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South Korea to consult Naver, after report firm faces Japan pressure to divest stake
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-consult-naver-after-report-firm-faces-japan-pressure-divest-stake-2024-04-27/
Quick Glance: South Korea to Consult Naver Amid Japan Pressure Concerns
- South Korea announced plans to consult with Naver following reports of the company facing pressure from Japan to divest stakes.
- The South Korean government emphasizes the need to prevent discriminatory measures against their companies and intends to engage with Japan on the issue.
- The report on Japanese pressure raised concerns in South Korea regarding potential political interference.
- LY Corp received administrative guidance on security governance after a data leak last year affecting over 300,000 personal records.
Rapidly Weakening Yen Threatens Higher Power Bills in Japan: The yen’s relentless decline risks pushing power prices higher for Japan’s households and businesses ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/rapidly-weakening-yen-threatens-higher-power-bills-in-japan
North Korea accuses US of politicizing human rights issues: North Korea accused the United States on Saturday of politicizing human rights in the East Asian ...
reuters.com/world/north-korea-accuses-us-politicizing-human-rights-issues-2024-04-27/
Quick Glance: North Korea accuses US of politicizing rights concerns
- North Korea accuses the United States of politically instrumentalizing human rights in the East Asian country, condemning it as political provocation and conspiracy.
- Pyongyang criticized Washington for using human rights as a means for invasions and hostile behavior towards North Korea, threatening decisive actions to safeguard its sovereignty and safety.
- An annual report by the US State Department this week highlighted 'significant human rights issues' in North Korea, including arbitrary killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and other cruel treatments by government authorities.
- Additionally, North Korea criticized the US for urging them to cease missile launches and emphasized the continuation of their space reconnaissance mission to enhance the country's security.
Newsroom welcomes the Secret Diary: Steve Braunias introduces his much-loved satirical Secret Diary series to Newsroom.
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/27/newsroom-welcomes-the-secret-diary/
‘I’m not here to make other women feel like shit’: Robyn Malcolm on acting, ageing and the power of art
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/27/robyn-malcolm-interview-after-the-party
Nomura profits surge as Japan’s stock market breaks bubble-era record: Investment bank and brokerage boosted by soaring stock and fixed-income trading
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Japan Tightens Export Controls on More Chip and Quantum Tech: Japan said it plans to expand restrictions on exports of four technologies related to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/japan-tightens-export-controls-on-more-chip-and-quantum-tech
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Yen drops to 156 level vs. dollar as BOJ keeps current easing policy - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240426/p2g/00m/0bu/046000c
BOJ keeps rates steady, projects inflation staying near 2% in coming years: The Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged on Friday and issued fresh estimates ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/boj-keeps-rates-steady-projects-inflation-staying-near-2-coming-years-2024-04-26/
Crusaders ruthlessly put down Rebels in Christchurch: Signs of life from the defending champions as they cruise to a 39-0 victory.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515312/crusaders-ruthlessly-put-down-rebels-in-christchurch
Japan bullet trains to offer luxe private rooms: NAGOYA, Japan -- Some of Japan's newest shinkansen bullet trains will be equipped with private rooms ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Japan-bullet-trains-to-offer-luxe-private-rooms
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Japan comes face to face with its own space junk: A Tokyo company's satellite encounters a big lump of space debris high above the Earth.
bbc.com/news/science-environment-68903801
Overrun Japanese town putting up eight-foot barrier to block tourist photos of Mount Fuji
cnn.com/travel/japan-mount-fuji-view-barrier-tourists-intl-hnk/
Quick Glance: Japanese Town Blocks View of Mt. Fuji Due to Overtourism
- Fujikawaguchiko, a Japanese resort town, is overwhelmed by tourists seeking views of Mount Fuji.
- Reports of tourists disregarding rules, leaving litter, and climbing roofs for better photos have led to the decision to install a barrier.
- A 8-foot high, 22-yard long mesh net will obstruct the mountain view to address the situation caused by disrespectful visitors.
- Japan is addressing overtourism issues by implementing measures to control unruly tourists and manage record-breaking visitor numbers.
