Japanese manga fans urge Trump to stop using characters in his online posts Renewed outrage at White House’s use manga and anime imagery after US president is depicted as ninja Naruto The Guardian - UK · Jun 10
Celtic star 'confident' his club form will translate to World Cup success Maeda is convinced his sensational scoring run at the end of the season, which helped Celtic to the double, can continue for Japan at the World Cup. The National (Scotland) · Jun 10
Philippines earthquake: Search for missing continues after powerful quake claims 46 lives The Philippines earthquake death toll has climbed to 46, with a supermarket employee's body recovered in General Santos City. Most new fatalities are from Davao Occidental, victims of landslides and building collapses. The powerful tremor also triggered tsunami warnings and affected neighboring countries, with waves recorded as far as Japan. The Times of India · Jun 10
Japan Gorilla Kiyomasa Goes Viral for Human-Like 'Thinking Pose' After Dramatic Spat With Mate Kiyomasa the gorilla has gone viral after being filmed in a human-like 'thinking pose' following a reported disagreement at a Japanese zoo International Business Times UK · Jun 10
Malaysia's Petronas signs 20-year LNG supply deal with Japan's JERA KUALA LUMPUR/TOKYO — Malaysian's Petronas will supply Japanese utility firm JERA with 2 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per annum under a 20-year deal, the leaders of the two countries said on Wednesday. Bangkok Post · Jun 10
Quote of the Day by Takeo Doi, the Japanese psychoanalyst behind ‘Amae’: ‘Every language is a vast pattern-system, different from…’ - how The Anatomy of Dependence author explained the hidden link between language and consciousness Quote of the Day by Takeo Doi suggests language profoundly influences our understanding of the world. The Japanese psychoanalyst highlighted how words and cultural ideas shape our thoughts, values, and relationships. This concept explains why interpretations of events differ. Doi's work emphasizes that language builds our consciousness, impacting how we… The Economic Times · Jun 10
FOREX-Dollar steadies following US strikes on Iran and ahead of inflation data The dollar held steady as U.S. strikes on Iran followed a helicopter incident, though President Trump downplayed the event. Investors await U.S. inflation data for Federal Reserve policy clues. Meanwhile, the yen weakened as Japan's wholesale prices surged, with markets anticipating a Bank of Japan rate hike. The Economic Times · Jun 10
Surprise No.1 shift as "finest stills camera ever made" overtakes Sony A7 V in Japan's best-selling sales chart After 84 years of Hasselblad, its 100MP flagship is setting new standards – now reclaiming the top position after previously missing the rankings Digital Camera World · Jun 9
Bulletin world briefing: Black bear chaos in Japan and major vaccine breakthrough Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today The Independent UK · Jun 9
I NEED to buy this talking Toy Story compact camera for my daughter! To infinity focus…and beyond! This Woody and Buzz-themed compact camera arrives just in time for Toy Story 5 –but only in Japan Digital Camera World · Jun 9
Black bear caught alive in Japan after days of sightings and school closures Utsunomiya officials yet to decide what to do with the captured bear The Independent UK · Jun 9
Jack Dempsey included in Scotland squad despite move to Japan as Gregor Townsend calls up uncapped pair Uncapped hookers Seb Stephen and Gregor Hiddleston have been called up to the 36-man squad The Independent UK · Jun 9
Japanese city captures bear that caused fear and school closures A wandering bear that scared residents of a Japanese city just north of Tokyo has been captured after several days of panic during which all schools were closed The Independent UK · Jun 9
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Rahm Emanuel eyes White House run as he declares: ‘Tough times require a tough leader’ The one-time Democratic congressman, White House chief of staff, Chicago mayor and U.S. ambassador to Japan hasn't formally announced his ambition to return to power in Washington
The Economic Times · Jun 9 Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei ends higher as chip-related heavyweights jump The Nikkei was choppy earlier in the session, inching down as much as 0.16%.
Digital Camera World · Jun 9 Just released, and already the #1 compact camera in Japan – a travel-zoom featuring Leica optics The new point-and-shoot camera features a 24-360mm / 15x zoom lens, while half of the top 10 compact cameras are on backorder
Motor1 · Jun 9 Toyota Chairman Playfully Waves Nissan Flags In Viral Video Akio Toyoda supports Nissan's decision to sell the American-made Murano in Japan.
The Economic Times · Jun 9 India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flags India may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) warns that while free trade agreements have become a cornerstone of India's trade strategy, the country is grappling with six persistent challenges…
The Economic Times · Jun 9 India has a story to tell in single malts that is not borrowed from Scotland or Japan: Alcobrew’s Romesh Pandita In a freewheeling chat, Romesh Pandita, Chairman and Managing Director, Alcobrew Distilleries India, highlights how Indian single malts are unique and why India is ready to experience luxury in this segment.
The Economic Times · Jun 9 BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say The Bank of Japan is reportedly leaning towards pausing its bond purchase taper beyond next fiscal year, a move that would mark a significant shift in its quantitative tightening strategy. This decision is expected to be closely debated by the nine-member board, with some prioritizing investor sentiment and others advocating…
Bangkok Post · Jun 9 Bear hunt continues as Japanese city shuts schools for second day UTSUNOMIYA — The hunt for a black bear spotted more than a dozen times in the Japanese city of Utsunomiya continued on Tuesday as all 94 municipal primary and middle schools were closed for a second straight day.
AAP · Jun 9 Global stocks receive a boost from tech dip-buying Tech stocks have rebounded as global investors swung in to buy after a recent drop, while oil prices fell after a halt in Middle East hostilities.
AAP · Jun 9 Global Football Tournament Drives Travel Surge, with Group Stage Booking Growth Nearly Double Knockout Round's: Trip.com Data MEXICO CITY, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A major football tournament spanning the United States, Canada and Mexico (11 June – 19 July) is set to drive a surge in international travel to North America this summer, with Trip.com booking data revealing year-on-year growth of nearly 70% across the 16…
The Guardian - AU · Jun 9 Izakaya economics: Japan’s traditional night out fights tooth and ale for survival Hard times – and British-style pubs – are squeezing restaurant-bars that once thrived in cities everywhere. Can they innovate to keep pace with change?