first sight”: Fender Japan drops its MIJ Hybrid II 2026 Collection – and we can’t get enough of those new finishes

New Fender Japan models offer vintage-styled specs, modern tweaks, updated electronics and absolutely killer colorways

Guitar World

The Week Ahead (April 27-May 1): China Implements Zero Tariffs on All African Partners

U.S. Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady, Bank of Japan convenes its policy meeting amid lowered rate hike expectations

Caixin Global

Tokyo workers encouraged to wear shorts to cut energy costs and keep cool

Officials hope more casual attire for public servants will save electricity during Iran war as summer heat approaches

The Guardian - UK

Nasdaq Futures Rally on Upbeat Intel Earnings and Iran Talks Optimism

June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are trending up +1.33% this morning as strong quarterly results and guidance from chipmaker Intel, along with optimism over potential U.S.-Iran talks, boosted sentiment.

Barchart

There’s one way Japan’s ‘Iron Lady’ Takaichi is struggling to emulate her political hero Margaret Thatcher

Former British prime minister was famous for getting by on four hours of sleep a night. Japan’s leader is struggling with even less, and admits it is taking a toll

The Independent UK

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Tom’s Hardware

SoftBank subsidiary working with Intel to develop radical new ZAM memory is now receiving Japanese gov't subsidies — new memory designed as a lower-power HBM for AI workloads

Japan’s SaiMemory, a SoftBank subsidiary collaborating with Intel, has secured NEDO funding to develop Z-Angle Memory (ZAM), a next-gen DRAM architecture addressing HBM limitations

The Independent UK

The Tale of KAHO: Haruki Murakami announces release date for first novel in three years

‘The Tale of KAHO’ marks Japanese author’s first full-length work with a woman as the sole protagonist

Euronews

Travel in bloom: These are the best flower tourism destinations to visit in 2026

Wildflower tourism has become a popular travel trend with visitors flocking to in-bloom destinations around the world.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | White Sox Rookie Munetaka Murakami Homers Again to Continue Red-Hot Start

Plenty of people doubted whether the Japanese third baseman could adjust to MLB pitching, but he’s been one of the best hitters in the majors through the first month of the season.

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Space

Japan's audacious sample-return mission to the Mars moon Phobos has made it to the launch pad

The complex MMX mission aims to shed light on the origins of Mars' two tiny moons, Phobos and Deimos, bringing Phobos material back to Earth in 2031.

The Independent UK

Japan launches ‘origami’ satellite that unfurls to 25 times its size

JAXA has been testing different origami techniques for satellite deployments in recent years

Barchart

Stocks Slip Before the Open on U.S.-Iran Talks Uncertainty, Earnings and PMI Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.53%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.56% this morning as stalled U.S.-Iran talks and heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices higher, dampening risk sentiment.

Radio France Internationale

Wembanyama set to shine as France lands 2031 Basketball World Cup

France will host the 2031 men's Basketball World Cup after being awarded the tournament on Wednesday, with Japan confirmed as the venue for the 2030 women's World Championships.

AAP

Jones hopeful Japan becomes Newcastle's rugby team

With an eye on Japan's 2027 Rugby World Cup match in Newcastle, coach Eddie Jones wants Novocastrians to get behind his team when they play Ireland in July.

Android Central

Google expands its browser assistant to more countries, and I can’t ignore how convenient this is

Gemini is now baked into Chrome across APAC, making browsing smarter and faster.

The Independent UK

Lando Norris believes Max Verstappen will stay in Formula One

Verstappen has been a huge critic of F1’s new rules and hinted at the last round in Japan that he could walk away.

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