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President Biden Calls Japan 'Xenophobic' In Fundraiser Remarks

President Biden's comments on Japan's immigration stance highlight the complexities of immigration, economic growth, and international relations.

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OPINION - Stop London's great real cafes being choked by identikit chains

Proper Food, they call it on the noticeboard outside. That is to distinguish the menu from the fake food outlets that have sprung up across the City like Indian balsam or Japanese knotweed on a riverbank. This little Italian cafe on Foster Lane has the characteristic menu of its type:…

Evening Standard

Japan's Moon Sniper Lander Survives Third Lunar Night

Japan's Moon Sniper lander, SLIM, impresses by surviving extreme lunar conditions, capturing data and images, contributing to global lunar exploration efforts.

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The LGBTQ+ guide to travelling the world: where to go and where to definitely avoid

Stefan Arestis and Sebastien Chaneac have been travelling the world since 2014 but as a gay couple it’s not always been easy — or safe. Here they share their favourite LGBTQ+ friendly spots and the places they would never visit again

Evening Standard

This graffiti-filled, anime-inspired 3D platformer oozes personality with its mix of Japanese pop culture inspirations

Preview | RKGK is the first title from Wabisabi Games, but it already feels promising

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Has Loro Piana made the world’s most luxurious denim?

Loro Piana’s ‘Denim Silk’ is crafted from a mix of denim and silk in a collaboration between artisans in Italy and Japan, taking a day to produce just 50 metres

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China becomes world's electric vehicle powerhouse, causing concern in EU

China's electric vehicle (EV) industry has grown exponentially in recent years, encouraged by colossal state subsidies. China produces three quarters of the world's car batteries, a huge advantage for carmakers who can drastically reduce their production costs and expand internationally. The Asian giant is now the world's top exporter of…

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Japan's .6 Billion Yen Intervention On May 1

Japan's recent .6 billion intervention in the foreign exchange market aimed to stabilize the yen's value and protect its export-driven economy.

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Japan's Tactics In Suspected Yen Intervention Explained

Learn about Japan's tactics for managing the value of the yen in the foreign exchange market and the potential implications of its interventions.

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Uber Cup: India lose 0-3 against Japan in quarterfinals

NEW DELHI: At the Uber Cup badminton tournament at Chengdu in China on Thursday, the young and inexperienced Indian women's team lost to strong Japan 0-3 despite a valiant effort by Ashmita Chaliha.

The Times of India

Biden Links Economic Woes To Xenophobia In China, Japan, India

President Biden addresses economic challenges in China, Japan, and India, emphasizing global cooperation and unity for shared prosperity.

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Japan Signals 160 Yen Line In FX Intervention

Japan's intervention at 160 yen line aims to stabilize currency market and economy, with global implications.

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Yen Slips After Rallying On Suspected Intervention, Stocks Mixed

The yen weakened Thursday following another surge against the dollar that fuelled speculation Japanese authorities had intervened for a second time this week, after Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell warned interest rates would stay higher for longer.

International Business Times

The vast new whaling ‘mother ship’ that Japan hopes will revive a shrinking industry

A new $47m vessel is preparing for its maiden voyage in coastal waters, but there are fears the Kangei Maru could one day mean a return to hunting in the Southern Ocean

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What are Akiya houses? Why does Japan have so many empty homes?

Japan's fertility rate declined for a seventh consecutive year in 2022, falling to 1.26 births per woman

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Mizuno for Margaret Howell is this summer’s most considered sportswear

The latest chapter of Margaret Howell’s collaboration with Japanese sportswear brand Mizuno has been revealed, featuring ultra-lightweight fabrications and sleek, utilitarian design

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Investors Await Fed Rate Decision, U.S. PMI and Jobs Data on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.42%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.73% this morning as mixed earnings and the prospect of higher-for-longer U.S. interest rates weighed on sentiment, with all eyes on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision due later in the day.

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Fed Rate Decision Looms, U.S. Jobs Data on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.29%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.58% this morning as the prospect of higher-for-longer U.S. interest rates continued to weigh on sentiment, with all eyes on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision due later in the day.

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Japanese PM sets off on six-day trip to France and Latin America

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida travelled to France on Wednesday for a visit that will also take in Brazil and Paraguay. Tokyo is seeking to boost ties with Paris and Latin America in areas of defence, climate and energy.

France 24

'22 minutes of horror': 14-year-old boy killed in London sword attack

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, May 1: Marijuana may soon be reclassified as a lower-risk drug in the United States, which would be a major win for President Joe Biden. Also, a horrific sword attack leaves a 14-year-old boy dead in London, leading one newspaper to question potential mental health…

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Bank Of Japan's Hawkish Whispers Amid Yen Selloff

Bank of Japan faces challenges as yen selloff overshadows hawkish signals amidst economic uncertainty.

The Guardian - AU

Akiya houses: why Japan has nine million empty homes

New figures show nearly 14% of all houses in Japan are empty – but this real estate glut is attracting growing interest from foreigners

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Craft store Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten at Narita airport is an ode to travel

The Japanese homewear and craft store Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten wows with bright interior made of moveable ‘trunks’ by Tokyo-based studio 14sd designs

International Business Times

Weak Yen Boosts Tourist Wallets In Japan

Foreign tourists are flocking to Japan in record numbers and thanks to a sliding yen many are living like kings, splashing out on everything from kimonos to knives and slap-up meals.

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