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Typhoon Saudel causes blackouts and flight cancellations after slamming into remote Japanese islands

Saudel leaves two people with minor injuries, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency and prefectural officials say

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Trump says he believes Iran’s leader is still alive but 'seriously wounded'

President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he believes Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is “very seriously wounded”, but not dead. Khamenei has not been seen in public since the US and Israel launched the Iran war in February, prompting months of speculation over the new Iranian leader’s health. Follow our…

France 24 · Aug 26

Japan to cut visa fees for some foreigners facing financial hardship

Japan will offer reduced residence-related fees to some foreign nationals facing severe financial hardship when higher charges take effect on October 1. However, most asylum seekers may not qualify because eligibility generally requires receiving government assistance, drawing criticism from refugee support groups.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Global Market Today: Asian stocks mixed ahead of Nvidia results, oil prices slide

Contracts for the Nasdaq 100 Index dropped 0.3%, and those for the S&P 500 Index edged 0.1% down. MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge was little changed with benchmarks in Japan and South Korea fluctuating between gains and losses.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Japanese bond funds see record inflows as rising yields attract global investors

Foreign investors are showing significant interest in Japanese government bonds this year on the back of rising yields. Record inflows into Japanese bond funds highlight this growing investor appetite. European investors, in particular, are increasing their allocations to these bonds.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Piyush Goyal pitches India as trusted destination for data centres, cites $200 bn investment commitments

India is actively promoting itself as a prime destination for data centers to Japanese businesses. Significant global hyperscaler investments totaling USD 200 billion have already been secured. The nation offers a compelling case for partnership in AI and semiconductor development. Japan faces a considerable demand for skilled professionals and caregivers.…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

"I’ve never encountered a ghost, but until recently…": Japan PM Sanae Takaichi reveals unusual experience as staff launch ‘Operation Combat’ at official residence

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says she has never encountered a ghost at the official residence, but a surprising incident involving a cockroach left her unable to act. Recalling how Osamu Tezuka’s Firebird shaped her childhood belief in reincarnation, Takaichi revealed that her staff eventually launched “Operation Combat” to deal…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Piyush Goyal promises BIS certification relief for high-tech sector firms

Goyal said he had taken note of concerns raised by Japanese companies over BIS certification requirements and that the government had already instructed the BIS and the Commerce and Industry Ministry to work on a framework to address the issue.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

1,000 people in Japan join forces to pull a 400-ton castle keep back toward its original position after it was moved 78 meters for repairs

About 1,000 people in Japan joined forces on Sunday to help pull the roughly 400-ton keep of Hirosaki Castle back toward its original position, more than a decade after the historic structure was moved nearly 78 meters for repairs. Participants in Aomori Prefecture were divided into groups and used ropes…

The Times of India · Aug 25

Stock Index Futures Climb as Chipmakers Rebound and Bond Yields Fall, U.S. Economic Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.47%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.94% this morning as chipmakers rebounded, with lower bond yields providing additional support after oil prices extended declines.

Barchart · Aug 25