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Japan's Economy Grows At 2.9% Annual Rate In Q2

Japan's economy grew at 2.9% in Q2 driven by wages and spending, but faces risks from the U.S. economy and political uncertainty.

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How this 18 year old Japanese prince can save the world's oldest monarchy

At a time when Japan is facing the problem of a fast-ageing and shrinking population, it seems the Japanese Royal family too is hit by it. The Japanese Imperial Royal family is headed by Naruhito-- the emperor, and apart from him there are only three other male members of their…

The Times of India

Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await U.S. Inflation Data

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU24) are up +0.74%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU24) are up +0.95% this morning, partially rebounding from Friday’s losses driven by weaker-than-expected U.S. payroll numbers, while investors looked ahead to the release of U.S. inflation data later in the week.

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At Melaka Art & Performance Festival I watched dancers overcome by a trance in the rain, and the smoke

Melbourne-based Tony Yap is a leading figure in Australian interpretations of the abstract Japanese dance form of butoh and what he calls “trance dance”. In butoh and trance, movers consider the body as a porous receptacle for spirits and forces from outside of it, and which comes to move it.

The Conversation

Japan's economy is growing, but political uncertainty is among the risks

Japan’s economy grew at an annual rate of 2.9%, slower than the earlier report for 3.1% growth, in the April-June period, boosted by better wages and spending

The Independent UK

Toyota’s Solid-State Battery Production Plans Approved By Japan's Government

The plan states that Toyota will begin solid-state battery production in 2026, although the initial ramp-up will be slow with mass production coming after 2030.

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From Macondo to Tokio: Hundred Years of Solitude has been a hit among Japanese audiences this Summer

A new, affordable, pocket-size paperback edition sold 290,000 copies in eight weeks and ranks #2 in the publisher's "bunko" top sellers

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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Five things we learned on Day 9 – Dutch down and tears

There were two golds in two days for Yui Kamiji from Japan in the wheelchair tennis after a few Paralympics where she has been disappointed. On that note, the British pair Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid won the men's doubles after losses in the final in Rio and Tokyo.

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Jennifer Aniston's 'rain chain' is the most desirable way to water your plants – it's easy to recreate her Japanese-inspired technique

A rain chain is an innovative irrigation and plant watering solution that adds both function and style to the actress's Hal Levitt home

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American Traveler Learns Japanese Etiquette The Hard Way In Tokyo

Explore Japanese etiquette and cultural practices, from dining norms to movie theater customs, for a respectful and enriching travel experience.

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Prince Hisahito Turns 18, Faces Imperial Succession Challenges

Prince Hisahito's 18th birthday marks a milestone for Japan's royal family, facing succession challenges and considering reforms to maintain lineage.

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Toyota Cuts EV Goals, Also Gets Billions In Battery Subsidies From Japan

Also on Critical Materials: More on the German auto industry's "multiple challenges," and South Korea forces EV makers to name names.

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Prince Hisahito becomes the first royal male in Japan to reach adulthood in 4 decades.

In a big milestone for Japan’s royal family, Prince Hisahito has turned 18, becoming the first male royal family member to reach adulthood in almost four decades

The Independent UK

Japanese 7-Eleven convenience store chain operator turns down Couche-Tard takeover offer

The parent company of the Japanese 7-Eleven convenience store chain is turning down a takeover offer from Alimentation Couche-Tard of Canada

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Sexually frustrated dolphin behind spate of attacks on humans off Japan

A stock image of an Indo-Pacific dolphin swimming (not the individual responsible for the recent attacks).

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Japanese PM Kishida Visits South Korea To Boost Ties

Japanese PM Kishida's visit to South Korea aims to strengthen ties amid historical grievances and regional challenges.

International Business Times

Biden Administration Rolls Out Tighter Chip Export Controls Amid China's Industry Progress

The new restrictions cover worldwide exports but include exemptions for countries like Japan and the Netherlands that have similar controls.

Radio France Internationale

Paris 2024 Paralympics: Five things we learned on Day 8 - Turkey supreme

Turkey's women achieve a record in goalball and the Japanese end the Dutch supremacy in wheelchair tennis.

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The Guardian - UK

Owner of 7-Eleven rejects $39bn takeover offer from Canadian rival

Japanese group says Couche-Tard plan undervalues firm, but leaves door open to higher offer

The Independent UK

Chinese soccer appears not to be improving despite president's pledge to make it better

Japan defeated China’s men’s national team 7-0 in a World Cup qualifier in Saitama, Japan, a brutal loss that came against one of China’s biggest sporting and geopolitcal rivals in Asia

International Business Times

7-Eleven Owner Rejects Initial Takeover Bid From Canadian Rival

The Japanese owner of 7-Eleven said Friday it had rejected a takeover bid from Canadian retail giant Alimentation Couche-Tard, saying the proposal "grossly undervalues" the company.

International Business Times

Outgoing Japan PM Heads To Seoul Hoping Warmer Ties Outlast Him

Japan's outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to arrive in South Korea on Friday for a final round of talks, hoping to cement improving ties between the two countries before he leaves office.

Al Jazeera

Japanese scientists graft living skin onto ‘smiling’ robot

Researchers say breakthrough could pave the way to realistic humanoids in the future.

The Guardian - AU

‘I couldn’t say no’: anger grows over topless medical exams in Japan schools

Parents and campaigners have called on education and health authorities to end the practice of requiring children to strip off for school health checks

Radio France Internationale

Turkey's band of sisters win third straight goalball title at Paris Paralympics

Turkey claimed the women's goalball crown for a third consecutive Paralympic Games on Thursday night following their 8-3 victory over Israel at the South Paris Arena.

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