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WORLDJul 22The world is going crazy for Japan and Japanese food - no me | Tenterfield StarThe article discusses the global phenomenon of increasing interest and enthusiasm for a specific country and its cuisine. It highlights a widespread cultural trend.tenterfieldstar.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 22The world is going crazy for Japan and Japanese food - no me | The Daily AdvertiserThis article discusses the global popularity of Japan and Japanese food, presenting a personal perspective on the trend.dailyadvertiser.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 22Japan vows stronger defense cooperation with ASEAN amid China concernsJapanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi on Wednesday vowed closer cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Manila to help them defend their territories and territorial waters…Japan Today
WORLDJul 22How Melbourne put its own spin on Japan listening - bar cultureMelbourne has adapted Japan's listening bar culture with its own unique approach. This article explores a cultural phenomenon and its local interpretation.nzherald.co.nz · New Zealand
BUSINESSJul 22Kobe Steel invests in Noetra for Japan multimodal AI projectKobe Steel has made an investment in Noetra for a multimodal artificial intelligence project in Japan. This signifies a business partnership focused on technological development.jp.ibtimes.com · United States
DISASTERJul 22Japanese agency warns of ‘cruelly hot days’ amid 40 degrees and above heatJapanese cities are experiencing “cruelly hot days”, a new meteorological term devised this year to warn people of intense heat above 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), with emergency officials describing the soaring temperatures on Wednesday as “a disaster”. Heatstroke alerts were issued across almost the whole country and emergency officials said at least 14 people had died from heat-related causes in the past week. Three central cities logged scorching temperatures on Tuesday above the new...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 22Canada becomes first observer to British-Italian-Japanese GCAP fighter jet projectCanada has been given a front-row seat to a British-Italian-Japanese effort to develop a sixth-generation fighter aircraft, allowing Ottawa to diversify its defence partnerships as the US and China vie for an edge in future air power. In London on Tuesday, Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty joined his British, Italian and Japanese counterparts – Wes Streeting, Guido Crosetto and Shinjiro Koizumi – to sign Canada up as an observer of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). It marks the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 22Asian equities diverge amid oil rally and Japan trade deficit; U.S. futures dip ahead of key tech earningsAsian equities showed divergent trends, influenced by an oil rally and Japan's trade deficit, while U.S. futures experienced a dip in anticipation of key technology earnings reports. These are current market movements and factors.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDJul 22Chinese man arrested over unlicensed taxi service to tourists in JapanA Chinese man has been arrested on suspicion of operating an unlicensed taxi service by leasing vehicles from a chauffeur service company that he effectively managed to non-employees…Japan Today
BUSINESSJul 22Japan's June trade deficit widens to ¥406.9B as 25.4% import spike overwhelms export gainsJapan's trade deficit widened to ¥406.9 billion in June, primarily due to a 25.4% surge in imports that surpassed export gains.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDJul 22How should Hongkongers prepare for road trips in Japan? Experts weigh in after accidentsHong Kong travellers should be mindful of driving fatigue, unfamiliar road signs and their insurance coverage when going on road trips overseas, experts have warned after two traffic accidents involving city residents in Japan within a week. Ringo Lee Yiu-pui, honorary life president of the Hong Kong China Automobile Association, said on Wednesday that various factors could affect drivers’ concentration and energy when driving on foreign roads. He explained that car trips between places in a...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 22Civic group urges Japan to reflect on germ warfareA civic group is urging Japan to reflect on its past involvement in germ warfare. This highlights an ongoing call for historical accountability and ethical consideration.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 22Civic group urges Japan to reflect on germ warfareA civic group is calling on Japan to reflect on its past involvement in germ warfare. This highlights ongoing historical and ethical discussions.europe.chinadaily.com.cn · China
SCI & TECHJul 22These Japanese AI winners don’t make chips. They make toilets, glass fiber and seasoningA toilet maker, a glass fiber manufacturer and the maker of MSG have in Japan have become major beneficiaries of the AI boom.CNBC
POLITICSJul 22China sounds alarm over nuclear weapons talk by Japanese ministerusa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
CONFLICTJul 22Japanese soldier who lost leg in Ukraine war vows to return to front lineA Japanese soldier who sustained a leg injury during the Ukraine war has expressed a determination to return to the front line. This exemplifies individual commitment amidst ongoing international conflict.japantoday.com · Japan
WORLDJul 22Japan seeks Southeast Asia sea lanes to avoid troubled waters in regionJapan is turning to five lesser-used straits in Southeast Asia as insurance against the next maritime shock, with plans to create detailed nautical charts for ships to navigate through these waters and bring vital goods to its economy. Tokyo would work with Indonesia and the Philippines to chart their respective straits, the foreign ministry told the Yomiuri newspaper, as it stepped up efforts to mitigate disruption to global trade arising from the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. The...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 21Japan exports and imports grow at fastest pace since November 2022, beating estimatesExports climbed 19.3%, while imports spiked 25.4% compared to June last year.CNBC
BUSINESSJul 21ADEC ESG Strengthens Climate Leadership as CDP Accredited Solutions Provider in the U . S . and JapanADEC ESG has enhanced its climate leadership by becoming a CDP Accredited Solutions Provider in the U.S. and Japan. This announcement signifies the company's expanded role in environmental sustainability services.northkoreatimes.com · North Korea
SCI & TECHJul 21ADEC ESG Strengthens Climate Leadership as CDP Accredited Solutions Provider in the U . S . and JapanADEC ESG has enhanced its climate leadership by becoming a CDP Accredited Solutions Provider in the U.S. and Japan. This demonstrates its role in environmental disclosure and climate action.pittsburghstar.com · United States
SCI & TECHJul 21Japan’s AI gamble: Can technology offset the cost of an ageing society?From underground networks to emerging AI start-ups, Japan is testing whether its greatest issue can be an opportunity.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERJul 21Hong Kong woman killed, 5 others injured in car crash in Japan’s HokkaidoA 53-year-old Hong Kong woman died and five others were injured in a head-on car crash in Japan on Monday, becoming the second such accident in Hokkaido prefecture to involve city residents in less than a week. Japanese news outlets reported that the incident took place at around 3.30pm (Japan Standard Time) on National Route 38 in Furano. A rental car carrying a family of four from Hong Kong crossed into the opposite lane and collided head-on with another passenger vehicle carrying two Japanese...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 21Asian shares mostly gain and South Korea and Japan recover some losses from AI stock sell - offsAsian stock markets generally saw gains, with South Korea and Japan showing recovery from previous AI-related stock sell-offs. This indicates a positive shift in market performance.news4jax.com · United States
POLITICSJul 21Japan New Flag Law Tests Free Expression – The DiplomatThis article discusses Japan's new flag law and how it may challenge free expression. It suggests potential implications for civil liberties and national identity.thediplomat.com · China