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A US bomb from World War II explodes at a Japanese airport, causing a large crater in a taxiway

An unexploded U.S. bomb from World War II that had been buried at a Japanese airport has exploded, causing a large crater in a taxiway and the cancellation of more than 80 flights but no injuries

The Independent UK

Pushing Buttons: At Tokyo Game Show, I saw the Japanese games scene I grew up with is still live and kicking

In this week’s newsletter: Konami, cute RPGs, weird but wonderful indie games – everything I saw at Japan’s biggest gaming convention

The Guardian - UK

Greenland court extends anti-whaling activist's time in custody as Japan seeks his extradition

A Greenland court has ruled that anti-whaling campaigner Paul Watson must remain in detention until Oct. 23 to ensure his presence in connection with a decision by Denmark’s justice ministry on extradition

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Flights cancelled after buried US bomb explodes at Japanese airport

Miyazaki Airport was built as an Imperial Japanese Navy flight training field from which kamikaze pilots took off

The Independent UK

Unexploded WWII U.S. Bomb Explodes At Japanese Airport

Unexploded WWII U.S. bomb detonates at Miyazaki Airport in Japan, causing flight cancellations but no injuries. Historical significance and ongoing challen...

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The retro PS5 Pro will have strict preorder conditions in Japan

Sony’s found an interesting solution to scalpers.

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Tokyo Verdy Beleza: a football talent factory that flies under the radar

Japanese club’s location and history of success have helped it to produce a staggering number of top players

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S&P Futures Slip as Middle East Crisis Weighs on Sentiment, U.S. ADP Jobs Report in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are trending down -0.37% this morning as flaring tensions in the Middle East dampened sentiment, while investors braced for the ADP National Employment numbers due later in the day.

Barchart

30 Global Traditions To Make You Wonder Why We Don’t Do Them Everywhere

Someone asked “What cultural tradition from your country do you think the world should adopt?” and people shared their favorite examples. The post 30 Global Traditions To Make You Wonder Why We Don’t Do Them Everywhere first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Jeans Street: Japan’s denim Mecca is drawing in cowboys and hipsters alike

The area, including a street named Jeans Street, draws about 100,000 visitors a year

The Independent UK

China's Xi Congratulates New Japan PM Ishiba

Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated new Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, state media reported Wednesday, the day after he took office in Tokyo.

International Business Times

Masters won't tempt Phoenix out of rise to pro ranks

Phoenix Campbell will turn professional regardless of the opportunities on offer to the winner of this week's Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Japan.

AAP

New Greenland Hearing For Anti-whaling Activist Watson

A Greenland court will decide Wednesday whether to keep anti-whaling activist Paul Watson in custody pending a decision on his extradition to Japan, where he is wanted over a clash with whalers.

International Business Times

Japanese sponsors Toyota, Bridgestone and Panasonic end Olympic contracts

The International Olympic Committee’s three major Japanese sponsors — Toyota, Panasonic and Bridgestone — are terminating their contracts

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'Secret teachings' about ritual Samurai beheading revealed in newly translated Japanese texts

Four newly translated Japanese texts describe how ritual samurai beheadings were supposed to take place during the Edo period and later.

The Guardian - UK

Looks Delicious! review: a mind-boggling banquet of replica Japanese food

This mouthwatering show celebrates Japan’s fine art of creating delectable duplicates – the work of craftspeople since the 1920s, all intended to tempt customers into restaurants

TechRadar

Sony restricts PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition pre-orders in Japan to PSN accounts with 30 hours of activity

PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition preorders in Japan have been restricted in an attempt to battle scalpers.

The Conversation

‘Iyashikei’ healing manga comforts readers with attention to small joys

Iyashikei is a Japanese genre that, according to Japanese studies scholar Paul Roquet, tells stories that are designed to comfort and heal weary readers by creating an aesthetic of calm. In order to achieve this, as Roquet articulates, these stories are presented as tales with little or no plot conflict.

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Google showcases bizarre double-sided Japanese keyboard, which it won't sell — the keyboard uses a Möbius strip as its foundation

Google Japan announced a new keyboard design that addresses the “big problem” of keyboards only having keys on one side.

France 24

Japan's new PM, Shigeru Ishiba, forms cabinet with emphasis on defence

Japan's newly elected Prime Minister took office on Tuesday and formed a cabinet made up of numerous security and defence experts in line with his calls to strengthen regional military alliances. The majority of cabinet members are relative unknowns, marking a break from a string of corruption scandals that have…

GamesRadar

Sony has a different approach to combatting 30th Anniversary PS5 Pro scalpers in Japan, imposing a strict set of purchase requirements that must be met

That's one way to handle them

Barchart

Stock Index Futures Mixed Ahead of U.S. JOLTs Report and Fed Speak, Nike Earnings on Tap

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are down -0.13%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.06% this morning as investors awaited the latest reading on U.S. job openings, comments from Federal Reserve officials, and an earnings report from the world’s largest shoemaker Nike.

The Times of India

Oscars selection debate: Is India missing opportunities on the world stage?

India’s road to the Oscars has often been riddled with controversy and debate. The Film Federation of India (FFI), responsible for selecting India’s official entry to the Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category, has faced widespread criticism over its choices, often accused of 'missing opportunities' to showcase…

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Japan's Business Sentiment Holds Steady Amid Economic Growth

Japan's economy shows resilience with stable business sentiment and positive indicators amidst cautious monetary policy.

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