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Horror master Kiyoshi Kurosawa to bring eerie storytelling to his first samurai film

Japanese director Kiyoshi Kurosawa, known as a master of horror films, plans to tackle the samurai genre for the first time

The Independent UK

‘Terrible fuel efficiency, no right-hand drive’: why trade deal won’t warm up Japan to American cars

Few vehicles like the Ford F-150 pick-up make it to Japan – as well as being made for the wrong side of the road, they are seen as too big and unreliable

The Guardian - AU

Dollar Moves Higher as President Trump Eases Criticism of Fed Chair Powell

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.30%. The dollar rose Friday on comments made late Thursday from President Trump that firing Fed Chair Powell wasn’t necessary, easing concerns around the Fed’s independence that could spark foreign investors to shun dollar assets. On the negative side was Friday’s...

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Maxell adds a little speaker to its Walkman-esque tape player, and this is one launch I hope stays in Japan

Don't give those annoying people on the bus any fresh ideas

TechRadar

TSMC's second Japanese fab reportedly delayed, mass production pushed to 2029

TSMC may delay construction of its Fab 23 phase 2 in Kumamoto, Japan by up to 18 months due to traffic congestion and inadequate infrastructure near the site, potentially pushing mass production to 2029.

Tom’s Hardware

Trump's Tariffs and Japan Deal Could Encourage Toyota To Move Manufacturing Jobs Out of America

Trump believes he can deploy tariffs without tradeoffs or distortions. In reality, each new tariff move creates both.

Reason

IJF World Judo Tour: Rising Stars Shine in Mongolia

Day 1 of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam delivered spectacular action. Japan’s Kondo, Shirakane, and Fujihiro struck gold, while Galitskaia and Nutfulloev made big breakthroughs. A thrilling start to Mongolia’s judo showcase!

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F1 2025 qualifying head-to-head: Belgian GP

After every F1 qualifying session, Motorsport.com publishes each team's qualifying record in terms of team-mate battles.

Motorsport

Dollar Gains as President Trump Downplays Rift with Fed Chair Powell

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.35%. The dollar is climbing today on comments made late Thursday from President Trump that firing Fed Chair Powell wasn't necessary, easing concerns around the Fed's independence that could spark foreign investors to shun dollar assets. Higher T-note yields today are...

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All Powersport Vehicles From Japan Just Got 15% More Expensive

The Trump administration has announced that it's worked out a trade deal with Japan that will see 15% tariffs levied on all imported goods, including powersports vehicles.

RideApart

Japanese authorities fear sarin death cult founder’s son is continuing his legacy

Japan’s intelligence agency has warned that the cult leader’s second son is leading operations of successor group

The Independent UK

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Dismisses 'Silly' Concerns Of US Automakers Over Japan Trade Deal, Says They're 'Cool' With It

The U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has disclosed that American auto CEOs are in favor of President Donald Trump’s new trade deal with Japan.

Benzinga

This Centuries-Old Game Nearly Broke One Of the Greatest Action-Adventure Franchises

Yakuza 0 is a great game — not least because of riichi mahjong, a Japanese variant on the popular East Asian game. Here's how to play — and win.

Inverse

S&P Futures Gain on Cautious Optimism Over Trade Deals

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.13% this morning as investors remain cautiously optimistic that the U.S. may strike more trade deals ahead of President Donald Trump’s August 1st deadline.

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“She’s In A Sad State”: HR Exec Pictured After Office Romance Gets Busted At Coldplay Concert

Kristin Cabot’s wealthy husband Andrew Cabot was away on a work trip in Japan when she was caught getting handsy with her colleague at the Coldplay concert.

The Independent UK

Tradition meets AI in Nishijinori weaving style from Japan's ancient capital

Nishijinori, the intricate weaving for kimonos that dates back more than a thousand years in Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, is getting a modern-day high-tech collaborator: artificial intelligence

International Business Times UK

Kristin Cabot Finally Resigns Amid Reports Her Husband Was in Japan During Coldplay Scandal

Kristin Cabot resigned from Astronomer after a workplace affair with CEO Andy Byron was exposed via a Coldplay concert video. Her husband, Andrew Cabot (Privateer Rum CEO), was overseas during the scandal.

International Business Times

'#Ishiba Don't Quit': Unlikely Support Grows For Japan PM

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's future is uncertain but an unlikely campaign for him to stay was growing online this week, including from people who are his natural political opponents.

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Trump's Trade Deal With Japan A Tax On Americans — Economist Says, 'Not Remotely Optimistic' US Auto Companies Will Gain As Toyota And Honda Stocks Rally

Economist Justin Wolfers is pushing back against the narrative surrounding President Donald Trump’s new trade agreement with Japan, arguing that the deal essentially results in a tax increase for American consumers.

The Guardian - AU

‘Japanese First’: breakthrough by rightwing populists sparks fears of anti-foreigner backlash in Japan

Analysts say the Japanese are suffering a crisis of confidence that is feeding xenophobia amid economic insecurity and a record number of foreign residents

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Dollar Edges Higher with T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.19%. The dollar recovered from a 2.5-week low and moved higher as T-note yield rose after weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fell to a 3-month low, a sign of labor market strength that is hawkish for Fed policy and positive for the...

The Independent UK

Trump promised to back Detroit automakers - his deal with Japan has them shaking in their boots

A group representing the ‘big three’ US automakers raised concerns that the US-Japan trade deal could hurt US auto workers

Guitar World

“We have incurred anywhere between $500,000 to $750,000 in additional costs”: Will the price of guitar strings skyrocket on August 1? As tariff deadline looms, D’Addario’s CEO reveals how the firm has been weathering the storm

The firm exports nearly 45% of its products to 120 countries, with Japan being its biggest foreign market

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Dollar Pressured by Signs of Slower US Manufacturing Activity

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is slightly lower by -0.03%. The dollar gave up an early advance and dropped to a 2.5-week low on today's weaker-than-expected US PMI and new home sales reports. The dollar also fell as improved prospects for an EU trade agreement with the US boosted...

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Corn Back to Positive Trade on Thursday Morning

Corn price action is hovering just above unchanged on Thursday morning, with gains of 1 to 2 cents. Futures failed to see much excitement following the US/Japan trade announcement, as contracts were heavy for much of the session and closing with fractional to penny losses. Preliminary open interest rose 13,678...

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