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The vast new whaling ‘mother ship’ that Japan hopes will revive a shrinking industry

A new $47m vessel is preparing for its maiden voyage in coastal waters, but there are fears the Kangei Maru could one day mean a return to hunting in the Southern Ocean

The Guardian - AU

What are Akiya houses? Why does Japan have so many empty homes?

Japan's fertility rate declined for a seventh consecutive year in 2022, falling to 1.26 births per woman

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Mizuno for Margaret Howell is this summer’s most considered sportswear

The latest chapter of Margaret Howell’s collaboration with Japanese sportswear brand Mizuno has been revealed, featuring ultra-lightweight fabrications and sleek, utilitarian design

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Investors Await Fed Rate Decision, U.S. PMI and Jobs Data on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.42%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.73% this morning as mixed earnings and the prospect of higher-for-longer U.S. interest rates weighed on sentiment, with all eyes on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision due later in the day.

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Fed Rate Decision Looms, U.S. Jobs Data on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.29%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.58% this morning as the prospect of higher-for-longer U.S. interest rates continued to weigh on sentiment, with all eyes on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision due later in the day.

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Investors Await Fed Rate Decision, U.S. Jobs Data on Tap

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Japanese PM sets off on six-day trip to France and Latin America

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida travelled to France on Wednesday for a visit that will also take in Brazil and Paraguay. Tokyo is seeking to boost ties with Paris and Latin America in areas of defence, climate and energy.

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'22 minutes of horror': 14-year-old boy killed in London sword attack

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, May 1: Marijuana may soon be reclassified as a lower-risk drug in the United States, which would be a major win for President Joe Biden. Also, a horrific sword attack leaves a 14-year-old boy dead in London, leading one newspaper to question potential mental health…

France 24

Bank Of Japan's Hawkish Whispers Amid Yen Selloff

Bank of Japan faces challenges as yen selloff overshadows hawkish signals amidst economic uncertainty.

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Akiya houses: why Japan has nine million empty homes

New figures show nearly 14% of all houses in Japan are empty – but this real estate glut is attracting growing interest from foreigners

The Guardian - AU

Craft store Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten at Narita airport is an ode to travel

The Japanese homewear and craft store Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten wows with bright interior made of moveable ‘trunks’ by Tokyo-based studio 14sd designs

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Weak Yen Boosts Tourist Wallets In Japan

Foreign tourists are flocking to Japan in record numbers and thanks to a sliding yen many are living like kings, splashing out on everything from kimonos to knives and slap-up meals.

International Business Times

Japan's Factory Activity Decline Slows According To PMI Data

Learn about Japan's manufacturing sector slowdown and resilience amidst global challenges through latest PMI data.

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Honda 2026 F1 project going "according to plan" with electrical power initial focus

Watch: Newey Departure Confirmed - What's Next for Newey and Red Bull?

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6G speeds hit 100 Gbps in new test — 500 times faster than average 5G cellphones

Scientists in Japan have transferred data at 100 gigabits per second in high-frequency wavelength bands over a distance of 330 feet for the first time.

Al Jazeera

Why is Japan’s yen falling and why is it so weak against the US dollar?

The weakness of the Japanese currency is back in the spotlight after sinking to its lowest level since April 1990.

The Guardian - AU

Why has the yen fallen to a decade’s low and what does it mean for Japan’s economy?

The accelerating slide in the value of Japan’s currency could ultimately be bad news for people in Japan who are heavily reliant on imports

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Japan's giants commit to Aussie nickel joint venture

A nickel explorer has formed a joint venture with two of Japan's industrial giants as Australia's allies move to secure long-term supplies of battery minerals.

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Japanese PM's Party Suffers Defeat In By-Elections

Japanese PM Kishida's LDP faces defeat in by-elections due to corruption scandal backlash, impacting leadership and public support.

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Hockeyroos beat Japan but miss out on Perth Cup triumph

The Hockeyroos have won their final match on home soil before the Olympics - but they have no trophy to show for their 3-0 victory over Japan.

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2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup: Semifinalists And Their Prospects

The 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup semifinals feature Japan, Uzbekistan, Iraq, and Indonesia competing for a spot in the Olympic Games, showcasing talent and dete...

The Guardian - UK

Schoolgirl impresses at Japanese gamer event with win in retro game

Girl of between 12 and 16 was making her first appearance at Evo Japan as contests previously finished past her bedtime

Golf Monthly

Home Favorite Wins On Just His Fifth DP World Tour Start As Runner-Up All But Secures Major Championship Spot

A course-record-equalling 63 on Sunday helped the 25-year-old to a three-shot victory and seal his place as the sixth different Japanese winner on the DP World Tour

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Russia vetoes UN resolution against nuclear weapons in space

Russia's ambassador to the U.N. vetoed a resolution sponsored by the United States and Japan that called upon all nations to never deploy nuclear weapons in outer space.

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After a new Intel CPU for less? Try your luck with a Japanese Gachapon

A viral video has surfaced of a Gachapon in Japan which dispenses Intel CPUs for as little as 500 yen (around $3).

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