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The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Yen hits key 160 level for third session, dollar buoyed by Gulf woes

The Japanese yen is nearing a critical 160 per dollar level, prompting warnings of decisive action from Tokyo. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar is strengthening due to safe-haven demand amid escalating Gulf tensions. Markets await U.S. jobs data, with the yen facing its fourth weekly decline despite signs of rising real…

The Economic Times

Japan plans to rebuild ageing nuclear plants: report

Japan reportedly plans to replace up to five nuclear reactors by the 2040s, aiming to ensure a stable energy.

AAP

Japan travel scam tops B4m in damages as state steps in

The Tourism Department is helping victims of fraudulent and illegal tours visiting Japan to file civil lawsuits, as total damages now exceed 4 million baht.

Bangkok Post

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Kendall Jenner, Jacob Elordi Caught on Video Packing on PDA in Japan After Kylie's Direct Command

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi have been filmed holding hands on a trip to Japan, the latest in a string of public outings that has fuelled speculation about a new Hollywood power couple.

International Business Times UK

US to uphold tariff caps in deals with EU, Japan: Greer

The US has struck deals with ‌the EU and Japan that limit US ⁠tariffs on most EU or Japanese imports to a maximum of 15 per cent.

AAP

World Cup 2026 – Group F guide: Netherlands face tough test with Japan, Sweden and Tunisia

The Dutch look to have a strong defence and midfield but will that be enough to top a tricky group?

The Independent UK

Auburn University student goes missing in Japan during family vacation, had a fight with mom over use of ChatGPT

A Japan vacation turned into a nightmare for this Alabama family as their 20-year-old son, a student at Auburn University, has been missing since May 29. The family said they won't be leaving Japan without Weston. Weston is an experienced traveler and nobody resisted when he went on solo after…

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We could get a Resident Evil game set in Japan someday as producer Masato Kumazawa reveals the development team 'has given it some thought'

Who could say no to a Resident Evil game set in Japan?

PC Gamer

‘We are in our own living hell’: 20yo Alabama student disappears in Japan, mom pleads with locals for help finding him

"We will continue to have hope, and we will find Weston."

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Prudential Hits Employees With New Layoffs Amid $1 Billion Global Misconduct and Sales Ban Disaster

Prudential Financial is pressing ahead with another round of layoffs in Newark as it absorbs a $1 billion blow from misconduct and a sales suspension at its Japan affiliate.

International Business Times UK

A viewfinder-free creator camera overtakes traditional photography models in Japan

For months, a leading beginner camera dominated Japan's sales charts – but a viewfinder-free creator camera has now taken the top spot

Digital Camera World

Why Japan is running short of plastic bags, trays and gloves

Shortage affecting bakeries to convenience store chains, and making everyday items more expensive for people

The Independent UK

These best-selling compact cameras share a winning formula – and smartphone fatigue may explain their success in Japan

The latest sales figures reveal that Japan's most popular compact cameras are simple and surprisingly cheap, starting from US$99

Digital Camera World

In 1979, Japan released 30 mongooses onto Amami Oshima to kill venomous snakes, and it took 45 years to fix what happened next

Japan's ambitious plan to control venomous snakes on Amami Ōshima with Indian mongooses in 1979 backfired spectacularly. The introduced predators, active during the day, failed to hunt nocturnal snakes but decimated native wildlife, including the endangered Amami rabbit. After nearly five decades and a massive eradication effort, Japan has finally…

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James 'Weston' Higginbotham Update: Family Fears Emotional Distress After Auburn Student Vanishes In Japan

Auburn University student James 'Weston' Higginbotham disappeared in Japan, prompting a large-scale search involving Japanese authorities, US officials, and volunteers.

The Economic Times

Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei pulls back from record high on AI selloff

Japan's Nikkei index experienced its biggest drop in three weeks on Thursday. This pullback followed a record high. Investors sold AI-related stocks after Broadcom's disappointing revenue. Renewed Middle East conflict also impacted market sentiment. SoftBank Group saw a significant decline. Despite the broader market fall, Tokyo Electron and Disco shares…

The Independent UK

Japan could force demolition of ‘illegal’ mosque inaugurated by Pakistan’s ambassador

City mayor says she wants the mosque demolished as soon as possible

Livingetc

From a Sunken Tatami Lounge to a Glass-Enclosed Stream — This Los Angeles Home Has Cracked the California-Japan Design Code

Honoring the pioneering American architect Ray Kappe's original vision, OWIU Design's most personal project weaves Eastern philosophies and artisanal traditions into the fabric of a modern West Coast abode

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The Independent UK

Japan’s Punch the monkey and his troop to get air conditioning amid searing heat

City of Ichikawa sets aside £370,000 in its supplementary budget for 2026 to improve conditions for Punch and the rest of the macaque troop

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japanese bond yields mixed as BOJ rate-hike expectations and inflation concerns shape sentiment

Japanese government bond yields saw mixed trading as investors weighed the Bank of Japan's potential interest rate hike against global inflation worries. Governor Ueda's hawkish remarks fueled expectations of a rate increase in June, signaling a shift towards tighter monetary policy. Meanwhile, rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions kept…

The Economic Times

Dollar clings to 2-month high as Gulf hostilities flare, yen wobbles near intervention zone

Heightened Middle East tensions, including Iranian attacks and U.S. strikes, propelled oil prices and boosted the dollar's safe-haven appeal near a two-month peak. The yen teetered around the 160 mark, sparking intervention fears. Meanwhile, strong U.S. services inflation data reinforced expectations of sustained high interest rates, while the Bank of…

The Guardian - AU

Japan sees shortage of plastic bags, trays and gloves, as Iran war-induced naphtha shortage worsens

The Middle East is Japan’s main source of crude oil, from which naphtha is extracted and used to make items including printing ink and plastics

Tom’s Guide

Certification listing appears to confirm Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra as Samsung's third flagship foldable: what we know

Leaked Japanese certifications appear to confirm the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra name, plus how many models we can expect.

Fortune

These Fortune 500 companies are bigger than most national economies—here's where they'd rank as countries

Some companies on the Fortune 500 list rank even higher than national economies. Nvidia would be the fourth largest economy were it a country.

TechRadar

Japan is considering stronger age restrictions for social media use — but public response to the move hasn't been as positive as hoped

Japan’s communications ministry has proposed new measures to protect young people from social media addiction

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