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Agriculture secretary accused of unlawfully refusing to use emergency fund to prevent food stamp disruption – as it happened

Democracy Defenders Fund says Brooke Rollins is legally obliged to use $5bn SNAP contingency fund to continue benefits for 42 million Americans

The Guardian - US

S&P Futures Muted After Record Rally, FOMC Meeting and Earnings in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending down -0.02% this morning, taking a breather after a record-breaking rally, while investors await the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting, a new round of corporate earnings reports, and U.S. private-sector economic data.

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Trump and Takaichi Forge Rare Earths Deal to Bolster US-Japan Trade Power

Trump and Japan's Sanae Takaichi sign rare earths pact in Tokyo, deepening trade and defence ties while honouring Abe's legacy.

International Business Times UK

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Sanae Takaichi Recommends Nobel Peace Prize For Trump, Says 'The World Started To Enjoy More Peace' Under Him

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's unexpected recommendation of U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize has drawn global attention and sparked debate over his legacy in world affairs.

Benzinga

Trial begins for man accused of killing former Japanese PM Abe with homemade firearm

The trial of the accused killer of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is underway

The Independent UK

Trump in first meeting with Japan’s new PM says US is ‘ally at the strongest level’

Trump who met with the newly elected Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo, called her role as Japan’s first woman prime minister a “big deal,” emphasising the US commitment to Japan.

Euronews

How a Ford pickup truck could become key to Japan’s plan to woo Trump

Yet Japan could face a big issue if the enormous vehicles are imported

The Independent UK

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AUKUS subs deal won't be expanded to include Japan: PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been invited to Japan after a 'positive' meeting with the Asian nation's newly-elected prime minister.

AAP

Asian shares are mixed as region watches for outcome from Trump's visits

Asian shares are mixed, with Chinese markets gaining as investors watch to see what might come of a planned meeting between President Donald Trump and China's top leader

The Independent UK

South Korea's president faces high-stakes diplomacy at APEC summit

South Korea’s new president is hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, bringing together leaders from 20 countries, including the United States and China, whose leaders are set to hold a high-stakes meeting on the sidelines

The Independent UK

Japanese PM promises golden age in relations with US during Trump visit

Sanae Takaichi says she will nominate Trump for peace prize as two leaders sign agreement on rare earths

The Guardian - UK

Japan's new PM looks to boost relations with the US as Trump touches down in Tokyo

The US president is set to conclude his first tour of Asia in Seoul in the coming days where high-stakes talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping over trade disagreements are scheduled to take place.

Euronews

Trump comments about a third term spark concern – as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Japan’s new PM will hope the Abe effect endears Trump to her at crucial talks

Sanae Takaichi leads a minority government and needs a successful meeting with the US president on Tuesday. Thankfully her mentor, Shinzo Abe, is one of Trump’s ‘favourites’

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The Independent UK

Fresh hope as Asian shares soar to record levels while Trump seeks trade deals

Asian shares have rallied with Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 topping 50,000

Benzinga

Japan's New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi May Have Found The Key To Trump's Heart With Ford F-150s: 'That's A Hot Truck'

Former President Donald Trump has arrived in Japan for talks with newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The visit marks Takaichi's effort to build a personal connection with Trump to help ease trade tensions — and at the heart of that plan could be vehicles from Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F).

The Guardian - US

Why is Trump demolishing the White House’s East Wing? Because he wants to

The president’s mega-project raises a lot of questions – including when he’s planning on leaving

The Independent UK

Japan scrambles jets as Russian nuclear-capable bombers fly near its coast

Russia says the bombers completed a routine flight over ‘neutral’ international waters

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Euronews

Trump sets off for first trip to Asia this term

On a trip expected to be focused on investments and peace deals, the US president will be visiting Malaysia, Japan and South Korea. He is also likely to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The Conversation

Why Tokyo’s youth culture district will ban ‘nuisance Halloween’ again this year

Tokyo’s Shibuya district, which has long been known as the centre of youth culture in Japan, has once again moved to restrict its Halloween street celebrations. A mayoral edict against so-called “Nuisance Halloween” has led to a series of strict measures in recent years, including a public drinking ban, to…

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U.S. Inflation Eases to 3% in September, Strengthening Case for Fed Rate Cut

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending up +0.59% this morning as investors analyze the release of key U.S. inflation data for clues on the health of the economy and the Federal Reserve’s rate path.

Euronews

Planning a trip to Japan? Expect higher visa fees and tourist taxes in 2026

Japan’s new taxes aim to control record visitor numbers while funding education and infrastructure.

International Business Times

False Claim Spreads Of Japan 'Mass Deportations' Ministry

False claims that Japan's new prime minister has created a ministry for "mass deportations" have been widely spread online, as immigration misinformation swirls after a "Japanese first" party did well in elections earlier this year.

International Business Times

Japan Inflation Rises As New PM Eyes Economic Package

Japanese inflation accelerated last month, official data showed Friday, ahead of a maiden policy speech by new Prime Minister Sakae Takaichi who has promised to ease pressure on households.

Barchart

Stocks Muted Before the Open With Earnings in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are up +0.01%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are down -0.08% this morning as investors digest quarterly results from major companies, including Tesla and IBM, and await a new batch of corporate earnings reports.

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