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Japan has discovered record-breaking hidden gold beneath the ocean floor, but extracting it won't be easy; here’s why

Far below the surface of the Pacific, a volcanic landscape south of Japan has revealed an extraordinary concentration of hidden gold unlike anything documented before. The discovery comes from an active hydrothermal field where superheated, mineral-rich fluids continue to build towering chimney structures and dense sulphide deposits on the seabed.…

The Times of India

China summons Japan envoy over South China Sea row

China asserts its control over the South China Sea waters. Thirteen nations and Japan reaffirmed a 2016 ruling against China's claims. Beijing summoned Japan's envoy, accusing Tokyo of regional instability. The ruling declared China's expansive claims legally baseless under international law. Nations urged peaceful dispute resolution and adherence to international…

The Economic Times

China cries foul after 14 nations, including Japan, reject Beijing's South China Sea claims

Accusing Japan of interfering in regional affairs and undermining peace and stability, China insisted that its sovereignty over the disputed waters has "never changed" despite the 2016 tribunal ruling. The diplomatic row erupted after Japan, along with the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, the Philippines and nine other countries,…

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China rejects US-led backing for South China Sea ruling, calls tribunal award 'illegal'

China rejected renewed international support for a 2016 tribunal ruling. The ruling declared China's expansive South China Sea claims legally baseless. China insists the award is null and void and has no binding force. Fourteen nations reaffirmed the ruling's finality and commitment to a rules-based Indo-Pacific. Beijing also objected to…

The Times of India

Daiki Axis setting up 3rd plant in India, bets big on sustainable water treatment sector

Japan's Daiki Axis will invest Rs 200 crore for a new manufacturing facility in Tumakuru, Karnataka. This facility will produce decentralized wastewater treatment systems using proprietary Johkasou technology. The expansion aims to meet India's growing demand for sustainable water recycling solutions. This investment supports India's 'Make in India' initiative and…

The Economic Times

South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis

TOKYO - ⁠China's ⁠expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis, ‌Japan, the Philippines, the United States and 11 other countries said in a joint statement on Sunday to mark the 10th ⁠anniversary of a landmark international tribunal ruling.

Bangkok Post

Heatwave grips southwest Japan, record-tying 39.3°C at Kyushu tourist spot

Parts of Japan's southwestern region of Kyushu saw a hot summer day on Saturday, with the mercury hitting a record-tying 39.3°C in Dazaifu, a tourist spot in Fukuoka prefecture.

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Charting the global economy: Iran war continues to cloud outlook

Japan's bank lending expansion suggests room for the central bank to raise rates further. Meanwhile, high borrowing costs continue to impact the US housing market significantly.

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More than 1 million evacuated as Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in China

Chinese authorities evacuated more than 1.7 million people as of Saturday as Typhoon Bavi made landfall in the country's eastern province of Zhejiang. Hundreds of flights have also been cancelled, and some high-speed railway services have been halted. Bavi is the second typhoon to impact China in just over a…

France 24

Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China, over 1 million evacuated

Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China's eastern Zhejiang province late on Saturday, prompting massive evacuations and widespread disruptions after lashing Japan's southern islands and Taiwan with heavy rain and strong winds. Authorities said the storm was expected to gradually weaken as it moved inland toward the northwest.

The Times of India

Rotated Ireland overcome spirited Japan side as Sean Jansen shines on debut

Japan 20-36 Ireland: Ireland head coach Andy Farrell made nine changes from their narrow win over Australia

The Independent UK

Japan’s wild deer bow to tourists who approach them, but not out of politeness, because they have learned that bowing brings food

At Nara, the enchanting bowing deer have adopted this charming behavior due to their frequent interactions with humans. A study revealed that these deer bow significantly more than their counterparts who lack similar experiences with cracker-feeding. Interestingly, adult deer and those inhabiting busier sections of the park bow more often,…

The Times of India

Japan dismantled a 400-year-old castle stone by stone before a dam flooded the valley, then rebuilt it exactly as it had stood centuries earlier

