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Weather agency warns of heavy rain in western Japan, flooding risks

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Heavy rainfall is expected in parts of western Japan and the Nansei island chain in the country's southwest, the weather agency said,

Mitsubishi UFJ says Japan may need jumbo rate hike to boost yen

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management said a larger or out-of-cycle Bank of Japan rate hike can’t be ruled out, warning that an expected increase this month may not be enough to prevent further declines in the yen and Japanese government bonds.

Hot weather hurts Asian crops as powerful El Nino takes shape

Dry weather is disrupting crop planting across the world's most populous region, and an expected severe El Nino weather pattern could inflict more damage.

Tokyo stocks end at record highs on continued buying of tech issues

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks ended at record highs Wednesday as investors continued buying technology shares on expectations of robust demand driven

Portugal carries hot streak and baggage into Ronaldo’s sixth World Cup

The tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States is expected to be Ronaldo's record-breaking sixth World Cup, an astonishing feat for a 41-year-old.

Toilet-maker Toto hikes capital expenditures to meet AI demand for its ceramics

The company is capitalizing on an unexpected surge in demand from chip gear makers seeking ceramics able to withstand dirt particles, corrosive materials and high temperatures.

Global chip market projected to surge 89.9% to record $1.51 tril. in 2026

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The global semiconductor market is expected to surge 89.9 percent in 2026 from a year earlier to a record $1.51 trillion, driven by h

Japan unveils ¥3.1 trillion extra budget to cushion Mideast impact

While the government has yet to specify the usage of that fund, it is expected to be used initially to cap costs for gasoline.

Boston Consulting Group exec urges Japan to clarify purpose of investment

Reiko Akiike, co-chair of Boston Consulting Group Japan, says she has strong expectations for investment in areas including AI, semiconductors and quantum technology.

France eyes billions of investment in AI

Some 200 top executives from around the world are expected at Versailles palace west of Paris for President Emmanuel Macron's annual "Choose France" event.

Rush to buy air conditioners in Japan before pricier models hit next April

The new models are expected to be pricier to meet the updated energy standards set to kick in next April, with some manufacturers already phasing out their older models.

'Gyaru' and jazz: Tourists get lost in Osaka's unexpected charms

Typhoon Jangmi expected to bring heavy rain to western, eastern Japan

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Typhoon Jangmi is forecast to bring heavy rain to western and eastern Japan along the Pacific coast this week, the Japan Meteorologic

Japan, Philippines to discuss surface-to-ship missile exports

Type-88 surface-to-ship guided missiles of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force are expected to be up for consideration.

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes

(AP) -- Ukrainian drone strikes caused fires at more Russian oil facilities overnight into Saturday, Russian officials said, in what appeared to be th

Global temperatures expected to stay near record highs in next 5 yrs: WMO

GENEVA (Kyodo) -- Global average temperatures are expected to remain near record highs over the next five years, a U.N. weather agency said Thursday,

Death toll from U.S. chemical spill expected to hit 11

A huge tank holding a highly caustic substance imploded on Tuesday during an early morning shift change at a paper plant in Longview, Washington state.

Marcos Visit Signals Deeper Japan-Philippines Strategic Ties

President Marcos Jr.'s four-day Japan visit is expected to deepen security and economic cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific. The post Marcos Visit Signals Deeper Japan-Philippines Strategic Ties first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing

Ukrainian Ambassador to Turkey Nariman Dzhelialov suggests each NATO member contributes a small proportion of its budget.

SpaceX debut draws a crowd, but few recent hot IPOs outpace the market

The space exploration company is expected to target ​a $1.75 trillion valuation, but an analysis shows there is ​no guarantee investors ‌will make money.