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Toyota shareholders reject proposal demanding better performance on climate change

Toyota executives have fielded challenges and reaped praise from investors at an annual general meeting where shareholders ultimately rejected demands the automaker do better on fighting climate change

The Independent UK

Two killed, one wounded in shooting at Japan military range

Local media say a teenage soldier has been arrested in connection with the attack.

Al Jazeera

Asia’s gamblers cheer wave of legalisation

MACAU: In a sea change for the traditionally conservative region, some of the biggest tourism spots in Asia and the Middle East are moving toward building or allowing their first casinos, raising competitive pressure on existing hubs like Macau.

Bangkok Post

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Biden dispatching Sullivan to Tokyo for talks with Japan, Philippines, South Korea officials

President Joe Biden is dispatching White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan to Tokyo this week for talks with his counterparts from Japan, Philippines and South Korea

The Independent UK

Time for an Asian Monetary Fund

Although the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has long been the most prominent global institution for promoting financial stability, calls to create regional alternatives are growing louder.

Bangkok Post

Palestinian territories mark 15 years of maternity guide

KHAN YUNIS, Gaza -- This year marks the 15th anniversary of the introduction of the Japan-originated Maternal and Child Health Handbook in the Palestinian territories. Today, nearly all Palestinian mothers possess the essential handbook, which safeguards the well-being of both mothers and children, acting as a vital "passport to life."…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan's Astroscale has a new robot tug to clean up space junk. Here's how it works (video)

A new video from Japan-based company Astroscale demonstrates a bold new proposal for cleaning up low Earth orbit (LEO) with reusable space tugs.

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Rani Rampal's inspiring words behind Neelam Panghal's success in Junior Asia Cup

NEW DELHI: 'Believe in yourself' -- these words from former India captain Rani Rampal seem to have had a transformational effect on young drag-flicker Neelam Panghal, who emerged the star of the side, scoring the winning goal for India in the Junior Asia Cup final against Korea in Japan on…

The Times of India

The overlooked story of the incarceration of Japanese Americans from Hawaii during World War II

In the months and years following Japan’s bombing of Pearl Harbor in Hawaii on Dec. 7, 1941, the U.S. government incarcerated a large number of Japanese American civilians from the U.S. mainland.

The Conversation

After Junior Asia Cup title triumph, senior players cannot take their place for granted: Schopman

NEW DELHI: Senior India hockey players cannot take their place in the side for the upcoming Asian Games for granted after the success of the junior women's team in the Asia Cup in Japan recently, chief coach Janneke Schopman has said.

The Times of India

Lower house of Japan's parliament passes bill to promote LGBTQ+ awareness, but not guarantee rights

The powerful lower house of Japan’s parliament has passed a bill to promote awareness of LGBTQ+ issues amid protests by activists that last-minute revisions by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s conservative party favored opponents of sexual equality instead of guaranteeing equal rights

The Independent UK

Arsenal star misses out on Women's World Cup after poor Tottenham loan spell

The Japanese international's absence from this summer's Women's World Cup squad has sparked a divide amongst women's football fans

Daily Mirror

Indonesia Open badminton championship | Sindhu, Prannoy make prequarters; Treesa-Gayatri bow out

Star Indian shuttler P.V. Sindhu roared back to form, ousting home favourite Gregoria Mariska Tunjung in straight games in the opening round of the Indonesia Open World Tour Super 1000 event, in Jakarta.

The Hindu

Arsenal's Mana Iwabuchi not included in Japan World Cup squad after disappointing season

The Japan international has featured in the last three World Cups for her country but was not included in this summer's Women's World Cup squad

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Bangkok Post

Cabbie charged with robbing sleeping passenger

A taxi driver has been arrested for the theft of valuables worth 1.2 million baht, including a Rolex, from a Japanese businessman who went to sleep in his cab after a night out in Bangkok.

The Independent UK

Japan's Toyota announces battery electric vehicle initiatives

Toyota says it plans to make an all solid-state battery as part of ambitious plans for battery electric vehicles, amid mounting criticism Japan’s top automaker needs to do more to fight climate change

The Guardian - UK

UK exports in last decade worse than any G7 country except Japan

UN figures show value of British goods and services exports rose by 6% between 2012 and 2021, compared with 29.1% for EU

Reason

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Investors eyeing tech startups

Japanese investors are interested in Thai tech startups, supporting their business expansion to regional markets, says an executive of Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri).

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh Cashmere scarves are famous in Japan, UK, USA and EU

A luxury, designer scarf is the ultimate fashion accessory that can elevate your outfit like nothing else.

Barchart

Stocks Higher Ahead of U.S. May CPI Report and FOMC Meeting

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.19%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.61%. U.S. stocks this morning are moderately higher, with the...

Daily Mirror

Shohei Ohtani makes worrying admission as pitching concerns grow for LA Angels star

Japan, MLB, and Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani has raised concerns over fatigue with his pitching taking a noticeable drop-off in the 2023 season

Barchart

Markets Today: Stocks Climb on M&A Activity Ahead of FOMC Meeting

Morning Markets June E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESM2 3) this morning are up +0.20%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM2 3) are up +0.38%. U.S. stock index futures this morning are mildly higher. M&A activity is supportive for stocks after Nasdaq Inc agreed to Adenza from buyout firm Thoma...

The Independent UK

Japan entertainment company launches probe into sexual abuse allegations against founder

A major Japanese talent agency has begun an investigation into sexual abuse allegations against its founder

The Independent UK

Food prices are squeezing Europe. Now Italians are calling for a pasta protest

High food prices are pinching households across Europe, where food inflation is outpacing other major economies like the U.S., Japan and Canada

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