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October's Machinery Orders Surge Unexpectedly in Japan

In a delightful twist of economic events, Japan's October machinery orders leap upward, dancing bravely against the backdrop of financial uncertainty.

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Three Japanese Ministers Resign Over Kickbacks Scandal: Reports

Three Japanese government ministers tendered their resignations on Thursday over a major corruption scandal in the ruling party, media reports said.

International Business Times

This Netflix show with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes just got a second season

Netflix just renewed Blue Eye Samurai for a second season after the first season was a critical success. This will be the second of four seasons if the animated TV show’s creators have their way.

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Eddie Jones out to salvage reputation back in Japan

After his England and Australian adventures ended in failure and acrimony, Eddie Jones is looking for redemption with his new job on an old stamping ground.

AAP

Much awaited Japanese adaptive traffic signals in Bengaluru to finally get electricity connection

Months after the adaptive traffic signal control system that uses Japan’s MODERATO (Management of Origin-Destination-Related Adaptation for Traffic Optimization) technology was installed at several signals in the city, the Directorate of Urban Land Transport (DULT) has finally floated a short-term tender for providing electricity connectivity

The Hindu

Watch a Japanese startup test a rocket engine that will run on cow-dung methane (video)

A Japanese space startup has taken a big step toward developing its first orbital rocket — which will be powered by gas from cow dung.

Space

Markets Today: Stocks Rise as U.S. Producer Prices Ease

Morning Markets December E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESZ2 3) are up +0.17%, and Dec Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ2 3) are up +0.29%. Stock index futures this morning are moderately higher as bond yields fell after U.S. Nov producer prices rose less than expected. The markets now await the conclusion...

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Kishida says he regrets a ruling party funds scandal and will work on partial changes to his Cabinet

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced plans to replace some of his Cabinet ministers to address public criticism and distrust over his governing party’s widening slush funds scandal

The Independent UK

Eddie Jones returns to Japan role after controversial Australia exit

Jones stepped down after leading the Wallabies to their worst ever World Cup campaign - and denied reports that he had already agreed to return to Japan

The Independent UK

Eddie Jones appointed Japan head coach for second time

The Australian will take up his new post on January 1.

The Independent UK

"Japanese publishers need Xbox to expand," says ex-PlayStation exec as Microsoft gets serious about Japan

Xbox in Japan is getting a serious boost from Mena Kato, a former PlayStation exec whose proven track record could be a huge boost to Microsoft.

Windows Central

She won her sexual assault case. Now she hopes the Japanese military changes so others don't suffer

A former soldier who won a sexual assault case against three of her former colleagues says she hopes Japan’s Self Defense Force makes it easier for others to speak up

The Independent UK

Godzilla Minus One review – rageful monster is one of the best in the series

Director Takashi Yamazaki sets his destroyer of worlds against a postwar Japan still recovering from the effects of the A-bomb with the little people left to work out how to save themselves

The Guardian - UK

There's a 'silver lining' to China's 'deflationary cloud'—they can 'export' lower prices to the West in a win-win scenario, according to Société Générale's Albert Edwards

“The ‘West’ wants lower inflation, while China (and Japan) wants higher inflation. There is a deal to be done and maybe all parties can benefit," Edwards wrote.

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Bihar Investor Summit | Delegates from 16 countries to attend

Bihar Business Connect-2023, a global investors summit, to be held in Patna on Dec 12. 600 delegates from India & 15 other countries incl. U.S.A., Taiwan, Japan, Germany, U.A.E., Saudi Arabia, Russia, Netherlands, Hungary, Bangladesh, Vietnam & Uzbekistan.

Wallpaper

‘Tokyo Jazz Joints’ captures the vanishing world of Japanese jazz kissa culture

New book ‘Tokyo Jazz Joints’ uncovers the ephemeral beauty of Japan's ‘jazz kissa’ – bars and coffee houses devoted to the vinyl or CD experience

The Independent UK

Bank of Japan survey shows manufacturers optimistic about economy, as inflation abates

The Bank of Japan's quarterly survey on business sentiment shows large Japanese manufacturers have grown more optimistic in the past several months

The Guardian - AU

Japan chooses ‘tax’ as kanji of the year amid concern over cost of living

Competition winner reflects growing anxiety about tax rises, while second place for word of the year went to ‘hot’ after a sweltering summer

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Markets Today: Stocks Gain on Friendly U.S Nov CPI Report

Morning Markets December E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESZ2 3) are up +0.17%, and Dec Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ2 3) are up +0.31%. Stock index futures this morning are moderately higher after the U.S. Nov CPI report matched expectations and eased slightly, bolstering speculation the Fed will start cutting interest...

International Business Times

India Hosts Global Partnership On AI Summit, Seeks Consensus On Risk Mitigation, Opportunities

New Delhi will host the summit this year and see the participation of 29 members, including the U.S., the UK, Canada, Japan, Mexico, and the EU.

The Guardian - UK

Winds of change blowing as Japan plan to tackle rugby’s powerhouses

With Ardie Savea on board, will the money on offer for a shorter season in Asia attract more elite European-based players?

International Business Times

Renault Sells Nissan Stake As Part Of Rebalanced Alliance

Renault said Tuesday that it was selling to Nissan part of the stake it owns in the Japanese automaker as the two companies rebalance their alliance.

The National (Scotland)

Celtic 'receive offers' for forgotten midfielder Yosuke Ideguchi

Celtic have reportedly "received offers" for Japanese midfielder Yosuke Ideguchi.

The Independent UK

How to eat your way around the world on the 7 line through Queens in NYC

Japanese, Bangladeshi and Mexican cultures rub along side by side in New York’s most diverse borough. The best way to experience them? Through their street eats on a unique food tour, finds Ellie Seymour

International Business Times

Suspended Sentences In Japan Army Sexual Assault Case

Three Japanese ex-soldiers were found guilty Tuesday but given only suspended jail sentences for sexually assaulting a female colleague who won praise but also online hate for going public with her accusations.

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