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A moment that changed me: A WhatsApp message about a little-known sport made me an unlikely celebrity in Japan

I’d always wanted to represent my country at something, so when I learned about Mölkky, I got a team together

The Guardian - UK

Japan's exports jump 17% in May, but logs a deficit as imports surge

Japan has reported a $2.4 billion trade deficit in May even though its exports surged 17% from a year earlier

AAP

Global Markets: Japan exports extend growth streak despite Middle East supply disruptions

Japan's exports saw a significant rise in May, fueled by a weaker yen and robust demand for semiconductors. This growth outpaced expectations, even as global trade faced challenges. Electronic components, especially for AI applications, led the surge. Shipments to the US and China remained strong. Imports also increased, primarily due…

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5 Japanese Wellness Rituals to Adopt Into Your Routine for Mindful Living — And How to Design Them at Home

These rejuvenating concepts are built on intentionally feeding your mind, body, and soul

Livingetc

Alleged ice-cream cartel in Japan investigated as sweltering summer looms

Six companies are suspected of colluding to use food inflation to raise the prices of their product

The Guardian - AU

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Kenya, Japan, Egypt and South Korea leaders on sidelines of G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with leaders from the UAE, Kenya, Egypt, South Korea, and Japan at the G7 Summit in Evian, France. Discussions focused on boosting trade, investment, and strategic ties. Modi also stressed dialogue for global conflict resolution and highlighted maritime security. India's participation marked its 13th G7…

The Economic Times

Floating volcanic rock is disrupting life in Papua New Guinea – and the problem will last a long time

People in parts of Papua New Guinea are facing an unusual problem. Floating volcanic rock is making boat travel difficult, blocking access to fishing grounds and disrupting daily life in coastal communities.

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Airline execs cut their own pay because crews won’t stop drinking before flights. It’s not the first time it’s happened

The airline must submit an improvement plan, per the Japanese government.

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The trendy Ricoh GR IV compact camera series is about to get more expensive in Japan. Will other regions follow suit?

Ricoh says a “significant rise” in manufacturing and logistics is behind an upcoming price change for the popular GR series in Japan

Digital Camera World

Japan Raises Interest Rates To 31-Year High As War-Driven Energy Costs Fuel Inflation Concerns

Japan's central bank raised interest rates to their highest level in more than three decades, tightening monetary policy as the country grapples with inflationary pressures.

International Business Times

Wreck of World War II Japanese 'hellship' that sank with more than 1,000 Allied POWs on board discovered off the Philippines

The remains of a Japanese "hellship" that was torpedoed in 1944 and sank with more than 1,000 POWs on board has been found off the coast of the Philippines island of Luzon.

LiveScience

Fujitsu chair resigns after ‘woman-related inappropriate conduct’

Japanese technology company at centre of Post Office IT scandal is negotiating settlement with UK government over faulty software

The Guardian - UK

The explanation behind Japan's whiteboard tactics at the 2026 World Cup

The Japan national team showcased a bizarrely brilliant whiteboard tactic at the 2026 World Cup

FourFourTwo

Staffbase announces 2026 global VOICES Award winners; winning work points to trust and adoption as employee experience’s new differentiators

NEW YORK, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Staffbase, the first AI-native employee experience platform, today announced the winners of its 2026 VOICES Awards across four regional events representing the Americas, Asia Pacific and Japan, DACH, and UKIMEA. Taken together, this year’s winning programs point to a clear shift in…

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5.5 magnitude earthquake rattles Tokyo region but no danger of a tsunami, meteorological agency says

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.5 has shaken eastern Japan including Tokyo

The Guardian - UK

‘We weren’t allowed to meet Oasis!’: Japanese punk band Otoboke Beaver on fun, feminism and famous fans

Dave Grohl spread the word about the ferociously funny quartet and now they’re supporting Foo Fighters in stadiums. Just make sure you switch off your phone’s flash if you go to their gigs …

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39 Winning Travel Photos Selected By The 2025 Chromatic Awards That Capture The Variety Of The World

Photography can turn travel beyond a checklist of destinations. A single image can capture the feeling of a busy street, the stillness of a sacred place, the rhythm of daily work, or the striking beauty of a landscape that looks eerily like a painting.After previously featuring the Wildlife And Animals…

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Stock Index Futures Muted After Three-Day Rally, FOMC Meeting in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.01%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.01% this morning, taking a breather after a three-day rally, while investors turn their attention to the first Federal Reserve meeting under Kevin Warsh.

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SoftBank launches cybersecurity product based on OpenAI models

The "Patching as a Service" product will be rolled out in Japan through a joint ‌venture established ⁠last ⁠November between SoftBank's domestic telecoms arm, SoftBank Corp, and OpenAI.

AAP

Global shares are mostly higher and Japan's Nikkei tops 70,000 before BOJ's rate hike

Global shares are mostly higher and Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 briefly topped 70,000 for the first time before trimming early gains after the Bank of Japan raised its key interest rate to 1%

The Independent UK

Japan hikes interest rates to highest since 1995 as Middle East tensions fuel inflation fears

Decision by BOJ influenced by higher energy costs due to instability in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Japan's tech business SoftBank rolls out OpenAI 'patches' against cyberattacks

Japanese technology giant SoftBank Group Corp. is launching a service using OpenAI technology to protect against the looming threat of cyberattacks

The Guardian - UK

Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high … of 1%

Country acts amid Iran war inflation pressures, but US Fed and Bank of England expected to hold rates

The Economic Times

Explained: Why Japan's Nikkei soared to lifetime high even after BOJ hiked interest rates to 31-year high

Japan's Nikkei index surged past 70,000 for the first time as the Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1%, the highest in 31 years. The central bank's gradual tightening, coupled with diminished Middle East conflict risks, supported equities. Simultaneously, an Iran-US peace deal boosted sentiment, leading to…

The Economic Times

Japan undecided on sending military to the Strait of Hormuz

Japan said Tuesday it has not yet decided whether its military will join efforts to help the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran peace deal. Japan signed onto a joint statement issued Monday by European nations that they were ready for a "defensive and independent…

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