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Japan Drugmaker Reports Two More Deaths In Supplement Scare

A Japanese drugmaker whose dietary supplements are at the centre of a growing health scare reported on Thursday two more deaths potentially related to its tablets.

International Business Times

One solo dev is keeping the spirit of PS2-era racers alive with this retro Japanese street racing RPG with open world levels and a bangin' Steam demo

Night-Runners is a stylin' throwback to Tokyo Xtreme Racer and Need for Speed Underground

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Dollar Sees Support from Quarter-End Demand

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose slightly on quarter-end demand for the dollar. Also, dovish ECB comments on Wednesday undercut the euro and boosted the dollar. Meanwhile, the yen recovered from a 33-year low and moved higher on speculation that Japanese authorities may soon intervene in currency markets...

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Dollar Modestly Higher on Weakness in the Euro

The dollar index (DXY00 ) this morning is up by +0.09%. Dovish ECB comments today undercut the euro and gave the dollar a boost. Gains in the dollar are limited after the yen recovered from a 33-year low and moved higher on speculation that Japanese authorities may soon intervene in...

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The challenges that await on Formula E’s long-overdue visit to Tokyo

Since Formula E was founded 10 years ago, organisers of the all-electric championship have tried for over a decade to race in Japan’s capital, now the most populous city on earth with a population of more than 37 million.

Autosport

Japan Unveils Next-generation Passenger Plane Project

Japan announced plans on Wednesday to develop a next-generation passenger jet over the next decade after the last struggling attempt, led by a private company, was scrapped a year ago.

International Business Times

Health Supplements Recalled In Japan After Deaths And Illnesses

Health supplement products in Japan linked to illnesses and deaths due to benikoji contamination, prompting recalls and warnings.

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One of spring’s biggest anime shows will release with a streaming world-first

Kaiju No. 8 will stream simultaneously with Japan on Crunchyroll

Total Film

Japan dietary supplement recalled amid investigation into two deaths and 100 hospitalisations

Cholesterol-lowering supplements containing ‘beni koji’ recalled by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical over possible link to kidney disease

The Guardian - AU

Yen Hits 34-year Low Against Dollar

The yen hit a 34-year low against the dollar on Wednesday, just over a week after the Bank of Japan announced a much-anticipated interest rate hike in a shift away from years of ultra-loose monetary policy.

International Business Times

Japanese versions of classic movie posters are even better than the originals

From Star Wars to Alien and Labyrinth.

Creative Bloq

Historic defense shift: Why pacifist Japan plans to sell fighter jets now

Japan's cabinet has endorsed a groundbreaking move to sell future next-generation fighter jets developed in collaboration with Britain and Italy to other nations. This decision signifies a notable shift from Japan's post-World War II pacifist stance, stirring both domestic and international debate. As part of Japan's broader strategy to enhance…

The Times of India

BOJ's Tamura Advocates Gradual Policy Normalisation In Japan

BOJ's Deputy Governor emphasizes gradual policy normalization for stability amidst pressure to unwind stimulus measures.

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Japan Finance Minister To Address Excessive Yen Movements

Japan's Finance Minister announces plans to stabilize yen fluctuations for economic growth and export competitiveness.

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The Guardian - AU

Sign of the times in Japan as nappy company switches production to adult nappies

Oji Holdings said it would stop making children’s nappies in September amid a sharp decline in demand. Japan has a rapidly ageing society

The Guardian - UK

‘Translation changes the original meaning’: how 70s psych rockers Happy End ended the ‘Japanese rock controversy’

In 1969, Takashi Matsumoto and Haruomi Hosono opted to defy rock trends by singing in Japanese, not English – paving the way for ‘city pop’ and J-pop

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SpaceX Crew-7 astronauts share the good and bad of spending 6 months in space

NASA astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli, European Space Agency astronaut Andreas Mogensen and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency astronaut Satoshi Furukawa spoke about their six months on the space station.

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Japan Forms Panel To Review Current Accounts

Japan's establishment of a panel to review current accounts reflects commitment to economic stability and efficiency.

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How Japan's cooking culture forever changed London's restaurants

In a tiny room above Los Mochis in Notting Hill is a clever fusion of Japanese and Mexican

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Japan's Land Prices Surge, Fastest Growth Since 1991

Japan's real estate market shows resilience as land prices surge, indicating economic recovery and growth potential.

Autosport

Red Bull junior Iwasa to contest F1 Japan FP1 for RB

The RB team is fielding an all-Japanese line-up in first free practice with Iwasa joining regular driver Yuki Tsunoda in the VCARB 01 in their home round.

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Japan's Corporate Service Inflation Holds Steady In February

Learn about Japan's stable corporate service inflation in February, indicating economic resilience and effective cost management.

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Japan Eases Military Export Restrictions For New Jet Fighter

Japan relaxes military export curbs to collaborate on advanced jet fighter with Britain and Italy, signaling commitment to enhancing defense capabilities t...

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Japan Finance Minister Open To Measures To Strengthen Yen

Japan's finance minister considers measures to address weak yen impact on economy, with global implications.

The Guardian - US

Japanese Americans draw on heritage and history to support Palestine

A Japanese diaspora collective called Nikkei 4 Palestine aims to mobilize their community in solidarity as Israel-Gaza war rages

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