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Japan wants its hardworking citizens to try a 4-day workweek

Japan is a nation so hardworking its language has a term for literally working oneself to death

The Independent UK

Storm slowly heads toward Japan's capital, leaving mudslides and broken bridges in its path

Tropical Storm Shanshan is slowly making its way northeast toward the Tokyo area, setting off a mudslide that killed three people

The Independent UK

Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on the Outlook for Less Aggressive Fed Easing

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Friday climbed to a 1-1/2 week high and finished up by +0.37%. The dollar found support from Friday’s US personal spending and the core PCE reports, which dampened speculation the Fed will cut interest rates by 50 bp at next month’s FOMC meeting. The dollar...

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Dollar Strengthens on Positive US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.17% at a 1-1/2 week high. The dollar is finding support from today’s US personal spending and the core PCE reports, which dampened speculation the Fed will cut interest rates by 50 bp at next month’s FOMC meeting. The dollar is...

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Reason

Could Yamaha’s Sleek And Sporty X-Force Scooter Sell In The US?

Yamaha has updated its X-Force scooter in Japan with sporty looks and decent tech. Could this thing sell in the US market?

RideApart

Japan Boosts Military Budget To Counter China's Growing Threat

Japan's Defense Ministry seeks increased budget for military modernization to counter China's threat, focusing on unmanned weapons, AI tech, and ethical co...

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“What Place Have You Visited That Lived Up To Or Exceeded The Hype?” (35 Answers)

One of the dangers of having high expectations is that you might still end up disappointed. But in some cases, trips really do match—and even exceed!—all the hype. The post “What Place Have You Visited That Lived Up To Or Exceeded The Hype?” (35 Answers) first appeared on Bored Panda.

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“There have been many requests for it to be re-released”: Fender Japan answers players’ calls and revives its cult 12-string Stratocasters and Telecasters for the first time in over a decade

Fender first put out a 12-string electric in the 1960s, and it's been over 10 years since we last saw the firm produce expanded Strat and Tele models

Guitar World

Japan's defense ministry seeks record budget as it faces growing threat from China

Japan’s Defense Ministry has sought a record 8.5 trillion yen ($59 billion) budget for the next year to fortify its deterrence on southwestern islands against China’s increasing threat, while focusing on unmanned weapons and AI to make up for the declining number of servicemembers as a result of the country’s…

The Independent UK

US road to 2031 Rugby World Cup starts with Pacific Nations challenge

Eagles coach Scott Lawrence has picked college talent – and crossovers from football and wrestling – in his squad to face Canada and Japan in new event

The Guardian - US

Weather tracker: At least three dead as Typhoon Shanshan barrels through Japan

Severe gusts and heavy rain leave dozens injured and more than 250,000 homes without power

The Guardian - UK

Asian Shares Rise As Tech Companies Show Promise

Asian shares rise on positive economic data from Japan and mixed U.S. markets amid tech company fluctuations.

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Typhoon Shanshan Wreaks Havoc In Southern Japan

Typhoon Shanshan hits Japan, causing mass evacuations, casualties, and widespread damage. Stay vigilant as heavy rainfall persists.

Dynamite News

Typhoon Shanshan injures dozens, cause power outage in southwestern Japan

Typhoon Shanshan struck southwestern Japan on Thursday morning, leaving dozens of people injured, reported Al Jazeera Read further on Dynamite News

The Independent UK

Slow tropical storm dumps heavy rain around Tokyo after causing floods in southern Japan

A slow-moving tropical storm is having a far-reaching impact in much of Japan, dumping heavy rain around Tokyo and flooding roads and riverside areas in the south

Al Jazeera

Japan’s ruling party faces ‘generational battle’ as it chooses new leader

Fumio Kishida promised reform when he said he was stepping down as prime minister after a term marred by controversy.

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Typhoon Shanshan Barrels Up Japan As Five Reported Dead

Typhoon Shanshan slowly barrelled up the Japanese archipelago Friday, dumping torrential rains and causing transport havoc as its reported death toll reached five.

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Folks Can’t Get Enough Of The Adorable School Essentials That Kids In Japan Are Required To Have

TikTok mom goes viral with 14 million views for sharing the required school supplies that kids in Japan need while going back to school, internet can't handle the cuteness. The post Folks Can’t Get Enough Of The Adorable School Essentials That Kids In Japan Are Required To Have first appeared…

Evening Standard

Shanshan: Millions told to evacuate as Japan hit by one of strongest typhoons

Strong winds and torrential rain knocked out power and snarled air traffic

Tom’s Hardware

Japanese company shows off $50 USB thumb drive with integrated digital camera

A Japanese company is showing off a $50 USB thumb drive that integrates a fully functioning camera. April Tokyo’s 3-in-1 USB memory & art camera delivers portable storage, still photography, and video camera functionality in a form not much bulkier than a mainstream storage-only device

Guitar World

“The fusion of two iconic legacies”: Fender’s Custom Shop channels Fender Japan’s most desirable designs for its latest luxury collaborative Stratocaster – which has been launched with a Bvlgari watch

The striking six-sring celebrates the Strat's 70th Anniversary with the help of Bvlgari, and takes inspiration from the Aerodyne and Elemental families

GamesRadar

The 3DS and Wii U era gets another nail in the coffin as Nintendo stops repairing New 3DS consoles in Japan

This comes less than two months after Wii U repairs stopped in Japan, too

Metal Hammer

“Do you like... beer?” What happened when we accompanied sugar-sweet Japanese ‘Harajuku-core’ metallers Hanabie to the UK's biggest rock festival, Download

Could Hanabie win over a crowd of muddy, drunk British rock fans? You bet

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