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Blossoming coalition? Japan at heart of US-led push to contain China

Roll out the red carpet for Japan. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is being feted with a speech before a joint session of Congress and a White House state dinner. Key to the courtship is Tokyo's ramped-up role in policing the Pacific. Like the Germans in Europe, the Japanese have had…

France 24

Japan PM Urges US Support For Ukraine's Survival

Japan's Prime Minister emphasizes US support for Ukraine's survival and international cooperation in addressing global challenges.

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Japan PM Asks US To Overcome 'Self-doubt'

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday called on Americans to overcome their "self-doubt" as he offered a paean to US global leadership before a bitterly divided Congress.

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Stephen Colbert on Republicans and abortion bans: ‘Backpedaling like a tweaked-out unicycle chimp’

Late-night hosts discuss Arizona re-enacting a 160-year-old abortion ban and Trump’s attempts to appear more moderate

The Guardian - US

The first foreign-born grand champion of sumo, Akebono Taro, dies at age 54

Born Chad George Ha'aheo Rowan in Hawaii, Akebono moved to Tokyo in the 1980s, won his first grand championship in 1993, the first of 11 such titles, and retired in 2001. He died of heart failure.

WEKU

Kishida tells Congress Japan will help US carry the load abroad - Roll Call

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida told Congress that Tokyo is ready to carry a larger share of the burden the U.S. has borne for decades.

Roll Call

Shogun Episode 9 Trailer Teases Mariko's Leadership In Osaka

Experience the captivating drama of Shogun episode 9 'Crimson Sky' as Mariko takes charge in feudal Japan. Don't miss the intense showdowns and power strug...

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Stock Index Futures are Higher after Wholesale Prices Increased Less Than Expected in March

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are up 0.02%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are up 0.17%% this morning, after the release of the PPI data.

Barchart

Google announces $1bn undersea cable funding as it extends Pacific reach

$1 billion in funding allocated to pair of new Google subsea cables and more connectivity work in the Pacific.

TechRadar

US, Japan, Philippines To Address China Tensions In Summit

President Biden to address Chinese aggression in the South China Sea with Japanese and Filipino leaders. White House expresses concern over China's activit...

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Biden to hold summit with Japan, Philippines; FAFSA delays threaten college enrollment

President Biden hosts the leaders of Japan and the Philippines. Fewer high school seniors are completing their FAFSA form.

WEKU

Stock Index Futures Slip as Rate Cut Hopes Fade, U.S. PPI Data and ECB Decision in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.36%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.30% this morning, signaling further losses on Wall Street after hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data diminished hopes of early interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, while investors awaited crucial U.S. producer inflation…

Barchart

A who's who of the star-studded guest list for the White House’s Japan state dinner

A VIP night planned by the President and First Lady’s office boasted rib eye steak dinners, 6ft cherry blossom centre-pieces and music from Paul Simon. Robert De Niro, Jeff Bezos and Kamala Harris headed up the guest list of tech types, celebs and politicians

Evening Standard

Pokemon hacker could face five years in prison for selling manipulated Scarlet and Violet save data in Japan

The arrested individual has reportedly admitted their guilt

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Japanese astronauts will join NASA moon landings in return for lunar rover

The first non-American to walk on the moon will be a Japanese astronaut. Two JAXA astronauts will fly on future Artemis landing missions in return for Japan providing a pressurized moon rover.

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Biden To Address South China Sea Concerns In Summit

President Biden to address concerns over China's actions in South China Sea at upcoming summit with Japan and Philippines, focusing on regional security ch...

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Stock Index Futures Tick Lower Ahead of Key U.S. PPI Data, ECB Decision in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are down -0.24%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are down -0.18% this morning as investors braced for crucial U.S. producer inflation data due later in the day while also awaiting a policy verdict from the European Central Bank.

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Trilateral Summit Strengthens US-Philippines-Japan Alliance Against China

Trilateral summit between U.S., Philippines, and Japan focuses on countering China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific and promoting peace and stability.

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First foreign-born sumo grand champion Akebono dies aged 54

NEW DELHI: Akebono, the trailblazing sumo wrestler who shattered barriers as the first foreign-born grand champion in Japan's revered sport, passed away at the age of 54, leaving behind a legacy of athletic prowess and cultural bridging.

International Business Times

Biden Hosts First Philippines-Japan Summit As China Looms

US President Joe Biden holds the first ever summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines Thursday to show support for Manila against China's growing assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea.

WEKU

Japan will give new cherry trees to replace those lost in D.C. construction

Japan is giving the U.S. 250 new cherry trees to help replace the hundreds that are being ripped out this summer as construction crews work to repair the seawall around the capital's Tidal Basin.

France 24

US and Japan agree to strengthen defence ties amid tensions with China

US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida unveiled their countries' biggest-ever upgrade in defence ties Wednesday during a White House state visit focused on countering a resurgent China.

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Britain To Conduct Indo-Pacific Military Exercises With US, Japan

Britain, the US, and Japan plan joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance security and cooperation.

ASICS comes full circle with the entirely recyclable Nimbus Mirai running shoes

The Japanese brand's latest performance footwear is designed to be returned once you've finished using it

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5 Things Japanese Interior Designers Do to Make Homes Feel Calm and Look Beautiful

The Japanese interior aesthetic is timeless and simple, but what exactly is this interior design style? We ask the designers

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