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EXPLAINER: What's up with the Bank of Japan's unique track?

Even as the Federal Reserve and the world’s other central banks raise interest rates to try to curb inflation, the Bank of Japan has stood firm, keeping its key interest rate at minus 0.1%

The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2022

World Cup 2022 Group E fixtures, teams and tournament venues

Spain, Germany, Japan and Costa Rica make up Group E

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022

North Korea planning nuclear test amid chilling warning of 'unparalleled' response

Washington and its allies are becoming concerned that North Korea could be close to resuming its nuclear testing program for the first time since 2017 - threatening Pyongyang with an "unparalleled" response should they push ahead with its test

Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022

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Japan World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

One of 2018’s surprise packages will look to upset the odds again in a tough group

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022

Japan, Lithuania upgrade ties, to start security dialogue

Japan and Lithuania have decided to upgrade bilateral ties and start up security dialogue, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday.

Reuters · Oct 26, 2022

New Zealand Rugby criticised over All Blacks’ ‘disgraceful’ fixture clash with Black Ferns

The All Blacks’ game against Japan will clash with the Black Ferns’s World Cup quarter-final against Wales

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022

US, allies warn decisive response if North Korea tests nuke

Officials from the United States and its Asian allies Japan and South Korea suspect North Korea is preparing for a nuclear test

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022

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US, Japan, S Korea vow response if N Korea tests nuclear bomb

US says full military capabilities will be used, including nuclear, to protect its allies South Korea and Japan.

Al Jazeera · Oct 26, 2022

Tiger Lane announces first two restaurants - and an opening date

Taki and Inari will both serve Japanese menus.

The Canberra Times · Oct 26, 2022

Seoul says allies agree 'unparalleled' response needed to a N. Korea nuclear test

South Korea said on in Wednesday it had agreed with the United States and Japan that a resumption of nuclear testing by North Korea would have to be met with an "unparalleled" response.

Reuters · Oct 26, 2022

U.S. diplomat Sherman condemns North Korea missile launch

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman and her South Korean counterpart condemned North Korea's latest missile launch on Tuesday after a meeting in Tokyo in which she pledged continued U.S. support for South Korea and Japan.

Reuters · Oct 25, 2022

India beat Japan 5-1 at Sultan of Johor Cup hockey tournament

JOHOR (Malaysia): The Indian junior men's hockey team returned to winning ways, beating Japan 5-1 at the Sultan of Johor Cup on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Oct 25, 2022

Western Countries Vow to Support Sudan in Post-Civilian Transition

A group of western countries vowed to help Sudan unlock its “substantial” economic potential after a return to a credible civilian transition. The United States, Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement that…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 25, 2022

US vows full military defense of allies against North Korea

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman has warned North Korea against escalating its provocations, saying the United States will fully use its military capabilities, “including nuclear, conventional and missile defense,” to defend its allies, Japan and South Korea

The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2022

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The Guardian - US · Oct 25, 2022

Beer, confused fans and a very angry mom: When Bo Jackson took Japan

In an extract from his new book on the multi-sport legend, Jeff Pearlman takes a look at the star’s unusual trip across the Pacific for the Japan Bowl

The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2022

Japan steps up push to get public buy-in to digital IDs

Japan has stepped up its push to catch up on digitization by telling a reluctant public they have to sign on or possibly lose access to their public health insurance

Reuters · Oct 25, 2022

Japan PM appoints ex-health min Goto as next economy minister

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Tuesday appointed former health minister Shigeyuki Goto as the next economy minister after the incumbent abruptly resigned amid criticism over his links to a controversial religious group.

The Guardian - AU · Oct 24, 2022

Almost half of Australians support sending military to help defend Taiwan, poll suggests

YouGov survey finds people in Australia more likely to favour sending troops than people in Japan and US

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The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2022

Japan Cabinet minister resigns over Unification Church ties

Japan’s economy minister has submitted his resignation over his ties to the Unification Church in a widening controversy involving dozens of governing party lawmakers

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Oct 24, 2022

Japan wary over Xi's stance

Japan is growing wary over the increasingly hard-line policies of Chinese President Xi Jinping, who on Sunday began an unprecedented third term in office.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Oct 24, 2022

Families call for rescue of abductees held in N.Korea

Families of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea held a rally in Tokyo on Sunday to call for the immediate return of abductees still in the North.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Oct 24, 2022

Semikawa becomes 1st amateur to win Japan Open in 95 yrs

For the first time in 95 years, an amateur has won the Japan Open Golf Championship.

Reuters · Oct 24, 2022

Japanese economic minister steps down over church links

Japan's economic revitalisation minister stepped down on Monday after growing criticism of his failure to fully explain his ties to a church group that critics say is akin to a cult, a move that will be a blow to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.

Wales Online · Oct 24, 2022

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Newcastle Herald · Oct 24, 2022

Era of sail returns as Shofu Maru glides into the Port of Newcastle

Wind Challenger 'a dream come true', says shipping line

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