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Asia scrambles to conserve energy as Iran war disrupts oil and gas supplies

Asian countries are racing to save energy and shield consumers as the war on Iran disrupts oil and gas flows

The Independent UK

Japanese schools to be inspected for hidden cameras as voyeur teachers convicted

Court hands suspended sentences to two teachers in first conviction related to school sexual misconduct scandal

The Independent UK

Rocket Lab launches private Japanese 'Strix' satellite

Rocket Lab launched an Earth-observing radar satellite for the Japanese company Synspective to orbit on Friday (March 20).

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North Korea qualifies for Women’s World Cup for first time since 2011 doping scandal

North Korea have booked their spot at next year’s Women’s World Cup

The Independent UK

Three major England decisions facing Thomas Tuchel ahead of latest squad announcement

England will play Uruguay and Japan at Wembley in the last international break before Tuchel names his squad for the World Cup

The Independent UK

Xbox isn't giving up on Japan — there's a promising sign of continued investment in the region

Xbox has historically struggled in Japan, but it has arguably been doing better than ever in recent years. Microsoft is keen to keep the train going.

Windows Central

India Overtakes Japan to Become World’s 4th Largest Economy, Now Targets No. 3 Spot

In a defining moment for India’s economic journey, the country has officially surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, marking a major shift in the global financial order. This milestone is not just symbolic. It reflects years of steady growth, structural reforms, and rising global influence. With a nominal…

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Japan’s ruthless streak poses fresh challenge for rising Matildas in Women’s Asian Cup final

The world No 6 team have scored 28 goals and conceded just one, starting Saturday’s final against hosts Australia as clear favourites

The Guardian - AU

Beating Japan is not 'mission impossible': Catley

Steph Catley knows the Matildas face a tough Japanese opponent in the Asian Cup final, but believes Australia's defence will be up to the task.

AAP

Ranking All Six World Baseball Classic Winners, From 2006 Japan to 2026 Venezuela

Venezuela concluded its inspiring title run by defeating Team USA on Tuesday night.

Sports Illustrated

Rattled by Trump, Japan seeks closer ties with Europe

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets US President Donald Trump this Thursday in Washington. A long-planned visit upended by the Iran war. It's a tricky moment for the Japanese leader who needs to balance Trump's unpredictability with Tokyo's security needs.

Euronews

Why Asian Cup rival can't get enough of this Matilda

Mary Fowler's admirers stretch beyond Australia, with even Japan coach Nils Nielsen admitting there's a special place in his heart for the Matildas star.

AAP

‘Cyberattacks are having a huge impact on people’s lives and economic activities’: Japan joins list of countries turning towards offensive cyber operations

Japan has reinterpreted its constitution to allow offensive cyber operations.

TechRadar

Choke on Strait of Hormuz hurts many nations, US is not one of them - in fact, it profits

President Donald Trump's recent appeal to Asian allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in the war against Iran, bluntly brought to focus their outsized reliance: "Countries that receive oil through the Strait of Hormuz must take care of that passage — China, Japan, South Korea…

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The Independent UK

Japan's leader heads to Washington for a visit complicated by the Iran war fallout

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is heading to the United States for what she expects to be a “very difficult” meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump

AAP

Japan down Korea, set up Asian Cup final with Australia

Japan will meet Australia in the final of the Women's Asian Cup after smashing South Korea 4-1 in Sydney.

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This Japanese railway company rebrand envelops you in calm

Japan's 'third destination' gets a new look.

The Independent UK

Asian shares gain and oil slips back despite a barrage of attacks by Iran

Asia shares are mostly higher with benchmarks in Japan and South Korea sharply higher

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The Independent UK

Japan records trade surplus as export growth balances out weak China demand

Japan has recorded a trade surplus of 57.3 billion yen, or $360 million, in February, according to government data, reversing from a deficit a month earlier

Barchart

Cathie Wood Is Buying PAYP Stock After the PayPay IPO. Should You?

After a noteworthy IPO debut, PayPay just got a major vote of confidence from Cathie Wood. Is the stock a buy today?

AAP

'Desperate' Korea stare down Asian Cup nemesis Japan

South Korea held the Matildas to a draw to top Group A at the Women's Asian Cup. But a semi-final showdown with Japan shapes as their biggest obstacle.

The Independent UK

Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor Shigeaki Mori who was embraced by Obama dies at 88

His research eventually led to U.S. confirmation of the deaths of 12 captured American service members in the bombing

International Business Times UK

Punch the Monkey Finds Love at Japanese Zoo, Cuddling and Kissing Female Macaque Named Momo-Chan

Punch, the viral baby macaque, has found a friend in Momo-chan at Japan's Ichikawa City Zoo, with videos showing them cuddling and playing together.

The Independent UK

Countries slash workweek and enact strict AC and elevator bans in ‘energy triage’

Analysts warn the same hard choices could soon spread as countries compete for scarce supplies

The Conversation

Going nuclear? Why a growing number of Washington’s allies are eyeing an alternative to US umbrella

Canadians are openly discussing the merits and risks of pursuing a nuclear weapon. Europeans are similarly considering a nuclear deterrent for the bloc. In South Korea, public support for a nuclear weapon is at its highest level on record, and even in Japan some politicians are talking about the once-taboo…

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