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Japanese told to hide underground after North Korea fires missiles

Alerts were issued on television, radio, loudspeakers and mobile phones

Evening Standard

Seoul: N. Korea ICBM Launch Appears to Have Failed

North Korea unsuccessfully fired an intercontinental ballistic missile during a new salvo of launches Thursday, the South Korean military said. The launches prompted South Korea and the United States to extend their ongoing joint air drills, the largest-ever such exercises, citing North Korea's "provocations". People in parts of northern Japan…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Japan considering hypersonic missile deployment by 2030 - Nikkei

Japan's defence ministry is considering the deployment of hypersonic missiles by 2030 to boost deterrence by stepping up its counterattack capabilities, the Nikkei business daily reported on Thursday.

Reuters

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North Korea keeps up its missile barrage with launch of ICBM

North Korea has added to its barrage of recent weapons tests, firing at least three missiles including an intercontinental ballistic missile that forced the Japanese government to issue evacuation alerts and temporarily halt trains

The Independent UK

North Korea ICBM launch may have been a failure, South’s military says

Intercontinental ballistic missile is believed to have suffered in-flight malfunction, says Seoul, as Japan PM criticises ‘outrageous’ launch

The Guardian - AU

North Korea Fires Missile Near Japan

North Korea continued missile launches for a second day, including a potential ICMB that prompted evacuations in Japan. The West condemned Pyongyang’s unprecedented display of military firepower.

The News Lens

U.S. condemns North Korea's ICBM launch, says State Dept

The United States condemned North Korea's intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch which triggered an alert for residents in parts of Japan to seek shelter, a State Department spokesperson said in a statement late Wednesday Washington time.

Reuters

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No fun rides but plenty of spirit: Studio Ghibli offers anime fans a new walk in the park

Ghibli Park, which opened this week, offers an immersive glimpse into the worlds created by the likes of Hayao Miyazaki, but don’t expect any rollercoaster rides

The Guardian - AU

N. Korea launches suspected ICBM, S.Korea and US extend joint air drills

North Korea continued its barrage of weapons tests on Thursday, firing at least three missiles including a suspected intercontinental ballistic missile that forced the Japanese government to issue evacuation alerts and temporarily halt trains.

France 24

North Korea fires suspected intercontinental ballistic missile

Japan says initial warning missile flew over archipelago was wrong, but concerns over potential nuclear test grow.

Al Jazeera

California on track to become the fourth largest economy in the world

Golden State poised to pass Germany and sit behind only US, China and Japan

The Independent UK

North Korea fires intercontinental ballistic missile in fresh flurry of rockets

Japan ordered a mass evacuation order after North Korea fired three rockets in a fresh flurry, including an intercontinental ballistic missile, off its eastern coast

Daily Mirror

North Korea fires suspected ICBM, warns U.S. against 'dangerous' choices

North Korea fired multiple missiles into the sea on Thursday, including a possible failed intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), prompting the United States and South Korea to extend air drills that have angered Pyongyang.

Reuters

Japan warns residents to seek shelter as North Korea missile flies over

Japan's government warned residents of Miyagi, Yamagata and Niigata prefectures to seek shelter indoors after North Korea's missile launch, according to J-Alert Emergency Broadcasting System issued on Thursday.

Reuters

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Bangkok Post

Five tastes of Asia

Following the return of international tourism in Asia, five photographers with deep connections to India, Japan, Korea, Singapore and Thailand share one of their favourite local dishes.

Bangkok Post

Japan launches campaign to woo visitors

Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) recently launched the "Beyond #MissingJapan" campaign following the reopening of Japan to international travellers.

Bangkok Post

Risk of global financial crisis spiking

I am writing this article in Tokyo. Judging from my walks around the city during the past week, and despite the fact everyone is wearing face masks, it's like Covid has vanished. Subways and trains are jam-packed and shopping areas are full of people. However, the pandemic has left some…

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M-Sport withdraws Fourmaux from WRC Japan finale

M-Sport has elected to withdraw Adrien Fourmaux’s entry from the World Rally Championship’s season finale in Japan next week, due to budget constraints.

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The Japanese ace ignored by F1 that future hopefuls must overcome

OPINION: Tomoki Nojiri has cemented himself as one of Japan's fastest stars, but his achievements will likely never get recognised outside of his homeland as chances of any Pierre Gasly-esque trips through Super Formula to Formula 1 have evaporated. But he could well mark himself as a benchmark that could…

Daily Mirror

Man Utd set to face 'Japanese Messi' aiming to become "one of the best"

Manchester United travel to Real Sociedad in a crunch Europa League tie on Thursday with the Red Devils needing to win by two or more goals to top their group

The Japan News/Yomiuri

'World's strongest fighter jet' heading for Kadena

The U.S. military is considering gradually retiring F-15 fighter jets stationed at its Kadena Air Base in Okinawa Prefecture and replacing them with enhanced fighters over about two years, according to Japanese Defense Minister Yasukazu Hamada.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan eyes hosting meeting with Central Asia foreign ministers

The government is considering hosting a December meeting between the foreign ministers of Japan and five Central Asian nations of the former Soviet bloc, according to several Japanese government sources.

The Independent UK

Japanese ex-PM Aso to visit South Korea to improve ties

Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso has left for Seoul to meet with South Korean officials as the two countries try to improve ties that were badly strained by Japanese wartime atrocities

Bangkok Post

No. 1 Atthaya feels the pressure as LPGA returns to Japan

Thai teenager Atthaya Thitikul admitted to feeling the pressure of being the new women's golf number one as she headlines the LPGA tour's return to Japan after a three-year absence.

The News Lens

Japan Warily Welcomes Back International Travelers

In his parliamentary speech in October, Kishida presented his plan to revive the Japanese economy, including a pledge to increase international tourist spending beyond the pre-pandemic high in 2019.

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