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Nasdaq Futures Plunge as Tech Selloff Deepens, U.S. Inflation Data in Focus

June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -1.61% this morning as investors continued to trim exposure to the technology sector, with the focus now turning to key U.S. inflation data.

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“We never wanted David to write the score. It would have been a cliché”: Why Ryuichi Sakamoto’s spellbinding theme from Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence remains so captivating

We take a deeper look at the theory underpinning Ryuichi Sakamoto’s gorgeous, award-winning theme from the movie that gave him his acting and scoring debut

MusicRadar

Humans prefer to walk anticlockwise, scientists find – but reason is unclear

From Spain to Japan, experiments have repeatedly shown a left-turn bias, but exact mechanic ‘is still an open question’

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Japan just switched on Asia’s first osmotic power plant and it runs on seawater and sewage

Every clean energy source comes with a condition attached. Solar stops the moment the sun sets. Wind quits when the air goes still. Even hydropower leans on whatever the season decides to send down the river. The one thing the global grid genuinely lacks is a clean source that simply…

The Times of India

Japanese manga fans urge Trump to stop using characters in his online posts

Renewed outrage at White House’s use manga and anime imagery after US president is depicted as ninja Naruto

The Guardian - UK

Celtic star 'confident' his club form will translate to World Cup success

Maeda is convinced his sensational scoring run at the end of the season, which helped Celtic to the double, can continue for Japan at the World Cup.

The National (Scotland)

Philippines earthquake: Search for missing continues after powerful quake claims 46 lives

The Philippines earthquake death toll has climbed to 46, with a supermarket employee's body recovered in General Santos City. Most new fatalities are from Davao Occidental, victims of landslides and building collapses. The powerful tremor also triggered tsunami warnings and affected neighboring countries, with waves recorded as far as Japan.

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Japan Gorilla Kiyomasa Goes Viral for Human-Like 'Thinking Pose' After Dramatic Spat With Mate

Kiyomasa the gorilla has gone viral after being filmed in a human-like 'thinking pose' following a reported disagreement at a Japanese zoo

International Business Times UK

Malaysia's Petronas signs 20-year LNG supply deal with Japan's JERA

KUALA ⁠LUMPUR/TOKYO — Malaysian's Petronas will supply Japanese utility firm JERA with 2 million ‌tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per annum under a 20-year deal, the leaders of the two countries said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Quote of the Day by Takeo Doi, the Japanese psychoanalyst behind ‘Amae’: ‘Every language is a vast pattern-system, different from…’ - how The Anatomy of Dependence author explained the hidden link between language and consciousness

Quote of the Day by Takeo Doi suggests language profoundly influences our understanding of the world. The Japanese psychoanalyst highlighted how words and cultural ideas shape our thoughts, values, and relationships. This concept explains why interpretations of events differ. Doi's work emphasizes that language builds our consciousness, impacting how we…

The Economic Times

FOREX-Dollar steadies following US strikes on Iran and ahead of inflation data

The dollar held steady as U.S. strikes on Iran followed a helicopter incident, though President Trump downplayed the event. Investors await U.S. inflation data for Federal Reserve policy clues. Meanwhile, the yen weakened as Japan's wholesale prices surged, with markets anticipating a Bank of Japan rate hike.

The Economic Times

Surprise No.1 shift as "finest stills camera ever made" overtakes Sony A7 V in Japan's best-selling sales chart

After 84 years of Hasselblad, its 100MP flagship is setting new standards – now reclaiming the top position after previously missing the rankings

Digital Camera World

Bulletin world briefing: Black bear chaos in Japan and major vaccine breakthrough

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today

The Independent UK

Black bear finally caught in Japan after causing chaos for days

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I NEED to buy this talking Toy Story compact camera for my daughter!

To infinity focus…and beyond! This Woody and Buzz-themed compact camera arrives just in time for Toy Story 5 –but only in Japan

The Independent UK

Black bear caught alive in Japan after days of sightings and school closures

Utsunomiya officials yet to decide what to do with the captured bear

The Independent UK

Jack Dempsey included in Scotland squad despite move to Japan as Gregor Townsend calls up uncapped pair

Uncapped hookers Seb Stephen and Gregor Hiddleston have been called up to the 36-man squad

The Independent UK

Japanese city captures bear that caused fear and school closures

A wandering bear that scared residents of a Japanese city just north of Tokyo has been captured after several days of panic during which all schools were closed

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The Independent UK

Rahm Emanuel eyes White House run as he declares: ‘Tough times require a tough leader’

The one-time Democratic congressman, White House chief of staff, Chicago mayor and U.S. ambassador to Japan hasn't formally announced his ambition to return to power in Washington

The Economic Times

Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei ends higher as chip-related heavyweights jump

The Nikkei was ‌choppy earlier ⁠in ⁠the session, inching down as much as 0.16%.

Digital Camera World

Just released, and already the #1 compact camera in Japan – a travel-zoom featuring Leica optics

The new point-and-shoot camera features a 24-360mm / 15x zoom lens, while half of the top 10 compact cameras are on backorder

Motor1

Toyota Chairman Playfully Waves Nissan Flags In Viral Video

Akio Toyoda supports Nissan's decision to sell the American-made Murano in Japan.

The Economic Times

India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flags

India may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) warns that while free trade agreements have become a cornerstone of India's trade strategy, the country is grappling with six persistent challenges…

The Economic Times

India has a story to tell in single malts that is not borrowed from Scotland or Japan: Alcobrew’s Romesh Pandita

In a freewheeling chat, Romesh Pandita, Chairman and Managing Director, Alcobrew Distilleries India, highlights how Indian single malts are unique and why India is ready to experience luxury in this segment.

The Economic Times

BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say

The Bank of Japan is reportedly leaning towards pausing its bond purchase taper beyond next fiscal year, a move that would mark a significant shift in its quantitative tightening strategy. This decision is expected to be closely debated by the nine-member board, with some prioritizing investor sentiment and others advocating…

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