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New Japan PM To Advance Defence Spending Target: Reports

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aims to achieve the target of spending two percent of GDP on defence two years early, media reports said days before a visit by US President Donald Trump.

International Business Times

The Latest: Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials communicate with Congress

Leaders at the Pentagon have significantly altered how military officials will speak with Congress after a pair of new memos issued last week

The Independent UK

Is it safe to drink alcohol in Japan? Foreign Office issue new warning over methanol poisoning

Travellers are advised not to accept drinks from strangers or leave alcohol unattended

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Japan’s first female PM appoints just two women to her cabinet

Takaichi earlier pledged to match the levels of female representation seen in Nordic countries

The Independent UK

Japan’s new PM says she loves ‘Korean skincare and dramas’

Takaichi says the relationship between Japan and South Korea is ‘now greater than ever’

The Independent UK

Nasdaq Futures Slip as Netflix and Texas Instruments Earnings Disappoint, Tesla Results in Focus

December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are trending down -0.27% this morning as investors digest disappointing results from Netflix and Texas Instruments.

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Inside the illegal eel trade: is there a way to stop Europe’s biggest wildlife crime before it’s too late?

Interviews with experts and key players across four countries reveal why efforts to stop the multibillion-euro trafficking industry have failed – and how to save the endangered fish

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Japan Post says it will no longer force delivery staff to ride bicycles as ‘punishment’

Internal memo later acknowledges such a practice could be perceived as punitive or harassing

The Independent UK

Foreign Office extends methanol poisoning warnings to eight new countries

Japan and Mexico are among the countries with updated guidance

The Independent UK

'Stealth Husband' Of Japan's New PM Vows Quiet Support

The spouse of Japan's first woman Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes to support her by being a "stealth husband", cooking meals but staying out of the spotlight.

International Business Times

'Get Married': The Reality Of Japanese Politics For Women

After Sanae Takaichi took office as Japan's first woman prime minister, AFP spoke to some of her younger counterparts who called it a symbolic victory.

International Business Times

Heavy Metal Lady: Japan’s first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was a heavy metal drummer

Did you know that Sanae Takaichi, who became Japan’s first female Prime Minister this week, was once a heavy metal drummer?

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Thatcher 2.0? How the UK's Iron Lady Inspired Japan's New Premier Sanae Takaichi

Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, draws Thatcher comparisons as she steps into power with a bold yet deeply conservative agenda.

International Business Times UK

Japan’s economy needs foreign workers, not the nationalist approach pushed by its new leader

Sanae Takaichi has made history by becoming Japan’s first female prime minister. However, this was hardly a win for feminist or progressive politics.

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Metal Hammer

The new Japanese Prime Minister appeared on Babymetal's podcast and talked about her love of Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden and Deep Purple

"I play songs like this to let off steam" - Sanae Takaichi

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Dollar Climbs and Gold Plunges

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.34% to a four-session high. The dollar moved higher on Tuesday due to weakness in the yen, which slid to a one-week low against the dollar on expectations that new Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi will maintain an expansionary fiscal policy. The...

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Louis Rees-Zammit welcomed back to Wales fold as ‘special athlete’

Wales play November Tests against Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa.

International Business Times UK

Sanae Takaichi Baffles Japan: How a Heavy Metal Drummer Became Prime Minister

Sanae Takaichi, a conservative lawmaker and former heavy metal drummer, has become Japan's first female prime minister — a surprise turn that's shaking up the country's political and cultural landscape.

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Dollar Climbs on Yen Weakness and Easing US-China Trade Tensions

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.30% at a four-session high. The dollar is moving higher today on weakness in the yen, which has fallen to a one-week low against the dollar, as expectations rise that new Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi will maintain an expansionary fiscal policy....

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This Japanese Artist Uses Traditional Painting Styles In Modern Ways, Here Are 52 Of Their Best Works

What do you get when you blend traditional Japanese painting styles with a contemporary twist?

The Independent UK

Ultra marathon runner attacked by black bear that shattered his arm half way through an 8k

Billy Halloran survived a near-fatal bear attack in the Japanese woods after a black bear snapped his arm in two

The Independent UK

Marathon runner reveals how he survived black bear attack that shattered his arm

Billy Halloran was set upon by a bear half way through an 8k run in Japan but somehow managed to get away

The Guardian - UK

Sanae Takaichi appoints just two women to cabinet after becoming Japan’s first female PM

New leader had promised levels of female representation comparable to those in Iceland, where six of cabinet of 11 are women

Euronews

In pictures: Ancient Japanese sumo returns to London for the first time in over 30 years

The five-day tournament saw elite wrestlers bring 1,500 years of tradition to the iconic venue, marking only the second time the event has ever been held outside Japan.

Tom’s Guide

Japanese interval walking is trending — here's why and how to try it

The Japanese Interval Walking Training (IWT) is gaining huge traction as a walking workout that burns fat and lowers your blood pressure. This is everything you need to know.

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