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Japan economy grew last quarter on better spending, exports

The government says Japan’s economy grew at an annual pace of 5.4% last quarter with boosts from improved consumer spending and exports

The Independent UK

Winter Olympics day 11: Valieva leads after short program – as it happened

Kamila Valieva took to the ice amid a swirl of controversy and elsewhere there were golds, blunders and much more

The Guardian - US

It's all about perspectives

It is difficult to overcome something you believe is your weakness. Wisut Ponnimit, a cartoonist, animator, artist and musician who is known for his cheerful and cute girl character Mamuang (translated as mango), is not comfortable painting because he thinks he is not good at it.

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3 Best Technology Stocks to Buy in February

It has been a rough start to the year for the major market indexes, with tech stocks witnessing an aggressive sell-off on concerns over the Fed’s expected interest rate hikes this year. However, technology stocks are expected to keep seeing growth due to rising corporate spending on technology solutions. Given…

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Osaka, Tokyo, And Nagoya To Host Motorcycle Shows In Spring 2022

In 2022, motorcycle shows are returning to the event calendar throughout Japan and elsewhere. Here are three coming up later this spring in Japan.

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Travel UK: Covid rules when travelling from the UK to Japan, Malta and New Zealand

People are starting to book their holidays however whilst holidaymakers are getting ready to pack their bags, it may be worth checking over the current covid guidelines if you want to visit to Japan, Malta or New Zealand.

Glasgow Live

Winter Olympics: Eve Muirhead and Team GB facing three must-win games after Canada defeat

Team GB face Japan on Tuesday and know defeat in any of their final three matches could see them eliminated

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Capstone To Provide Systems To Japanese Industrial Manufacturer

Capstone Green Energy Corp (NASDAQ:CGRN) Japan distributor Kanamoto secured a contract to provide seven C65 microturbine systems to a Japanese firm in the chemical industry. Financial terms were not disclosed. Out of 44 Capstone units currently in operation at the Japanese site, the new systems will replace seven units that have reached 80,000…

Benzinga

Japan mulls scrapping 100-day remarriage ban

A Japanese government panel on Monday recommended abolishing the current 100-day remarriage ban for women after a divorce, in line with scrapping a century-old Civil Code provision that determines legal paternity.

Bangkok Post

Japan's police renew hunt for militants wanted since 1970s

Tokyo police are stepping up the hunt for members of the Japanese Red Army wanted for their alleged role in attacks in the 1970s and 1980s

The Independent UK

Incursion could start at ‘any time’, White House warns – as it happened

US relocating remaining embassy staff to Lviv, Antony Blinken confirms

The Guardian - US

Japan firms expand retail facilities in Southeast Asia

BANGKOK -- Japanese companies are eager to open more commercial facilities in Southeast Asia, hoping to develop new markets in a region where the middle class has been enjoying economic growth. But for them to gain traction with local consumers, they'll need to deliver differentiated customer experiences to stand out…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

IAEA reviews water release from damaged Japan nuclear plant

A team from the International Atomic Energy Agency is in Japan to review its plan to release treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea

The Independent UK

Keep using ISS to develop lunar explorations technology

Extending the operation of the International Space Station (ISS), which orbits 400 kilometers above the Earth, is under consideration. For humans to hone their skills to explore the moon and Mars, it is realistic to use existing facilities.

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Japan welcomes IAEA's inquiry into Fukushima water release

The Japanese government welcomes the International Atomic Energy Agency's review on the safety of releasing contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said on Monday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan's curling team beats China for 4th win in row

BEIJING -- The women of Japan's curling team continued their hot play on ice, overwhelming hosts China 10-2 on Monday morning for their fourth consecutive win at the Beijing Winter Olympics.

The News Lens

Civic Rights for Foreign Residents Sparks Backlash in Japan

Voting rights for foreigners wasn’t an issue in Japan’s general elections last year, yet conservative mass media latched onto a proposal by the city assembly of Musashino in suburban Tokyo, making it an issue of national security.

The Guardian - AU

Coronavirus live: UK records 41,648 new cases and 35 Covid-linked deaths; French protest convoy reaches Brussels – as it happened

UK cases down 30% on the previous week, with weekly deaths down 27.2%; 500 French vehicles arrive in Brussels to protest against Covid measures

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The Independent UK

Japan's central bank offers bond purchases to keep rates low

The Bank of Japan has made an offer for unlimited government bond purchases, moving to curb a surge in long-term interest rates

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan may ease border control measures in March

Wales Online

World news snapshot: New Zealand deals with aftermath of cyclone and San Francisco mourns the death of a homeless man

Japan considers easing its entry ban on non-resident foreigners while Germany warns Russia about sanctions over Ukraine

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Clam shipments from Japan's major production area suspended amid false labeling of foreign products

Shipments of asari clams produced in Kumamoto Prefecture were suspended from February 8, in the wake of revelations that a large quantity of littleneck clams from China and South Korea had been falsely labeled as products of the prefecture.

Al Jazeera

‘Not a dumping ground’: Pacific condemns Fukushima water plan

Northern Mariana Islands says proposal for wastewater from stricken plant to be stored on site must be considered.

The Guardian - US

Winter Olympics day 10 – as it happened

Day ten of the XXIV Olympic Winter Games

ABC News

As tourists begin thinking about an overseas holiday, some destinations are wary about having too many back

As international borders reopen and people begin making holiday plans, some popular destinations are putting in measures to keep tourist numbers down, or at least make sure they stay on their best behaviour.

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