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Haiti and Türkiye eliminated, US through to knockouts

Team USA made it through to the knockout rounds thanks to their 2-0 win against Australia. Morocco quickly got a first goal past Scotland, as did Paraguay against Türkiye. Paraguay's Matias Glaraza scored 64 seconds in, a new 2026 World Cup record. Brazil finally got their first win of the…

France 24

Celtic star warns national team to 'look out' for club teammate amid World Cup match

Tounekti has highlighted Maeda as a key threat ahead of Tunisia’s clash with Japan, insisting his international teammates must be wary of the…

The National (Scotland)

World Cup schedule today: How to watch Netherlands v Sweden, TV channels & live stream Saturday 20 June

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Saturday 20 June, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live stream options

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Japan to raise visa fees for foreign nationals for first time in nearly 50 years

The new fees will apply to applications submitted on or after 1 July

The Independent UK

‘You don’t have to go to special places to find beauty’: Takeshi Aruga’s best phone picture

The furniture designer turned photographer was drawn to the colourful geometry of a multistorey car park in Japan

The Guardian - UK

Japan to increase visa fees for foreign visitors from July 1

Japan is set to significantly hike visa fees for foreigners starting July 1, the first change in 48 years. Single-entry visas will jump from ¥3,000 to ¥15,000, and multiple-entry visas from ¥6,000 to ¥30,000. This move aims to cover rising administrative costs for a growing foreign population and is part…

The Economic Times

Tunisia vs. Japan—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Group F continues with a match in Guadalupe, Mexico.

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Netherlands vs. Sweden—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Dutch must recover from drawing their opener when facing Group F leaders Sweden.

Sports Illustrated

“No Woman Should Go Through This Hell”: Woman’s Video About Living Alone In Japan Goes Viral

“No woman should go through this hell,” the internet said after a TikToker shared a list of “what not to do” while living alone in Japan.

Bored Panda

Investors take profits after Asian rallies

RECAP: Asian shares reversed course and fell yesterday as investors ‌took profits after record rallies in Japan and South Korea, while signs of an early snag in US-Iran talks lifted oil prices and the dollar.

Bangkok Post

Japanese proverb of the day: "To ask is a moment's shame; not to ask is…" - why swallowing your pride for one awkward question pays off for years

We have all done it. Someone explains something, you do not quite follow, and you nod anyway. The moment to ask comes and goes, because asking would mean admitting you did not understand, and that feels embarrassing. So you stay quiet. The trouble is that the gap in your knowledge…

The Times of India

Unleash anime spirits: India must tap the fast-growing global animation market as part of its orange economy push

Anime's global appeal is skyrocketing, with international markets now driving over half of its revenue. This boom is fueled by streaming platforms and lucrative brand collaborations, transforming anime into a global IP powerhouse. While blockbuster movies and expanding international production signal immense growth, the industry grapples with underpaid workers and…

The Economic Times

World Cup football, US Open golf, plus Test and T20 cricket – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

The Guardian - UK

Primary school children balance on fourth-storey ledge as they wait to rescued from burning school

A group of primary school children in Japan were forced to balance on a ledge as they waited to be rescued from their burning school.

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Euronews

Judo: Japan dominates Day one in Ulaanbaatar

Japan claimed four gold medals on the opening day of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam 2026. ABE Uta made history with a record-breaking 12th Grand Slam title, while KOGA Wakana, TAKEOKA Takeshi and OMORI Akari also struck gold. AGHAYEV Balabay defeated world champion NAGAYAMA Ryuju for -60kg gold.

International Business Times UK

Hidden 2011 Japan Earthquake Wave Threatens to Wake Up Sleeping Fault Lines and Spark Unexpected Disasters

New analysis of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake indicates lingering seismic stress may be reactivating dormant fault lines and increasing earthquake risk.

Digital Camera World

Japanese women photographers have always been there – and this exhibition sheds much-needed light on their work

A new exhibition highlights Japanese women's photography from the 1950s to the present, covering themes from identity and nature to motherhood and everyday life

Evening Standard

Netherlands vs Sweden lineups: Starting XIs, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup today

Frenkie de Jong passed fit as Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres start together again

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The Conversation

The HPV vaccine works – but only if we keep trusting it

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is already saving lives in the UK – and the scale of that success is striking.

The Independent UK

This Tokyo hotel has rooms with some of the best views of the city

HOTELS: Checking in at Prince Park Tower in Tokyo, Marc Mayo is mesmerised by the sweeping cityscapes framed across 33 floors

The Economic Times

India initiates anti-dumping probe against a Chinese, Japanese chemical used in tyre, rubber items

India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into Resorcinol imports from China and Japan. This action follows a complaint alleging that cheap imports are harming the domestic industry. The Directorate General of Trade Remedies will determine if dumping has occurred and caused injury. If confirmed, duties may be recommended to ensure…

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“Ancient Macedonian Gold”: 71 Authentic Historical Finds That Might Feel Like Time Travel

If you’ve ever wanted to see what the inside of the Basilica Di San Vitale in Ravenna, Italy, looks like, check out this compilation of photographs Bored Panda found on the dedicated page on X titled “Art Encyclopedia.” You’ll find pics of rare historical artifacts, rarely seen photographs, and even…

The Independent UK

How Japan’s devastating 2011 earthquake ‘moved the country further east’

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International Business Times UK

'I Cannot Speak English But I'm Excited!': Meet Hirochika Nakakuki, the Viral Japanese World Cup Fan Winning Hearts Worldwide

Japanese fan Hirochika Nakakuki became an internet sensation after his enthusiastic interview at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing football's unifying spirit beyond language barriers.

The Economic Times

Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei posts sharpest weekly gain in nearly two years on AI shares rally

Japan's Nikkei index celebrated its most significant weekly surge in nearly two years, hitting unprecedented levels day after day. The excitement surrounding AI-driven stocks ignited this remarkable ascent, although Friday saw a slight retreat as apprehensions regarding challenging negotiations over the Iran conflict surfaced.

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