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Typhoon Jangmi sweeps northwards leaving 23 injured in Japan

More than 1 million people advised to evacuate homes amid 80mph winds and heavy rain

The Guardian - UK

‘Extremely intelligent’ bear shut inside factory escapes after opening locked window

Officials believe the bear escaped by releasing a window latch and pushing the window open. Before fleeing, it was also observed operating a faucet with its front paws

The Independent UK

6 lenses are vanishing from the Japanese market – including a 2024 release

These Nikon Z and Leica M mount Voigtländer lenses have officially been discontinued in Japan

Digital Camera World

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Runaway or Lost in Nature? Weston Higginbotham's Friend Explains Why He Doesn't Believe the US Student Simply Walked Away

An Alabama family is desperately searching for their missing son in Japan's mountains after he vanished during a family holiday. Authorities and volunteers intensify efforts amidst severe weather.

International Business Times UK

BOX:Moloney finds calm on long road to Japan title shot

Andrew Moloney has reflected on his winding road to another world title shot and says he's in the shape of his life ahead of a date with Willibaldo Garcia.

AAP

Moloney finds calm on long road to Japan title shot

Andrew Moloney has reflected on his winding road to another world title shot and says he's in the shape of his life ahead of a date with Willibaldo Garcia.

AAP

Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei eases further from record high as AI euphoria fades

Japan's Nikkei index saw a dip on Friday, pulling back from its record high. Technology stocks experienced a slowdown. However, positive data on real wage growth in Japan offered some support to the broader market. This wage increase is expected to boost consumption and corporate performance, contributing to the overall…

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The Impact of Japanese Spatial Planning on Urban Homes — And Why I Design Houses as Living Systems, Not Objects, as a Designer

The beauty of negative space and intentionally designed homes that are rooted in human well-being is the call of the hour

Livingetc

Shreyas Iyer all set to be named India's new T20I captain for UK tour

Shreyas Iyer will lead India in T20s against Ireland and England. He will also captain the squad for the Asian Games in Japan. Suryakumar Yadav is dropped due to poor form. Tilak Varma is expected to be vice-captain. Young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may debut. Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall is also a possibility…

The Economic Times

‘Extremely intelligent’ Japanese bear that attacked four people still at large, police say

Bear believed to have unlatched and opened a locked window, and was seen turning on and drinking from a tap

The Guardian - AU

Global Market: Japan warns against excessive currency volatility as Yen nears key threshold

Japan signals readiness to step into currency markets if the yen weakens further. The currency is nearing a critical 160 per dollar mark. This comes after significant yen-buying intervention and a record drop in foreign reserves. Officials are exploring new ways to fund dollar support operations. Investors watch for further…

The Economic Times

Japan travel scam tops B4m in damages

The Tourism Department is helping victims of fraudulent and illegal tours to Japan to file civil lawsuits, as total damages now exceed 4 million baht.

Bangkok Post

Auburn University student goes missing in Japan: Family warns “don’t post exact location” after ChatGPT-linked travel dispute

An Alabama family is desperately searching for their son, Weston Higginbotham, who vanished in Kyoto, Japan on May 29. The 20-year-old Auburn University student went missing after a disagreement with his mother over the use of ChatGPT. His mother had used ChatGPT for travel planning. The family has made an…

The Economic Times

Stocks drop as US-Iran talks stall and AI rally cools

Asian and European share markets have fallen as hopes dimmed for a US-Iran peace deal and an AI-driven sell-off continued for a second day.

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Rokid Glasses Top Makuake's Most Anticipated Product Ranking, Signalling Greater Smart Glasses Ubiquity

TOKYO, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rokid, a global pioneer in AI-powered smart eyewear and human–computer interaction, is excited to announce that the Rokid Glasses is now the #1 most anticipated product on the Japanese crowdfunding campaign Makuake, concluding its campaign with nearly US$4,000,000 raised from 7,413 backers. "Rokid Glasses…

The Economic Times

Yen hits key 160 level for third session, dollar buoyed by Gulf woes

The Japanese yen is nearing a critical 160 per dollar level, prompting warnings of decisive action from Tokyo. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar is strengthening due to safe-haven demand amid escalating Gulf tensions. Markets await U.S. jobs data, with the yen facing its fourth weekly decline despite signs of rising real…

AAP

Japan plans to rebuild ageing nuclear plants: report

Japan reportedly plans to replace up to five nuclear reactors by the 2040s, aiming to ensure a stable energy.

Bangkok Post

Japan travel scam tops B4m in damages as state steps in

The Tourism Department is helping victims of fraudulent and illegal tours visiting Japan to file civil lawsuits, as total damages now exceed 4 million baht.

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International Business Times UK

Kendall Jenner, Jacob Elordi Caught on Video Packing on PDA in Japan After Kylie's Direct Command

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi have been filmed holding hands on a trip to Japan, the latest in a string of public outings that has fuelled speculation about a new Hollywood power couple.

AAP

US to uphold tariff caps in deals with EU, Japan: Greer

The US has struck deals with ‌the EU and Japan that limit US ⁠tariffs on most EU or Japanese imports to a maximum of 15 per cent.

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group F guide: Netherlands face tough test with Japan, Sweden and Tunisia

The Dutch look to have a strong defence and midfield but will that be enough to top a tricky group?

The Times of India

Auburn University student goes missing in Japan during family vacation, had a fight with mom over use of ChatGPT

A Japan vacation turned into a nightmare for this Alabama family as their 20-year-old son, a student at Auburn University, has been missing since May 29. The family said they won't be leaving Japan without Weston. Weston is an experienced traveler and nobody resisted when he went on solo after…

PC Gamer

We could get a Resident Evil game set in Japan someday as producer Masato Kumazawa reveals the development team 'has given it some thought'

Who could say no to a Resident Evil game set in Japan?

We Got This Covered

‘We are in our own living hell’: 20yo Alabama student disappears in Japan, mom pleads with locals for help finding him

"We will continue to have hope, and we will find Weston."

International Business Times UK

Prudential Hits Employees With New Layoffs Amid $1 Billion Global Misconduct and Sales Ban Disaster

Prudential Financial is pressing ahead with another round of layoffs in Newark as it absorbs a $1 billion blow from misconduct and a sales suspension at its Japan affiliate.

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