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Farage’s Reform UK raises record £72 million in 24 hours — from two crypto billionaires
The donations come from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, who will match a £36 million donation by BitMEX founder Ben Delo.
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Saudis shut down oil pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea shipping
The pipeline was shut after a drone attack that both Baghdad and Riyadh say originated in Iraq, where Iranian-backed militias operate.
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All eyes on Warsh as rate-hike fever spreads across G7 central banks
Three decisions may recast the global monetary policy landscape for the rest of 2026 and beyond.
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Modi forges BRICS consensus in shadow of worsening Iran war
The 10 full members and Saudi Arabia stopped called for restraint and for the avoidance of actions that "could further aggravate the situati
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Japan has few cards to play one month after Putin’s isle visit
Tokyo has been unable to devise a strong response given Japan's need for oil and natural gas from Russia as war rages in the Middle East.
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Despite population decline, Rishiri Island’s kombu harvest goes on
Prized for its clean flavor, the kombu harvested off of remote Rishiri Island takes a village to farm, dry and cut.
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Japan’s homegrown peppers can pack an unsuspecting punch
With names like "hawk's talons" and "lion's head," these popular peppers are a great way to eat more veggies with a kick.
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Trump envoys arrive in Kyiv in new push to end Russia’s war
The visit follows the U.S. officials' more than three hours of talks in Moscow on Saturday that a Kremlin aide called "highly useful."
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Chubu Electric chairman Satoru Katsuno may step down over data fraud
Industry officials have criticized Katsuno, with some saying that "there is no way he can remain in the position."
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Justice Ministry to test GPS tracking of sex offenders on parole
Only parolees who consent to participate in the program will be monitored with GPS devices, which are not slated to be attached to parolees'
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Japan adopts measures to stamp out invasive longhorn beetle
"We will engage in systematic and wide-area pest control to enable its eradication in Japan," Environment Minister Hirotaka Ishihara said.
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How a billion-dollar sanctions dodge kept Chinese goods flowing to Iran
The secretive trade mechanism, in which Iranian oil is exchanged for credits for Chinese imports, has provided a financial lifeline for Tehr
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Actor and narrator Reo Morimoto dies at 83
The Japanese actor and narrator known for his gentle voice, died suddenly of an unknown cause earlier this month.
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Pakistan faces pressure to pick a side as Saudi tensions with Houthis escalate
Fighting between Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement and Saudi forces is increasingly testing how long Pakistan can hold both positions at o
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At Dallas convention, some loyalists question Trump-centric midterms strategy
Trump urged voters to "pretend that I'm on the ballot" during the two-day gathering in Texas.
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China threat erodes Japanese anger over U.S. bases ahead of vote
Voters in Okinawa have long bristled over hosting U.S. military bases, but a growing acceptance for a stronger military to counter threats f
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Diving into Japan’s art scene, one fair at a time
Usually bringing together hundreds of artists and galleries in one place, art fairs remove the distance, making viewing and comparing a vast
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Japan designates 18 regions as green transformation strategy areas
The ministry will support the regions by easing regulations on land use and providing subsidies, aiming to attract investment from Japan and
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China to raise visa fees sevenfold for Japanese visitors
The decision came after Japan introduced higher visa fees for foreign nationals in July.
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Former Sega president recalls being ‘impressed’ with Nvidia’s Huong
Shoichiro Irimajiri said he had decided to invest $5 million in Nvidia in the late 1990s because he was impressed by its CEO, Jensen Huang.
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BOJ set to raise interest rate to 1.25% next week
The last time the Bank of Japan's policy interest rate stood at 1.25% was in April 1995.
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Apple’s foldable iPhone poses a $1,999 question: Who is it for?
Some observers at the launch event in Cupertino, California, were left questioning its appeal beyond wealthy tech enthusiasts.
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Behind the killer robots of Ukraine’s new warfare ‘revolution’
In a cramped workshop near the front line in northeastern Ukraine, military mechanic "Chimera" is helping prepare his unit's robot forces fo
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How to make the ‘downgraded’ Seishun 18 ticket work for you
The ticket was once a beloved travel hack for Japan's train lovers, but using it now requires a bit more forethought to get the most out of
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