Kumamoto Castle is undergoing a significant restoration after the 2016 earthquake damaged its historic structure. Workers are meticulously rebuilding the castle's iconic stone walls, stone by stone. This painstaking process involves documenting and replacing each damaged stone with an exact replica. Modern technology aids traditional craftsmanship in preserving the castle's…

The Times of India

Since the 1960s, every day at exactly 5 p.m., Japan plays the same melody to quietly test its nationwide disaster warning system

Japan plays music daily as a disaster warning system test. This system, Bosai Musen, alerts citizens to potential earthquakes and typhoons. Different localities use unique tunes, often traditional folk songs or town anthems. While some find the broadcasts a nuisance, they are a vital preparedness measure. This integration of preparedness…

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SoftBank names ex-Goldman Sachs trader Mark Agne to lead Vision Fund finances

SoftBank Vision Fund has appointed Mark Agne to lead finance and technology roles. The move follows a series of staffing changes at SoftBank as its focus shifts alongside founder Masayoshi Son’s quest for technologies underpinning AI services. Agne joined SoftBank in 2019 after 17 years at Goldman Sachs, where he…

The Independent UK

More than half a million people evacuated as Typhoon Bavi heads to China after battering Japan and Taiwan

Bavi is forecast to bring violent winds and heavy rain to a region already reeling from weeks of deadly flooding

The Times of India

Slithering snakes, lakhs on the run: Twin typhoons batter China; scary visuals emerge

Chinese authorities evacuated over 900,000 people ahead of Typhoon Bavi's expected landfall. The storm is forecast to hit Wenzhou after affecting Taiwan and Japan's islands. Taiwan evacuated 14,000 people and faced widespread power outages and flight cancellations. Japan's southwestern islands also experienced significant power disruptions and flight cancellations. The Philippines…

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'Good luck and ganbatte': Ireland and Japan fans converge on the Hunter for rugby clash

Ahead of kick off, supporters from Ireland and Japan were in high spirits at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday night. Did we see you there?

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FIFA World Cup Viral Theory: Has the strange 'Japan' factor already guessed 2026 champion?

FIFA World Cup 2026: A viral FIFA World Cup fan theory is gaining attention after Brazil's defeat to Norway in the 2026 tournament. The quirky pattern claims that whenever Japan reach the knockout stage, the team that eliminates them is later knocked out by the eventual champions. The trend has…

The Economic Times

Japan successfully launches, lands reusable rocket

Japan's space agency conducted a successful test of its prototype reusable rocket. The rocket reached a height of ten meters and landed safely after forty seconds. This development marks a significant step in cost-cutting rocket technology for Japan. The agency is reviewing data and feels confident about the useful information…

The Independent UK

Taiwan and eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as winds and rain hit Japan's southern islands

Typhoon Bavi has brought strong winds and rain to Japan’s southern islands, as Taiwan and eastern China brace for the storm's impacts

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Japanese school teaches children how to stay safe around wild bears

Children at a primary school in central Japan are taking part in a bear awareness programme, learning how to safely coexist with wild bears as sightings remain common in the area.

The Economic Times

2027 Honda Jazz unveiled in Japan with refreshed design, new RS variant; will it return to India?

Honda unveiled the refreshed 2027 Honda Jazz, marking its 25th anniversary. The updated model features revised features and a sportier RS variant. It retains the practical cabin and the e:HEV hybrid powertrain for efficiency. This compact hatchback has a 25-year legacy of practicality and space. Honda has no current plans…

The Independent UK

Is Japan v Ireland on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Nations Championship clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the clash

France 24

Typhoon Bavi forces Taiwan evacuations, batters Japan islands

More than 90,000 people in Taiwan fled their homes as Typhoon Bavi lashed the island with heavy rain and strong winds on Saturday, after cutting power to thousands in Japan's Okinawa islands as it bore down on eastern China.

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