In Pictures: Japan's special residence visas give foreign children 'new lives': TOKYO -- Jasmine, a high-school student born in Japan to African parents ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Japan-immigration/In-Pictures-Japan-s-special-residence-visas-give-foreign-children-new-lives
Nomura Q4 net profit jumps almost eight fold on retail income surge: Nomura Holdings , Japan's biggest brokerage and investment bank, reported on Friday a 670% ...
reuters.com/business/finance/nomura-q4-net-profit-jumps-almost-eight-fold-retail-income-surge-2024-04-26/
Can Japan's manga industry replicate Akira Toriyama's success?: TOKYO -- While the Japanese manga industry is increasingly catering to global and digital native ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Can-Japan-s-manga-industry-replicate-Akira-Toriyama-s-success2
Message-scraping, user-tracking service Spy Pet shut down by Discord: Bot-driven service was also connected to targeted harassment site Kiwi Farms.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/message-scraping-user-tracking-service-spy-pet-shut-down-by-discord/
The glitch in Japan's plans to bolster U.S. defence: As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to stepping ...
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Japan frets over relentless yen slide as BOJ keeps ultra-low rates: Japan is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen, finance minister Shunichi Suzuki ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/japan-is-concerned-about-weak-yens-negative-effects-finmin-says-2024-04-26/
Japan's Golden Week holidays begin amid post-COVID tourism boom, weak yen: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Golden Week holidays started Saturday ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Travel-Leisure/Japan-s-Golden-Week-holidays-begin-amid-post-COVID-tourism-boom-weak-yen
The glitch in Japan's plans to bolster U.S. defence: As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to stepping ...
reuters.com/world/glitch-japans-plans-bolster-us-defence-2024-04-26/
Yen inches closer to intervention point as BOJ meeting starts: For the first time in over 30 years, the yen weakened beyond ¥155 per dollar ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/25/markets/yen-falls-past-155/
Lending changes, investors still locked out: What is happening with the NZ housing market this week?
rnz.co.nz/news/on-the-inside/515316/lending-changes-investors-still-locked-out-what-is-happening-with-the-nz-housing-market-this-week
Japan launches $6bn-plus space fund to bolster private ventures: TOKYO -- Japan has launched a 1 trillion yen ($6.43 billion) fund for private space ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Science/Japan-launches-6bn-plus-space-fund-to-bolster-private-ventures
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Japanese Beer Makers Tap Interactive Experiences to Pique Interest of Young Generation
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/business/companies/20240426-182585/
Prime Minister jumps the gun in Thailand: The Prime Minister has committed to resuming direct flights to Thailand. But it's not a promise he will be able to ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/26/prime-minister-jumps-the-gun-in-thailand/
Paid articlePaid Tokyo inflation slows for 2nd straight month, falls under BOJ goal: TOKYO (Reuters) -- Core inflation in Japan's capital slowed for a second month in April ...
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Tokyo-inflation-slows-for-2nd-straight-month-falls-under-BOJ-goal
Hospitals asked to save total of $105m by July: New Zealand's public hospitals have been given the target to save a total of $105 million by July this year ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/hospitals-asked-save-total-105m-july
More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2g/00m/0li/043000c
Japanese company starts project to restore Nakagin Capsules to capsule hotel: Some famous Japanese architectural structures are getting a new chance to live on ...
japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/japanese-company-starts-project-to-restore-nakagin-capsules-to-capsule-hotel
Hospitals asked to make more than $80m in savings by July, RNZ understands: The central health agency is asking hospitals to save more than $80m by July as part ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515274/hospitals-asked-to-make-more-than-80m-in-savings-by-july-rnz-understands
Labour has forgotten it was in government: Labour in opposition will be shocked to learn which party had six years in power but squandered any chance to make ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/24-04-2024/labour-has-forgotten-it-was-in-government
Clinical New Zealand outlast Pakistan to win 4th T20I - News | Khaleej Times: The defeats are a jolt to a full-strength Pakistan side in their preparations for ...
khaleejtimes.com/sports/cricket/clinical-new-zealand-outlast-pakistan-to-win-4th-t20i
Japan's Princess Kako to visit Greece to mark 125 yrs of ties - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Princess Kako, a niece of Emperor Naruhito ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240426/p2g/00m/0na/057000c
New Zealanders over 65 staying in paid work longer to 'transition into retirement'
rnz.co.nz/news/business/515248/new-zealanders-over-65-staying-in-paid-work-longer-to-transition-into-retirement
Young Fans Break Down In Tears As New Zealand 'B' Team Embarrass Pakistan Again | Cricket News
sports.ndtv.com/cricket/young-fans-break-down-in-tears-as-new-zealand-b-team-embarrass-pakistan-again-5526429
Yen's decline will inevitably affect confidence in Japan's economy: William Pesek is an award-winning Tokyo-based journalist and author of "Japanization: ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Yen-s-decline-will-inevitably-affect-confidence-in-Japan-s-economy
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In Tokyo, a spacious home with an 18m-long swimming pool in the basement: Luxuries in this Tokyo house designed by Japanese firm SAAD include abundant space ...
