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Newer cameras are losing out to this three-year-old mirrorless model in Japan's latest sales charts

Despite newer flagship launches, this 2023 full-frame camera continues to top sales charts in Japan across multiple retailers

Digital Camera World

Japan ban imports of Indian mangoes after key processing facility fails inspection

Suspension follows an inspection by Japanese officials at a major facility in Uttar Pradesh, northern India

The Independent UK

Japan’s population suffers record five-year drop as government fails to halt decline

All prefectures barring Tokyo and Okinawa recorded a decline in population

The Independent UK

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S&P Futures Gain on Hopes for U.S.-Iran Deal; Dell Pops on Blowout Earnings

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending up +0.18% this morning as investors became more confident that the U.S. and Iran are nearing a deal.

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JAL jet makes emergency landing at Narita airport, no injuries

A Japan Airlines passenger jet made an emergency landing at Narita airport near Tokyo on Friday due to a mechanical issue, with a tire believed to have burst during takeoff, the Transport Ministry said.

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Mitsubishi Motors to revive flagship Pajero SUV after 7 years

KYODO — Mitsubishi Motors Corp said Friday it will revive its flagship Pajero sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Japan for the first time in seven years, with a plan to unveil the new model this fall.

Bangkok Post

Japan passes bill to raise visa fees, introduce online pre-entry screening

Japan's parliament on Friday passed an immigration control law revision to raise the maximum fee for residence status applications by foreigners and introduce an online pre-entry travel authorisation system for overseas arrivals.

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Japan, South Korea markets hit records on hopes for a winding down of the Iran war

Markets in Japan and South Korea have hit fresh records as Asian shares advanced on expectations the U.S. and Iran will agree to extend the ceasefire in their war by 60 days

AAP

Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei scales record peak on Mideast, AI optimism

Japan's Nikkei share average surged to a record high, driven by optimism for a Middle East peace deal and strong AI stock performance following Dell Technologies' positive earnings. The broader Topix also reached an all-time closing high. This market rally was fueled by renewed hopes for de-escalation in the Middle…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs rise

Tokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising global energy costs. Meanwhile, Japan's factory output rebounded in April, driven by AI-related demand. Policymakers watch these trends closely as they consider future interest rate decisions amid global economic…

The Economic Times

Japan population sees record five-year drop, census shows

Japan's population has seen a record decline. Census data reveals a 2.5 percent drop over five years. The number of newborns also fell for the tenth consecutive year. Government efforts to boost birth rates have yielded limited success. This demographic challenge continues to impact the world's fourth-largest economy.

The Economic Times

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

AAP

OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says

The release of new models of ‌AI able ⁠to code ⁠at a high level has given hackers an unprecedented ability to identify cybersecurity risks and devise ways to exploit them.

The Economic Times

"Please experience the increasingly mysterious glow of Pink." Japanese noise legends Boris announce UK and European tour dates to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their Pink album

Boris are coming back to the UK and Europe to shake some venue foundations

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Asia Pacific real estate investment rises 19% in Q1; India emerges as key logistics, data centre growth market: Savills

Industrial and logistics assets also continued to attract strong investor interest due to growing demand linked to AI-related manufacturing, semiconductor exports, data centre development and infrastructure expansion across markets including India, Japan, Taiwan and Malaysia.

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2026 World Cup Dark Horses: Three Teams Ready to Upset the Odds

The clock is ticking until the 2026 World Cup begins. For a few of the 48 teams heading to the tournament, they will feel confident that they can surpass the expectations many have for them this summer.

The Economic Times

Reliance secures record Japan financing after S&P upgrade to A-

Reliance Industries Limited achieved a major milestone by securing the largest Samurai loan ever for an Indian company. It also completed three unique global financing deals in FY 2025-26. These achievements followed a significant credit rating upgrade by S&P Global Ratings. The company successfully tapped diverse international funding sources, demonstrating…

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Stocks Slip Before the Open as U.S.-Iran Flare-Up Lifts Oil and Bond Yields, PCE Inflation Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.26%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.54% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as oil prices and bond yields rose after fresh attacks in the Middle East cast doubt on whether an end to…

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Japan, Philippines to agree on negotiations for intel-sharing pact

TOKYO — Japan and the Philippines are expected to announce Thursday their intention to begin formal negotiations to conclude a security intelligence-sharing pact, in their latest effort to boost cooperation amid shared concerns over China's military activities.

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The key talking points ahead of WRC Rally Japan

What to expect from a Rally Japan full of intrigue following a change of date

The Economic Times

From Alphonso to Kesar: How a tiny fly halted India’s mango exports to Japan after two decades

Japan has suspended fresh mango imports from India for the 2026 season due to concerns over pest treatment procedures at an Indian facility. This move impacts premium varieties and worries exporters already facing crop damage and high freight costs, disrupting a trade route that had been open for two decades.

The Independent UK

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

AAP

DA NANG GLOBAL BUSINESS SUMMIT 2026 - SILVER GENERATION INNOVATION EDITION

DA NANG, Vietnam, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3rd Da Nang Global Business Summit 2026, themed "Silver Generation Innovation", concluded successfully on May 15 at Pullman Danang Beach Resort, bringing together more than 120 delegates, including government leaders, healthcare experts, international investors, technology companies, real estate developers, financial institutions,…

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Moomoo's Parent Company Futu Releases Q1 2026 Results: Revenues up 25% YoY to US$746.9 million

JERSEY CITY, N.J., May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Moomoo's parent company Futu Holdings Ltd. ("Futu" or "the Company")(Nasdaq: FUTU), a leading global tech-driven online brokerage and wealth management platform, announced its unaudited Q1 2026 earnings with US$746.9 million in revenues, up 25.0% year-over-year ("YoY"), and US$117.3 million in non-GAAP adjusted…

The Independent UK

Japan and Philippines move to bolster military ties as China’s rise causes shared anxiety

Ferdinand Marcos Jr is receiving ‘exceptional level of hospitality’ in Tokyo

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