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BUSINESSAug 1Yen surges to lower 157 versus dollar after Japan authorities step inThe Japanese yen briefly surged to the lower 157 level against the U.S. dollar in New York on Friday, with Japanese government sources confirming a yen-buying, dollar-selling intervention…Japan Today
DISASTERAug 1Japan quake evacuees with pets find refuge at Kumamoto animal hospitalWhen a powerful earthquake jolted southern ⁠Japan this week, rattling ⁠homes and knocking out water and ⁠electricity, Tomoko Takaoka bundled up her beloved fluffy dogs and went in search of a safe place to stay. Unable to reach her parents, the 31-year-old factory worker turned to a nearby evacuation centre only to discover that Ku the chihuahua and Sheri the chihuahua-poodle mix were not welcome. Faced with the choice of sheltering without them or staying together, she chose the latter,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 1Japan’s ruling party MPs form group to protect US$2.1 billion trading card marketLawmakers from Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) have launched a group aimed at promoting the rapidly growing trading card industry, seeing its potential as a globally competitive content sector. The group, consisting of some 20 lawmakers, is seeking to improve the trading card environment by setting up rules to address issues such as counterfeit cards and bulk purchases for resale. It is also keen to enhance market transparency to support the industry’s overseas expansion. The...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 31Bessent says he awaits seeing Bank of Japan chief in late AugustU.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Friday he looks forward to seeing Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda at the end of August during a Group of 20…Japan Today
CONFLICTJul 31Japan protests China's new East China Sea structure, urges talksJapan has lodged a protest with China after confirming a move to install a new structure west of the median line in the East China Sea, the Foreign…Japan Today
MILITARYJul 31A Japanese destroyer fired its new Tomahawk missiles for the first timeA Japanese destroyer has conducted the first firing of its new Tomahawk missiles. This marks a significant development in Japan's naval defense capabilities.yahoo.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 31The Japanese hybrid SUV that worth every dollarA Japanese hybrid SUV is highlighted as a product that offers excellent value for money. The article suggests this vehicle is a worthwhile purchase.howtogeek.com · United States
MILITARYBREAKINGJul 31Japan Officially Joins The Tomahawk Club , Fires U . S .- Origin Cruise Missile in Landmark Pacific TestJapan has officially joined the "Tomahawk Club" by successfully test-firing a U.S.-origin cruise missile in a landmark Pacific exercise. This event signifies a significant development in Japan's military capabilities and regional defense posture.chinatechnews.com · China
MILITARYJul 31Why Japanese stealth fighters over Australia signal a strategic pivot against ChinaJapanese F-35A stealth fighters are flying training missions over Australia for the first time in Exercise Pitch Black – part of a broader defence pivot that experts say could bolster US and allied resilience against Beijing in a Taiwan contingency. The multinational exercise, held every two years and featuring around 100 aircraft, runs from July 20 to August 7. It comes just days after Japanese, US and Australian F-35s trained together during the inaugural Southern Cross drills. Southern Cross...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 31Japan: Death toll rises to 34 after deadly earthquakeDW News [en]
BUSINESSJul 31Japan intervenes in foreign exchange market to prop up yen : media - XinhuaJapan has reportedly intervened in the foreign exchange market to support the value of the yen. This indicates a significant action taken by Japan to manage its currency.english.news.cn
POLITICSJul 31Japan is launching its first centralized intelligence agency since WWII . Here why | NewsJapan is establishing its first centralized intelligence agency since World War II, signifying a notable shift in national security.kitv.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 31Kospi rebounds by record 18%; Japan-South Korea intervention lifts yen and wonSeeking Alpha Tech
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 31Quake in Japan’s ‘Silicon Valley’ disrupts car, chip supply chainsSouth China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 31Death toll from southwestern Japan quake climbs to 34NPR News
BUSINESSJul 31Japan’s June Snapshot: Factory output beats expectations, retail growth softens, Tokyo inflation picks up to 1.9%Japan's economic performance in June showed factory output exceeding expectations, a softening in retail growth, and an increase in Tokyo's inflation rate. This provides a mixed snapshot of the nation's economic health.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 31Bank Of Japan Maintains Key RateThe Bank of Japan has decided to maintain its key interest rate. This action reflects the central bank's current monetary policy stance.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
POLITICSBREAKINGJul 31Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza , but many hurdles and uncertainty remain | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisTrump announced a deal for Hamas disarmament in Gaza, though the report notes significant hurdles and uncertainties remain. This signifies a potential, albeit complex, development in the region.asahi.com · Japan
DISASTERJul 31Families sleep in cars after homes destroyed in Japan earthquakeAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERJul 31Rescuers search as Japan quake death toll rises to 34dailyadvertiser.com.au · Australia
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 31Death toll from Japan earthquake climbs to 34Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTJul 31North Korea calls US Forces Japan a war command , says Korean Peninsula clash is a matter of timingmoneycontrol.com · India
BUSINESSJul 31Japan Retail Sales Add 0 . 5 % On Year In JuneJapan's retail sales increased by 0.5% year-on-year in June. This reflects a routine update on the nation's economic performance and consumer spending trends.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
MILITARYJul 31Chinese PLA Navy corrects Japan false Navy rhetoricThe Chinese PLA Navy has publicly corrected what it calls "false Navy rhetoric" from Japan. This indicates an ongoing diplomatic and military communication dispute between the two nations.eng.chinamil.com.cn · China