cnaluxury.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/luxury-home-tours-tokyo-japan-saad-architect-244521
Japan March duty-free sales at department stores surge to record high - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2g/00m/0bu/045000c
A love for Clydesdales - 'they just become your mates': Steve Muggeridge's beloved Clydesdales have returned to Taranaki. From his father's stud at the base of ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/countrylife/audio/2018935887/a-love-for-clydesdales-they-just-become-your-mates
Japan’s Rhythmic Gymnastics Team Adorned in Ukiyo-e; New Costumes Feature Hokusai’s Famous Wave
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/sports/other-sports/20240425-182485/
Japanese city loses residents’ personal data, which was on paper being transported on a windy day
japantoday.com/category/national/japanese-city-loses-residents%E28099-personal-data-which-was-on-paper-being-transported-on-a-windy-day
Auckland property investment scammer will be deported back to China: A man who was jailed after concocting an elaborate $6 million property scam to defraud ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland-property-investment-scammer-will-be-deported-back-to-china/SYYIB5SMSFEDZHL5KAGAA74JAM/
Wisteria festival: Visitors admire blooming wisterias at Kameido Tenjin shrine in Tokyo during the annual wisteria festival on Friday ...
japantoday.com/category/picture-of-the-day/wisteria-festival-1
New Zealand trampoline couple fall head over heels before Paris: For New Zealand's trampoline gymnastics team, the Paris Olympics will be a labour of love.
reuters.com/sports/new-zealand-trampoline-couple-fall-head-over-heels-before-paris-2024-04-25/
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Finding the right fit
asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Editor-in-Chief-s-Picks/Letter-from-Nikkei-Asia-s-editor-Finding-the-right-fit
Kiwi ingenuity shines as NZDF gets creative for Gallipoli Anzac Day ceremony: Described as a "fantastic representation", the NZDF contingent made do with a ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515227/kiwi-ingenuity-shines-as-nzdf-gets-creative-for-gallipoli-anzac-day-ceremony
After spending $2m on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costs: A government office that spent millions on lapel pins for pandemic workers is now ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515217/after-spending-2m-on-pins-for-covid-19-workers-department-now-cutting-costs
Pursuing Rapprochement Between China, Japan, and South Korea: Restarting the trilateral could be a remedy for the growing geopolitical rift and help ensure ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/pursuing-rapprochement-between-china-japan-and-south-korea/
New private rooms on Tokaido Shinkansen change the way we travel from Tokyo to Kyoto
japantoday.com/category/features/travel/new-private-rooms-on-tokaido-shinkansen-change-the-way-we-travel-from-tokyo-to-kyoto
Fashion Designer Yumi Katsura Gets Rosy in Tokyo Show; Leading Japanese Bridal Fashion for Nearly 60 Years
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/culture/fashion/20240427-182466/
Cyber skills programme for tamariki recognised at Māori Language Awards: A lot of young people are always online and it's hoped the programme will help them to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/515313/cyber-skills-programme-for-tamariki-recognised-at-maori-language-awards
Bitcoin price remains stable after halving: The much-awaited halving had little impact on the price of the world's biggest cryptocurrency.
rnz.co.nz/news/business/515264/bitcoin-price-remains-stable-after-halving
Much of NZ 'dotted' with little-known volcanoes, scientist reveals: Saturday Morning - Many people do not know Northland was built on a volcanic field ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515340/much-of-nz-dotted-with-little-known-volcanoes-scientist-reveals
Tepid economic data weighs on equities; yen sinks to fresh lows: Stocks snapped a three-day winning streak on Thursday as disappointing forecasts from Facebook ...
reuters.com/markets/global-markets-wrapup-1-2024-04-25/
Wendy’s releases Pretzel Roast Beef Burger aimed at foreign tourists in Japan: Wendy’s has released a limited-edition burger with a Western bent in Japan ...
