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Japan PM’s pledge to ‘work, work, work, work, and work’ wins catchphrase of year

Sanae Takaichi’s not-so-catchy remarks about everyone working like a horse did not go down well in a country notorious for its demanding work culture

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Extend Declines As Liquidations Near $1 Billion

Bitcoin fell below the $85,000 level on Monday as market sentiment weakened amid rising speculation over a potential rate hike in Japan.

Benzinga

Stocks Set to Open Lower as Bond Yields Climb, U.S. PCE Inflation Data Awaited

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are down -0.57%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are down -0.68% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as Treasury yields climbed following hawkish comments from Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda.

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'I Posted This Months Ago': Innovator Reacts to Japan's Self-Sizing Sneaker Pod as Net Questions Authenticity

Japan's self-sizing sneaker pod clip raises questions about whether the tech is real, while an innovator highlights his earlier concept post.

International Business Times UK

Japan is experiencing most intense period of bear activity on record

The Independent UK

Tech Brief (Dec. 1): Baidu Initiates Largest Layoffs in Years

Meituan swings to quarterly loss, Nexperia China says supplies resume for over 500 clients

Caixin Global

Trump Tariffs Lead To Erosion Of Goodwill For America Among Japanese: Poll

Japanese affection for the United States has dropped sharply after President Donald Trump slapped higher tariffs on imports from Japan, a new government poll shows, even though most people still say the relationship is broadly positive.

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This Genius Japanese Slide-Out Kitchen Countertop Creates Extra Workspace on Demand – Ideal for Hosting in Tiny Homes

Just in time for Christmas, too

Homes & Gardens

Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to change Japan's male-only succession law

Princess Aiko's increasing popularity is sparking discussions about changing Japan's male-only succession law

The Independent UK

'One Piece' Singer Maki Otsuki Forced to Stop Shanghai Show Following Renewed China-Japan Tensions

Japanese singer Maki Otsuki, was forced to cancel her performance midway at an anime event in Shanghai in light of renewed tensions between China and Japan over Taiwan.

International Business Times UK

Chinese Nationals Outraged After Kansai Tourist Death Amid China–Japan Tensions

Chinese outrage surges after a tourist's fatal fall at Kansai Airport, raising safety concerns and intensifying China–Japan tensions amid already strained regional relations.

International Business Times UK

Robert Kiyosaki Predicts Global Financial Meltdown Following Japan's Carry Trade Closure, Says '30 YEAR BUBBLE BURSTING'

Robert Kiyosaki has forecasted a potential global financial meltdown in the wake of Japan’s decision to terminate its longstanding carry trade. He warns that this could trigger a worldwide collapse in the realms of real estate, stocks, and employment.

Benzinga

Micron plans $9.6 billion HBM fab in Japan as AI memory race accelerates

Micron is preparing a major expansion of its Hiroshima operations to build a dedicated high-bandwidth memory facility, according to a report by Nikkei Asia.

Tom’s Hardware

How the Guardian ranked the 100 best female footballers in the world 2025

As we prepare to launch our eighth edition of our global list we present the members of this year’s voting panel, our biggest ever

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Man Survives Bear Mauling in Japanese Toilet — Officials Urge Caution Outdoors

A 69-year-old man survived a terrifying bear attack in a Japanese train station toilet, prompting officials to urge caution outdoors amid rising wildlife encounters.

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7 Fast-Food Ingredients Banned Abroad but Served Here

We all love the convenience of fast food—crispy fries, juicy burgers, and sweet, fizzy sodas that hit just right. But while you’re biting into that burger, have you ever wondered why some countries would never dream of serving the same meal? Certain ingredients that are completely legal and commonplace here…

Motorsport

F1 2025 qualifying head-to-head: Qatar GP

Here's how things stand in the 2025 team-mate duels following qualifying at Formula 1's Qatar Grand Prix

The Independent UK

Man mauled by bear in Japan while using public toilet

Security guard survives attack with minor injuries after fighting off bear

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Dollar Finishes Lower and Gold Rallies on Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell to a 1.5-week low and finished down by -0.08%. The dollar gave up early gains last Friday and moved lower on increased chances that the Fed will cut interest rates at next month’s FOMC meeting. Swaps markets now discount an 83% chance...

International Business Times UK

Total Copycat: Tarantino Blasts Hunger Games for Stealing the Brutal Legacy of Battle Royale

Quentin Tarantino has reignited controversy by accusing The Hunger Games of copying Japan's Battle Royale, calling the franchise a 'total copycat'.

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Man’s late-night bathroom trip takes terrifying turn – he realizes he’s not alone in there

Getting attacked in a toilet? Worst nightmare ever.

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Dollar Gains on Month-End Buying

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.06%. Month-end buying of the dollar is supporting modest gains, with today being the last trading day of November. Forex trading was light, as futures and options trading on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange were halted until early this morning due to...

The Independent UK

Eel populations are falling, and new protections were defeated. Japan and the US opposed them

Valuable eels are in decline all over the world, leading to a new push for restrictions on trade to try to help stave off extinction

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S&P Futures Halted Due to CME Outage

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) were indicated up +0.10% before a technical outage at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange disrupted trading.

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Has manga lost its true identity?

We asked 5 artists if manga's global popularity has changed the art form.

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