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Japanese Imperial Family Spends Time at Nasu Villa in Tochigi Prefecture for Vacation
The Japan News
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July 19, 2025
Pool photo / The Yomiuri Shimbun The Emperor, center, the Empress, left, and Princess Aiko stroll around the premises of the Nasu Imperial Villa in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture, on Friday evening. The Yomiuri Shimbun 17:01 JST, July 19, 2025 NASU,...
Japanese assets under pressure amid uncertainty about election, BoJ normalisation
Hellenic Shipping News
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July 18, 2025
There are two main reasons for the recent surge in Japanese government bond yields: the domestic political uncertainty and the Bank of Japan’s policy normalisation process. On the former, there are concerns that the current ruling coalition may...
Skeleton panda sea squirt discovered in Japan: Meet Clavelina ossipandae
The Times of India
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In the vibrant waters off Japan’s Kumejima Island, scientists have discovered a bizarre new marine species that’s got the internet buzzing. The skeleton panda sea squirt, officially named Clavelina ossipandae. This tiny, transparent creature looks...
Japanese Manicure: The no-makeup makeup look for nails
The Times of India
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Image credits: @koralinda09 (left)/@js_studio_setubal(right) We have tried it all — gel polish, acrylic nails, press-ons and extensions. While they all have their own charm, they are not necessarily healthy for our nails, cuticles, nail beds, or...
Japan honours former Brunei ambassador with Order of the Rising Sun
The Bruneian
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July 19, 2025
The Government of Japan has conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star decoration on Pengiran Dato Paduka Haji Idriss Pengiran Temanggong Pengiran Haji Mohammad, in recognition of his contribution towards strengthening bilateral...
REFORPAC 2025: US, JASDF medics conduct aeromedical evacuation training
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 28, 2025
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron and 35th Medical Group, partnered with the 36th Airlift Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Misawa Medical Squadron, to conduct a mass casualty exercise and subject...
Texworld NYC: Next-Gen Needs Scaling and Standardization
Sourcing Journal - New York
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July 28, 2025
Functional Fabric Fair spotlighted next-generation materials at its Innovation Hub, created in collaboration with Future Fibers Expo. Across the hall, Texworld tackled the big question: How do you unlock scale? Convening biannually in the Big...
Japanese debt and currency pummelled in run-up to crucial election
The Times
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Japanese government bonds and the yen are under pressure amid fears that ruling and challenger parties in the world’s third-largest economy will go on a fiscal splurge. Japan’s borrowing costs hit a post-2008 high this week and the yen has been...
Lessons for rebuilding Ukraine from economic recoveries after natural disasters
VoxEU
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July 14, 2025
Three years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, the estimated direct damage to Ukraine’s buildings and infrastructure now exceeds $176 billion, equivalent to nearly 100% of Ukrainian GDP in 2024 (World Bank et al. 2024). Although the source and...
A tale of two summits: On Asia tour, European leaders to woo Japan, tiptoe around China
EurActiv
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July 22, 2025
European Union leaders will swing through Asia this week on a mission to strengthen ties with the region's second-largest economy, Japan, while subtly keeping the eastern hemisphere's hegemon at arm's length. On Wednesday, Commission President...
“Be There!” at Budapest Zoo – Interactive Wildlife Experiences Until Autumn
XpatLoop
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In 2025, Budapest Zoo once again invites visitors to enjoy unforgettable moments through the “Be There!” experience programmes, running from spring to autumn. These engaging and educational programmes explore the fascinating world of animals and...
Was East Asian Air Cleanup Behind Recent Global Warming Showtime?
MENAFN
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July 15, 2025
Latest stories China accelerates its maglev train to catch up with Japan Hegseth's drone dominance policy needs offshore production help Toward a new resilient India–South Korea strategic partnership We have found that polluted air may have been...
EU Expects Little From China Summit in Contrast With Japan Hope
Mint
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July 22, 2025
European leaders will meet their Japanese and Chinese counterparts this week, with high expectations for better defense and trade cooperation with Tokyo contrasting sharply with limited hopes for discussions in Beijing. European Commission...
Japan’s 10-Year Yield Peaks: What’s Driving the Rise?
Yahoo Finance
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Japan’s 10-year government bond yield approached 1.60% on Wednesday, July 16, reaching its highest level since late 2008. That marks a rise of over 45% since the start of the year. The upward movement is part of a broader shift across the yield...
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch 2 Edition No. 21 in Japan
Punch Jump - California
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July 22, 2025
Famitsu this month said Nintendo Co., Ltd. this week said The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 ranked as a top-seller in the latest retail data from Japan. Between July 7 and July 13, The...
“Japanese First” politics creates fears for Indonesians
New Mandala
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July 18, 2025
In the lead up to Japan’s Upper House elections, scheduled for 20 July, “foreign nationals” have unexpectedly become a topic of discussion during the campaign. Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru’s assertion that Japan needs to determine “who to permit...
How Japan had its MAGA moment
Washington Examiner
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July 21, 2025
Sanseito, a right-wing populist party in Japan that enthusiastically associates itself with U.S. President Donald Trump’s “America First” ethos, caused a minor earthquake in the parliament’s upper house over the weekend.The party, headed by former...
Stonepeak to Invest in Electric Land
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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NEW YORK & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 28, 2025-- Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, today announced that it has invested in Electric Land (“Electric Land” or “the Company”), Europe’s...
PNG PM Marape Marks Expo 2025 National Day, Reinforces Japan Ties and Investment Opportunities
Papua New Guinea Today
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July 22, 2025
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape used PNG’s National Day celebration at World Expo 2025 in Osaka to spotlight the country’s enduring relationship with Japan and promote economic cooperation on the global stage. Speaking to an audience...
PNG PM Marape Marks Expo 2025 National Day, Reinforces Japan Ties and Investment Opportunities
Papua New Guinea Today
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July 22, 2025
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape used PNG’s National Day celebration at World Expo 2025 in Osaka to spotlight the country’s enduring relationship with Japan and promote economic cooperation on the global stage. Speaking to an audience...