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WORLDAug 27Yayoi Kusama, Japan’s ‘queen of polka dots’, dies at 97Kusama turned her hallucinations into works that ranged from polka dot paintings to 'Infinity Mirror Rooms'.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 27Heavy rain batters central Japan, causing landslides, floodingHeavy rain battered parts of central Japan on Thursday, causing landslides and flooding with a series of reports of cars becoming submerged and calls for rescue. The Japan…Japan Today
WORLDAug 27Yayoi Kusama, Japanese polka dot artist and global superstar, dies aged 97Kusama was known around the world for her vivid polka dot paintings and infinity rooms, inspired by her hallucinations.Le Monde [en]
MILITARYAug 27Japan extends deadline for nuclear anti - terror facilitiesJapan has extended the deadline for developing anti-terrorism facilities at its nuclear sites, indicating a focus on national security and infrastructure protection.azernews.az · Azerbaijan
WORLDAug 27Japanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97 . Japanese polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama has died at the age of 97. This marks the passing of a highly influential international artist.4ro.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 27Malaysian airport staff find body in wheel well of plane from JapanThe body of an unidentified person was found inside the wheel well of an aircraft at Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 (KLIA2) on Thursday (Aug 27). The body, whose gender has yet to be determined, was discovered at about 6.55am in the wheel well of a flight from Tokyo, Japan, which landed at about 6.30am. It is learnt that the body, clad in jeans and a white shirt, was found by engineering personnel who were tasked with opening the aircraft’s wheel well. The personnel...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 27Accenture to acquire Japan’s COMWARE; terms not disclosedAccenture has announced its intention to acquire Japan's COMWARE, though the financial terms of the deal have not been made public. This signifies a strategic business expansion for Accenture.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDAug 27Yayoi Kusama , Iconic Japanese Artist , Dies at 97wbaltv.com · United States
WORLDAug 27Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, famed for her polka dots, dies aged 97From the 1950s to the 2020s, Kusama produced instantly recognisable giant polka-dot artworks and sculptures, and was recognised later on in her life as a global superstar in the art world.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 27Thailand, Japan or Australia? The travel destinations dividing Gen Z and MillennialsNew research reveals a clear generational divide in travel, with Gen Z favouring affordable, trending destinations such as Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, while Millennials are opting for Australia, Japan and Greece.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 27Japanese artist and polka dot queen Yayoi Kusama diesCelebrated Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, known for her polka dot works, has passed away. Her death marks the end of an era for a globally recognized cultural icon.bendigoadvertiser.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 27Japan's 'polka dot queen' artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97Japan's Yayoi Kusama, one of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, has died aged 97, her company said Thursday, triggering tributes from fans around the world.France 24 [en]
WORLDAug 27Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama died at the age of 97 on August 14 in Tokyo, her company said Thursday. The avant-garde artist known as the “polka dot queen” had channelled her hallucinations and traumas into her work over the course of a career spanning several decades.France 24 [en]
MILITARYAug 27Japan fast-tracks anti-drone system amid China’s military build-upTokyo is experimenting with a radically faster way of buying new weapons – picking a domestically built interceptor drone less than three months after launching the procurement process. Analysts say this shift could help Japan respond more quickly to China’s expanding military capabilities. The defence ministry’s Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA) announced on Tuesday that it had signed a contract to buy Terra Drone’s Terra B1 system following competitive trials. The decision...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 27Japanese startups, IPOs set for boost with platform to trade unlisted companiesThe Japanese regulator's registration of a new trading platform for unlisted shares could help create a more favorable capital-raising environment for the country's IPO ecosystem.CNBC
WORLDAug 27Japan’s sumo chiefs trim tour dates, demand air con to beat summer heatSumo chiefs are planning measures to beat Japan’s increasingly punishing summer heat, including avoiding venues that do not have air conditioning and lightening the load on weary wrestlers. Japan sweltered through its hottest summer on record last year and parts of the country have hit 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in recent days. Hakata ward in the southwestern city of Fukuoka on Wednesday saw the temperature hit 40.4 degrees, caused by hot, moist air from a typhoon flowing into...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 27Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97From works of "self-obliteration" to polka dotted nudes, the pioneering artist developed a unique body of work likely to be relevant for years to come.DW News [en]
WORLDAug 27Bears and pest control: how Japan is spending its departure tax windfallBillions of yen from a higher departure tax that Japan plans to use to support tourism are being channelled into projects that critics say offer limited direct benefit to travellers, including measures to prevent bear attacks and eradicate an invasive beetle. The Japanese government expects to raise 130 billion yen (US$817.7 million) in the 2026 financial year from the International Tourist Tax, after increasing the levy last year on anyone leaving the country through an airport or seaport. The...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 27ANA aircraft approached ground, descended without visual confirmation of runway; Japan Transport Safety Board issues reportThe Japan Transport Safety Board has issued a report concerning an ANA aircraft that approached the ground and descended without visual confirmation of the runway.Asahi Shimbun
POLITICSAug 26Sanctioned ICC president asked Japan to help de - escalate US tensionsThe sanctioned president of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has reportedly sought Japan's assistance to reduce tensions with the United States. This highlights ongoing international diplomatic efforts concerning geopolitical relations.troyrecord.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 26Japan leads global equity risk premium as U.S. stocks offer the lowest among major marketsJapan currently leads the global equity risk premium, while U.S. stocks are noted for offering the lowest premium among major markets. This indicates varying investment attractiveness across global economies.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDAug 26North Korea to send around 100 athletes to Asian Games in Japan | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisNorth Korea plans to send approximately 100 athletes to the Asian Games being held in Japan. This marks a notable instance of international participation by North Korea in a major sporting event.asahi.com · Japan
WORLDAug 26Akane says ICC and the rule of law will survive U . S . sanctions | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisAkane has stated that the International Criminal Court and the rule of law will endure despite sanctions imposed by the United States.asahi.com · Japan
BUSINESSAug 26'Dragon Ball' theme park project near Paris still lacks approval from Japanese rights holdersThe ambitious project centered on the hero created by Akira Toriyama has not yet secured the necessary licensing, a process that is far from a mere formality.Le Monde [en]
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