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With flowers and a gun salute, Japan bids farewell to divisive Abe

With flowers, prayers and a 19-gun salute, Japan honoured slain former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Tuesday at the first state funeral for a former premier in 55 years - a ceremony that has become as controversial as he was in life.

Reuters · Sep 26, 2022

Japan holds divisive state funeral for former Prime Minister Abe

Japan is set to stage a state funeral for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe attended by U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and other world leaders, amid growing domestic opposition to the event that has undermined support for the current premier.

Tribune News Service · Sep 26, 2022

PM Modi arrives in Japan to attend former premier Abe's state funeral

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The Hindu · Sep 26, 2022

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Weaker baht hits travel

Outbound Thai travel is expected to stay subdued as a result of the weak baht, poor purchasing power and cryptocurrency losses, despite the reopening of Japan and Taiwan.

Bangkok Post · Sep 26, 2022

PM Modi leaves for Japan for Shinzo Abe’s funeral

PM Modi to meet Japanese PM Kishida; no other bilateral meeting scheduled even as about 20 heads of state to travel to Tokyo

The Hindu · Sep 26, 2022

Japan reopens to tourists: New travel requirements, to-dos before arrival, and rules while in the country

Everything you need to know about the new travel rules as Japan opens up to tourists once again

Evening Standard · Sep 26, 2022

US's Harris, Japan's Kishida condemn China's actions in Taiwan Strait

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris reaffirmed Washington's commitment to Japan's defense during a meeting on Monday with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo in which they condemned China's actions in the Taiwan Strait.

Reuters · Sep 26, 2022

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Aidy’s Drinks Cabinet: Seven of the most underrated white wines

Hailing from as far afield as Japan and South Africa, these bottles deserve far more attention

Evening Standard · Sep 26, 2022

In Tokyo, Harris calls US-Japan alliance 'a cornerstone'

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has arrived in Tokyo to lead a U.S. delegation to the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated in July

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022

Over-the-counter medicine for travelers: What you need to know

As travelers head to the airports, rail stations and cruise ships for international travel, many likely will forget to pack their over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Many more will forget to check the international rules and regulations for common medicines easily obtained in their home country – but possibly not allowed…

Tribune News Service · Sep 26, 2022

Kishida opens diplomacy rush as Japan preps divisive funeral

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held a series of meetings with foreign dignitaries in what he’s called “funeral diplomacy,” the day before he hosts a controversial state-sponsored ceremony for former leader Shinzo Abe

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022

EXPLAINER: Why is Japan split over Abe's state funeral?

A rare state funeral for Shinzo Abe, the former prime minister who was assassinated in July, has split Japan

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022

Daizen Maeda in Celtic injury sweat as Japan striker misses training amid mounting Ange Postecoglou fitness fears

The forward pulled up during the win over the United States and was replaced at half time.

Daily Record · Sep 26, 2022

Japan bans export of chemical weapons goods to Russia

Japan has expressed grave concern about Russia’s possible use of nuclear weapons against Ukraine

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022

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Reuters · Sep 26, 2022

U.S. VP Harris, Japan PM Kishida to discuss Taiwan security issue -US administration official

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will discuss a partnership on Taiwan security issues, a senior U.S. administration official said on Monday aboard Air Force Two.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2022

Shinzo Abe funeral: world figures fly in to political storm over state service for Japan former PM

More than 50 past and present leaders to gather amid domestic opposition to ceremony fuelled by links between Abe’s party and Unification Church

AAP · Sep 26, 2022

Super Rugby looks to settle in 2023

Rugby Australia boss Andy Marinos has ruled out cross-over games with teams from Japan or the US, saying they need to consolidate the current Super Rugby comp.

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022

Politics impede long-advocated growth of UN Security Council

Virtually everyone involved agrees that the powerful U.N. Security Council needs to expand and include more voices

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The News Lens · Sep 26, 2022

Though Lauded Abroad, Japan’s Abe Leaves Complicated Legacy at Home

Abe’s mixed legacy helps explain the public backlash against his state funeral, which is opposed by a large majority of Japanese.

Reuters · Sep 26, 2022

Japan bans chemical weapons-related goods to Russia, concerned by nuke threats

Japan has decided to ban exports of chemical weapons-related goods to Russia in an additional sanction against Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine, and is "deeply concerned" about the possible use of nuclear weapons, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said on Monday.

RideApart · Sep 26, 2022

Kawasaki Introduces New KLX230SM In Japanese Market

Kawasaki has introduced the 2023 KLX230SM in Japan. The bike shares similar underpinnings as the standard KLX230, but gets 17 inch wheels.

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2022

Japanese leader's trip to China in '72 was diplomatic gamble

The Japanese leader who normalized relations with China 50 years ago feared for his life when he flew to Beijing for the high-stakes negotiations at the peak of the Cold War

Daily Record · Sep 25, 2022

Seven fascinating facts about Japan’s bullet trains as country reopens to tourism

The Bullet Train has been receiving attention recently as it is featured heavily in the Brad Pitt and Aaron Taylor-Johnson gangster comedy of the same name.

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2022

Ceremony and controversy await Harris during visit to Asia

Attending funerals on behalf of the United States is normally a straightforward assignment for a vice president

Daily Record · Sep 25, 2022

Reo Hatate on Japan frustration as Celtic star points to Parkhead 'growth' in World Cup case

The midfielder missed out on a place in the squad that faced the United States.

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