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Global Market: Japan's 10-year bond yield hits 30-year high as inflation, fiscal concerns weigh

Japan's benchmark 10-year government bond yield reached its highest level in nearly three decades. This surge occurred as oil prices climbed, fueling inflation worries among investors. Shorter-dated bond yields also increased, reflecting broader market pressures. Investors are watching a significant government bond auction scheduled for later today. Concerns over fiscal…

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How Japanese Designers Turn Windows Into 'Picture Frames' — Nagame (眺め) Is the Feeling of "Stopping to Smell the Roses" and Appreciating Your Home

This thoughtful concept of design will teach you how to use the window as if it were a frame waiting to focus a piece of art

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Absolute Panic After Donald Trump Invents 'Islamic Republic of Japan' in Chilling NATO Rant

President Trump mistakenly claimed Japan fired missiles at a US carrier, confusing it with Iran, amid rising US-Iran tensions.

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How a 15-Year-Old Used ChatGPT to Wipe 46,812 Accounts and Bring an Anime Giant to Its Knees

A 15-year-old in Japan allegedly used ChatGPT to develop software for a cyberattack on Bandai Namco Filmworks, disrupting services and deleting over 46,000 accounts. The teen faces charges of business obstruction.

International Business Times UK

Japanese firm will continue producing Blu-ray Disc drives as another iconic company announces end of an era for physical discs — Buffalo will sell ODDs at higher prices until stocks run out

Japanese company Buffalo will continue selling Blu-ray drives after securing components, but once stocks run out, they run out.

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Thailand swept aside by mighty US in VNL opener

Thailand lost to United States 3-0 (25-21, 25-18, 25-20) in their opening game of the third and last week of the FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 preliminary phase in Osaka, Japan, on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Trump Raises Cognitive Concerns After Falsely Claiming 'Islamic Republic of Japan' Attacked US Carrier

During a NATO meeting, President Trump mistakenly referred to Japan instead of Iran, sparking renewed debate over his mental fitness and cognitive health.

International Business Times UK

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Donald Trump says ‘the Islamic Republic of Japan’ shot 111 missiles. Whatever that means

Trump has mentioned the "111 missiles" before.

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Japanese mindset of the day by Kenzaburō Ōe: 'Once a person has been poisoned by self-deception, he can't make decisions about...' - thought-provoking lesson by Nobel Prize-winning author of A Personal Matter reveals the hidden habit that could be ruining your life

Life lesson by Kenzaburō Ōe: Nobel laureate Kenzaburo Oe highlighted self-deception's impact on decision-making. He believed personal biases hinder clear judgment and wise life choices. Honest self-reflection allows individuals to learn from mistakes and grow. This quote encourages sincerity and understanding one's true self.

The Economic Times

Bulletin world briefing: Trump confuses Iran for the ‘Islamic Republic of Japan’

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The Independent UK

Japanese mindset of the day by Yukio Mishima: 'Young people get the foolish idea that what is new for them must be new for...' - thought-provoking life lessons by Confessions of a Mask author explains why every generation repeats the past and why new ideas aren't always original

Life lesson by Yukio Mishima: Japanese author Yukio Mishima believed youth often feel their experiences are entirely new. He noted that many seemingly original ideas have appeared before in different forms. Understanding past challenges offers valuable perspective for present-day decisions.

The Economic Times

From Sleepy Joe to Dozy Don: Trump converts Japan and morphs Zelensky to Putin

The TOI correspondent from Washington: MAGA boss Donald Trump, who built an entire political brand around ridiculing rivals as mentally unfit, sleepy, or low-energy, is finding himself at the center of increasingly uncomfortable questions about his own verbal stumbles and bloopers that critics say indicates a steady cognitive decline.

The Times of India

Japanese mindset of the day by Kazuo Ishiguro: 'We all live inside bodies that will deteriorate. But when you look at human beings, they're...' - inspiring life lessons by Nobel Prize-winning author of The Remains of the Day teaches why love and loyalty matter more than wealth or status

Life lesson by Kazuo Ishiguro: Nobel laureate Kazuo Ishiguro emphasizes life's true meaning lies in relationships. He notes that as life nears its end, possessions lose their importance. Love and loyalty become paramount, surpassing wealth and social status. Making peace and repairing past wrongs gain significance when time is limited.

The Economic Times

Rambling Trump mistakenly claims ‘Islamic Republic of Japan’ fired missiles at US aircraft carrier

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Trump confuses Iran for US ally in Zelensky Q&A: ‘We had 111 missiles shot by the Islamic Republic of Japan’

The president also confused Volodymyr Zelensky, whom he was seated next to, and the Ukrainian president’s arch foe, Vladimir Putin, in the same session

The Independent UK

Woman arrested over allegedly sewing roommate’s lips together in Japan

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Stock Index Futures Tumble as Oil Jumps After Trump Says U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Is Over, FOMC Minutes on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.96%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are down -1.34% this morning as sentiment took a hit after U.S. President Donald Trump declared an end to the ceasefire with Iran, sending oil prices and bond yields soaring.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japanese fund managers bet big on yen bonds as BOJ policy shift lifts yields

Japanese asset managers are launching new bond funds as interest rates rise. This trend revives investor appetite for yen-denominated debt after decades. Firms like Mizuho and Nomura are expanding offerings to meet demand. Global investors are reassessing Japan's bond market opportunities.

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7 Reasons Japanese Cars Rarely Let Owners Down

What if the secret to owning a car that lasts 15 years isn't a bigger engine or a luxury badge but a philosophy? Every year, millions of buyers choose Japanese cars for one simple reason: they just keep going. While many vehicles lose reliability as they age, brands like Toyota,…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japanese bond yields climb to multi-decade highs amid inflation and fiscal concerns

Japanese government bond yields surged to multi-decade highs as investors grew concerned over persistent inflation, rising government spending and uncertainty over the future path of Bank of Japan monetary policy. The benchmark 20-year JGB yield climbed to its highest level since 1996, reflecting growing worries about Japan’s fiscal outlook and…

The Guardian - UK

Is Neymar the first to bookend his international career with goals at the same venue?

Plus: national team colours that are different from flags; Senegal’s goal difference record setters; and Scotland’s unbeaten 1974 tournament

The Economic Times

AI boom drives intangible investment to record level: UN

Global intangible asset investments reached over $10 trillion in 2025. This growth significantly outpaced tangible investments over recent years. Since 2008, intangible investment has grown by 3.5% annually in real terms, way ahead of tangible investments, which saw annual growth of just 0.98% over the same period, the study said.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan weighs revised monetary policy language in economic blueprint to reinforce BOJ independence

Japan's government is considering revising the language in its economic policy blueprint. This move aims to underscore the Bank of Japan's independence in monetary policy, and the revised draft highlights the central bank's role in achieving stable inflation. This reassures markets about policy coordination without undermining central bank autonomy. Investors…

The Economic Times

Japan's Nikkei falls in volatile trade as tech tracks Nasdaq selloff

Japan's Nikkei share average declined in choppy trade on Wednesday. Technology stocks faced pressure after overnight losses on the Nasdaq index. Investors showed caution regarding the durability of the AI-driven market rally. This sentiment followed Samsung Electronics' earnings which did not meet elevated expectations. Some domestic demand-sensitive shares and memory…

Bangkok Post

Thailand captain Pornpun targets two wins in Osaka

Thailand start the third and final week of the FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 in Osaka, Japan, today, with captain Pornpun Guedpard setting a bold target of securing two wins despite facing world-class opponents.

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