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Two stabbed at entertainment complex in Japan as police arrest 30-year-old suspect

HKT48 said the group's fan event scheduled for Sunday night was canceled

The Independent UK

Apple Is Richer Than All but 4 Countries

Apple's market capitalization reached $4.01 trillion, making it wealthier than the entire economic output of nearly every country on Earth except for four.

GOBankingRates

Haruki Murakami honored with awards and a jazzy tribute in New York

Haruki Murakami recently received two honors in New York for his contributions to literature and cultural exchange

The Independent UK

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"I wish I had the Katamari Damacy IP": To a T was meant to counter the "downer" vibes of 2019 America, but Keita Takahashi says it "didn't sell well" and fears it "just wasn't a good fit"

Year in Review 2025 | To a T is a wonderful, joyful story about not fitting in – but it also illustrates why it's "definitely getting harder" to create experimental games

GamesRadar

Japan Earthquake: 6.9-Magnitude Tremor Sparks Pacific Coast Evacuations, Causes Revealed

Japan lifted tsunami warnings after a 6.9-magnitude quake, but evacuations and fears of further tremors continue along the Pacific coast.

International Business Times UK

Wife Livid After Hubby Hands Out Her Souvenir Wines To Friends, He Doubles Down And Suggests Therapy

One woman’s treasured souvenirs from Japan and Germany became the center of a shocking betrayal after her husband treated her clearly marked “do not touch” bottles like party freebies. Despite repeated reminders that they were sentimental and off-limits, he uncorked both while she was away and shrugged it off as…

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Oscar-nominated documentary 'Black Box Diaries' has delayed premiere in Japan after legal issues

Japanese journalist Shiori Ito's documentary, “Black Box Diaries,” has finally premiered in Japan after facing legal hurdles

The Independent UK

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England's March international fixtures: Kick-off times, dates and how to watch England vs Uruguay and England vs Japan

England will face Uruguay and Japan in friendlies at Wembley in the March international break as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup

FourFourTwo

Kaoru Mitoma: Brighton star set for comeback against Liverpool after lengthy injury absence

Japan winger has not featured since September

Evening Standard

Shot with a Canon EOS R6 Mark II, this breathtaking panorama captures the profound stillness of Japan's countryside

Megumi Murakami's award-winning image blends together the mystical qualities of fog, dawn light and nature's perfect symmetry

Digital Camera World

Rare World Cup miss for Australian snowboard superstar

Scotty James has had an uncharacteristically poor showing at the halfpipe World Cup in China with the Aussie great well off an all-Japanese podium.

AAP

The Australians gunning for Japanese rugby glory

A former Wallabies coach, plenty of Australian players and a handful of ex-NRL flyers will have a point to prove when the Japanese rugby union season kicks off.

AAP

Why tensions between China and Japan are unlikely to be resolved soon

Though China and Japan are experienced in dealing with diplomatic crises, relations between the two neighbours appear to have reached a new low. And this time, their conflict may not be easily resolved.

The Conversation

Successful defence giant's bid won't hurt Japan ties

Australia's relationship with Japan won't be hurt by a decision to allow a South Korean defence giant to double its share in the nation's sovereign shipbuilder.

AAP

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The Conversation

Exotic animal cafes: cute trend or welfare crisis?

Imagine sipping a latte while stroking an owl or watching an otter play at your feet. This is the promise of exotic animal cafes, a trend that blends coffee culture with wildlife encounters. But behind the Instagram-worthy photos lies a troubling reality – the welfare of the animals themselves.

TechRadar

Marvel Rivals Season 5.5 launch: our coverage of the Rogue update

Here's our coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 5.5 as it happened. This includes a look at the release time, and the new Hero Rogue.

Tom’s Hardware

'Outlet' RAM sold in Japan as new with huge markups, scuffed packaging — Crucial DDR5-5600 64GB kit commands $600 overseas as AI shortage bites

Japanese retailer Sofmap offloads Crucial's Pro DDR5-5600 C46 64GB (2x32GB) memory kit for $602.74.

Tom’s Hardware

TSMC ponders upgrading 2nd Japan fab to 4nm — could pave the way for more advanced chips for Japanese customers (Updated)

TSMC reportedly mulls making 4nm chips in Japan amid putting construction of Fab 23 phase 2 on pause.

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The Independent UK

Japan deploys nightmarish robot wolves with red glowing eyes to scare away bears

A spate of bear attacks across Japan has seen local authorities pushed to drastic measures, including calling in the army and drones

The Guardian - UK

The world’s most sublime dinner set – for 2,000 guests! Hyakkō: 100+ Makers from Japan review

Japan House, LondonThe fruit of a two-year odyssey through the workshops of artisans using ancient techniques, this delightful show features rippling chestnut trays, exquisitely turned kettles and vessels made of petrified leather

The Independent UK

World’s first autonomous passenger ship unveiled in Japan

Japan’s ageing population could hit its shipping industry and affect transportation between islands, experts say

Digital Camera World

Taken with a 61MP resolution specialist camera, this dark and moody vision of a Japanese temple transforms a postcard favorite into fine art

Rintaro Ukon used a combination of ultra‑wide precision, 61MP detail and meticulous grading to make one of Japan’s most photographed temples feel strangely new.

Digital Camera World

A three-year-old Canon is still Japan's most sold camera – and Sony's newest vlog cams can't take its crown

A fresh look at Japan's November 2025 camera sales – aggregated from major electronic stores and online retailers across the country

The Guardian - UK

‘Like a rock star’: the global reverence for Martin Parr’s class-conscious photography

Unfettered love for late photographer in France and elsewhere stands in contrast to occasional reservations in UK

International Business Times UK

Japan's 7-Eleven, Lawson, and FamilyMart Now Acting as 'Safety Stations' for Women and Children as Police Presence Declines

Japan's convenience stores responded to 6,681 incidents involving women in crisis during 2023, with the number of local koban police boxes declining from 6,455 to 6,215 stations since 2005.

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