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DISASTERAug 5Typhoon signal unlikely in Hong Kong over weekend but at least 18 flights to Japan axedThe likelihood of a typhoon warning signal being issued in Hong Kong over the weekend is low, as tropical cyclone Kujira is set to weaken under the influence of Dolphin. The latter, though downgraded from a super typhoon to a severe typhoon, has nonetheless prompted airlines to cancel at least 18 flights between the city and Japan. The Observatory said early on Wednesday that tropical cyclone Kujira, meaning “whale” in Japanese, would linger over the central part of the South China Sea near the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 5World Insight : Japan new defense white paper charts Takaichi military expansion agenda - XinhuaJapan's new defense white paper reportedly charts a military expansion agenda. This indicates a significant shift in the nation's defense policy.english.news.cn
CONFLICTAug 5North Korea vows to teach ‘war criminal state’ Japan lesson over missile testSouth China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 4Japan sees urgent need to boost military | The Manila TimesJapan perceives an urgent necessity to enhance its military capabilities. This indicates a significant policy shift in the nation's defense strategy due to perceived threats.manilatimes.net · Philippines
BUSINESSAug 4Yen intervention rattles Japan as global stocks barely notice: AlphaCheckYahoo Finance
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 4Typhoon Dolphin hurtles towards Japan: Tracker, updates and what to expectAl Jazeera [en]
MILITARYAug 4Japan sounds alarm over China’s expanding Pacific footprint, vows defence boostJapan’s latest defence white paper warns of China’s growing ability to sustain military operations farther into the western Pacific Ocean, while pledging to bolster its own monitoring systems, strike capabilities and ammunition production. Released on Tuesday, the 610-page document cautions that Beijing is strengthening its aircraft carrier force as it steadily improves its capacity to operate in more distant seas and airspace. The white paper frames China’s expanding reach as part of a broader...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 4Japan casts military buildup as path to economic prosperityJapan is presenting its military expansion as a strategy to achieve economic growth. This indicates a strategic shift in how national defense is linked to economic policy.asiaone.com · Singapore
POLITICSAug 4Japan proposes tougher income rules for permanent residencyJapan’s immigration agency on Tuesday proposed tougher requirements for granting permanent residency to foreigners, including requiring applicants to maintain income above the average for Japanese households and a certain level of projected pension benefits. The proposed guidelines are part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s push to create an “orderly society” in which Japanese and foreign nationals coexist while cracking down on illegal activities. The Immigration Services Agency will solicit...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 4Suspected heatstroke kills three lions at Japan zoo, spokesperson saysTen of the 16 lions in Tama Zoological Park have suffered symptoms such as "loss of appetite and decreased activity" since mid-July, and three lionesses died, the zoo said in a statement.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 4U.S. to close consulates in Canada, Japan (Nagoya) and Indonesia, sources sayThe U.S. State Department has notified Congress that it plans to close five foreign missions in a rare downsizing ‌of America's global diplomatic footprint, according to people familiar…Japan Today
MILITARYAug 4Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in regionJapan needs to adapt to the new methods of warfare like drones and artificial intelligence used in Ukraine and the Middle East and strengthen its defense industry, the…Japan Today
DISASTERAug 43 lions perish at Tokyo zoo as Japan bakes in ‘cruelly hot’ summerThree lions have died of suspected heatstroke at Tokyo’s Tama Zoological Park amid Japan’s record-breaking “cruelly hot” summer as officials boost animal welfare measures to cope with climate-fuelled extreme weather. The zoo’s lion exhibit has been suspended since July 23 when 10 out of its 16 big cats started showing “loss of appetite and decreased activity” from the heat, a spokeswoman told Agence France-Presse on Tuesday. The sick animals received treatment, but three lionesses succumbed to...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 4Japan outlines its military build - up plan , citing threats from China , Russia and North KoreaJapan has detailed its military build-up strategy, citing perceived threats from China, Russia, and North Korea. This plan indicates a shift in national defense policy and regional security concerns.edition.cnn.com · United States
MILITARYAug 4Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the regionJapan views combat drones as crucial for adapting to new forms of warfare, especially as regional tensions escalate. This highlights a shift in its defense strategy.ksat.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 4PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Japan) showcases finest real estate in diverse market segmentsThe PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Japan) program returns in 2026 with an expanded roster of categories, recognizing a diverse cross-section of segments in the leading investment and resort…Japan Today
BUSINESSAug 4Japan economy minister says pass - through of costs limited so farJapan's economy minister has stated that the pass-through of costs has been limited to date. This provides an update on economic conditions in Japan.933thedrive.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 4Suikoden STAR LEAP launches this month in JapanA new game titled Suikoden STAR LEAP is scheduled to launch this month in Japan. This marks a new release in the gaming industry for the region.nichegamer.com · Japan
MILITARYAug 4Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfareJapan states that combat drones are crucial for adapting to modern warfare strategies, highlighting a focus on military technological advancement.abcnews.com · United States
MILITARYAug 4Japan sees urgent need to boost militarybssnews.net · Bangladesh
BUSINESSAug 4US dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after market interventionsThe US dollar has significantly weakened against the Japanese yen following market interventions. This indicates notable activity in global currency markets with potential economic implications.abcnews.com · United States
POLITICSAug 4US weighs closure of five consulates in Canada , Japan , Indonesia , Cameroon and Grenada in diplomatic downsizing , sources saySources indicate that the United States is considering closing five consulates across various countries as part of a diplomatic downsizing effort.shanghaisun.com · China
BUSINESSAug 4Will the US Cavalry be able to ride to the rescue of the Japanese Yen ? This article speculates on the potential for U.S. intervention to support the Japanese Yen. It discusses possible financial market actions and their international implications.investmentwatchblog.com · United States
DISASTERAug 3Two workers who died in quake-hit Japan mall were sent in to get cashA Japanese company has admitted that two workers, who died in a shopping mall explosion following powerful earthquake.Al Jazeera [en]