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China is criminalising clothing 'hurtful to the spirit and sentiments of the nation' – could this mean a kimono ban?

In August 2022 a young woman wearing a yukata – a simple, summer-weight kimono – was having her photo taken on a street in picturesque Suzhou, China, when she was accosted by a police officer. Following an angry exchange, partly captured on her phone, she was arrested for disturbing the…

The Conversation

Tom Curry to miss two Rugby World Cup matches after ban for dangerous tackle

The England back-rower will miss World Cup pool matches against Japan and Chile after accepting his tackle against Argentina warranted a red card

The Guardian - UK

Tom Curry banned after red card in Rugby World Cup against Argentina

The flanker will miss England’s games against Japan and Chile

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Rugby World Cup 2023 TV schedule: Channels, times and how to watch every fixture online

ITV will show the Rugby World Cup in the UK

The Independent UK

Women's Asian Champions Trophy: India to begin campaign against Thailand on Oct 27

India to host Asian Champions Trophy, 6 teams to battle for title. Hosts India, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, China to compete in tournament. India have won title in 2016, runners-up in 2018. Top 4 teams qualify for semis, final on Nov 5.

The Hindu

Tom Curry ban: How many games will England star miss after red card vs Argentina?

Curry will face an independent judicial committee on 12 September after he was shown a red card in England Rugby World Cup opener

The Independent UK

Billy Vunipola itching to join rejuvenated Rugby World Cup bid and reward Steve Borthwick’s faith

Billy Vunipola will be itching to deliver a statement Rugby World Cup performance against Japan on Sunday.

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Japanese companies drop stars of scandal-tainted Johnny's entertainment company

Several major Japanese companies have decided to stop using stars represented by Johnny & Associates, an entertainment company at the center of a sexual assault scandal

The Independent UK

Japan is swamped with tourists. Now visitors are going off the beaten track

Tour operators are touting Japan’s less explored regions as surging visitor numbers put strain on popular sites.

Al Jazeera

Japan Considers Reclassifying 125cc Bikes As Motorized Bicycles In Future

Japan's National Police Agency is considering reclassifying certain 125cc motorbikes as motorized bicycles, which could open up the number of licensed riders.

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Billy Vunipola set to return for England in World Cup game against Japan

England are ready to welcome Billy Vunipola back for their second World Cup match against Japan on Sunday and potentially offset the loss of Tom Curry

The Guardian - UK

Dollar Falls as Yen and Yuan Strengthen

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Monday fell by -0.51% and posted a four-session low. Strength in the yen and yuan on Monday undercut the dollar. The yen rallied to a 1-week high against the dollar Monday after BOJ Governor Ueda said Japan’s negative interest rate policy could end by the...

Barchart

Rugby World Cup power rankings: Which nations move up after opening weekend?

How has the first weekend of fixtures affected our rankings?

The Independent UK

Corvette drivers say "questionable" penalties cost Fuji WEC win

Corvette was in the hunt for victory for much of the six-hour Japanese enduro, with the team’s sole C8.R enjoying multiple stints in the lead after Keating qualified the car on pole position.

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France 24

Japan's gambling addicts struggle while government approves first casino

Gambling in Japan operates in the shadows, yet it accounts for nearly half of sales in the country's leisure sector. And for some, a harmless pastime can turn into a dangerous addiction. About three million Japanese are thought to have experienced a gambling addiction at some point in their lives.…

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Markets Today: Stock Index Futures Climb on Strength in Tech Stocks and Positive China News

Morning Markets September E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESU2 3) this morning are up +0.47%, and Sep Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU2 3) are up +0.74%. Stock index futures this morning are moderately higher on strength in technology stocks. Tesla climbed more than +5% in pre-market trading after Mogan Stanley upgraded...

The Guardian - UK

Germany call time on Hansi Flick’s chaotic reign as Euro 2024 looms

Manager could not replicate his success at Bayern and while the DFB dreams of Klopp, Nagelsmann looks a more likely successor

Autosport

Marquez sets MotoGP future deadline as Honda problems ‘still the same’ with 2024 bike

Marquez has a contract with Honda for 2024 but speculation about him cutting ties with the Japanese manufacturer for next year have been rife amid its ongoing struggles in MotoGP this season.

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Kovalainen scores back-to-back All-Japan Rally titles

Kovalainen had won four of the previous five rounds of the championship heading to Rally Hokkaido as he aimed to defend his 2022 title alongside co-driver Sae Kitagawa in his Team Aicello Skoda Fabia R5.

The Guardian - UK

Germany sack head coach Hansi Flick after Japan thrashing proves final straw

Rudi Völler, Sandro Wagner and Hannes Wolf will take interim charge of Germany after Hansi Flick was sacked as head coach

Evening Standard

Japan 42-12 Chile: Brave Blossoms down impressive Rugby World Cup debutants

Japan kicked off their Rugby World Cup campaign with a 42-12 win over debutants Chile.

France 24

Chile makes rousing Rugby World Cup debut as Japan triumphs

Japan won the game. Chile won the occasion.

USA Today Sports Media Group

5 things to know about the FedEx Cup Fall, consisting of 7 official PGA Tour events

It's time for those who finished outside the top 70 in the FedEx Cup regular-season standings to get back to work.

The Guardian - UK

Japan 42-12 Chile: Rugby World Cup 2023 – as it happened

Japan proved themselves too strong for World Cup debutants Chile

The Independent UK

Germany boss Hansi Flick under pressure following home defeat to Japan

The former Bayern Munich boss has now overseen four defeats in the last five games.

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