japantoday.com/category/features/food/wendy%E28099s-releases-a-pretzel-roast-beef-burger-aimed-at-foreign-tourists-in-japan
The outlook for engineering specialists looks bleak: Opinion: Though the Government has expressed a great ambition for infrastructure delivery ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/26/the-outlook-for-engineering-specialists-looks-bleak/
Waseda University’s Rugby Club Kicks Off New Era with 1st Women’s Team; Head Coach Former Member of Japan’s Rugby Sevens Team
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/sports/rugby/20240426-182357/
The island where people's stories are paramount: Five media outlets for fewer than a thousand people. Find out about the outer Hauraki Golf island where ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/27/the-island-where-peoples-stories-are-paramount/
More spending cuts needed to stablise government finances - economist: The government can't just rely on axing public sector jobs and has to do more to cut ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515232/more-spending-cuts-needed-to-stablise-government-finances-economist
Japan’s Nikkei Rallies as BOJ Maintains Dovish Stance (Update 1)
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/reuters/20240426-182573/
The yen has a yield problem the BOJ can't easily fix: As the yen plumbs three-decade lows and pressure grows on Japan to intervene or make monetary policy ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/yen-has-yield-problem-boj-cant-easily-fix-2024-04-25/
Quick Glance: Market Volatility in Asia: Impact of Meta's Losses
- The depreciation of Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar and potential actions by monetary authorities are at the forefront of Asian markets.
- Post-market gains from U.S. tech giant Meta could impact Asian markets as shares dropped by 10% after trading hours.
- Concerns surrounding currencies are escalating as the dollar breached 155.00 yen on Wednesday without any indication of intervention from Japanese authorities. Will Tokyo take action?
- Given the current environment that led to a rare joint statement on exchange rates from the United States, Japan, and South Korea this month, no possibilities can be ruled out.
All power to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s elbow - Matthew Hooton: OPINION Christopher Luxon ’s brutal despatch of Broadcasting Minister Melissa Lee and ...
nzherald.co.nz/business/all-power-to-prime-minister-christopher-luxons-elbow-matthew-hooton/N2VNZQ4J6ZCK3K7LAGV4WIKOJM/
NZ driver Scott McLaughlin responds to disqualification: New Zealand driver Scott McLaughlin has responded to his disqualification from last month's season ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515237/nz-driver-scott-mclaughlin-responds-to-disqualification
Magnitude 4.7 earthquake recorded south of Waverley, Taranaki: A magnitude 4.7 earthquake south of the Taranaki town of Waverley and may have been felt across ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/magnitude-47-earthquake-recorded-south-of-waverley-taranaki/TVEAWZ73RVC7RNTBGNNZ4VW6YU/
Black Caps beat Pakistan, take 2-1 series lead: The Black Caps have scored a four run win over Pakistan in the fourth T20 cricket international in Lahore.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515230/black-caps-beat-pakistan-take-2-1-series-lead
Inside Norsewear’s rural factory keeping a village afloat, one pair of socks at a time
nzherald.co.nz/nz/great-kiwi-yarn-inside-the-rural-factory-keeping-a-village-afloat-one-pair-of-socks-at-a-time/BVW2GYYMSFGXTFDU2BBPGY4VUU/
Book of the Week: Talia Marshall on living legend Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku: Talia Marshall reviews one of the year's best and most important books ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/25/book-of-the-week-talia-marshall-on-living-legend-ngahuia-te-awekotuku/
Rainbow Storytime nationwide tour cancelled after threats of violence: Last month, protests by Destiny Church forced the cancellation of their Rainbow Storytime ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515243/rainbow-storytime-nationwide-tour-cancelled-after-threats-of-violence
Surfer Moore braced for Teahupo'o swansong: Olympic champion Carissa Moore hopes Teahupo'o, the infamous Tahitian break where this year's Paris Games will hold ...
reuters.com/sports/surfer-moore-braced-teahupoo-swansong-2024-04-25/
Rugby: Head coach Jones lauds Tanaka's role in changing Japan's game - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240426/p2g/00m/0sp/004000c
Oranga Tamariki plan to cut Māori specialist roles causes concern on impacts: The agency is proposing to scrap 21 Māori specialist roles as part of a wider ...
rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/515271/oranga-tamariki-plan-to-cut-maori-specialist-roles-causes-concern-on-impacts
Does fighting inflation always lead to recession? What NZ data tells: Here is what 60 years of New Zealand data shows us.
rnz.co.nz/news/business/515288/does-fighting-inflation-always-lead-to-recession-what-nz-data-tells
Dave O’Sullivan, a legend of NZ horse racing, dies aged 90: Dave O’Sullivan, one of the legends of New Zealand horse racing who beat the best in the world ...
nzherald.co.nz/sport/dave-osullivan-a-legend-of-nz-horse-racing-dies-aged-90/KB74WSLTBZDX3AA24MZUIQLHME/
Yen briefly surges vs. dollar from upper 156 to upper 154 range - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The yen briefly surged to the upper 154 range against the U.S ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240426/p2g/00m/0bu/067000c
Anzac Day 2024: Whangamatā senior serviceman gives stirring speech: Whangamatā 's Anzac Day flag-raising service was “poignant”, said a senior serviceman ...
nzherald.co.nz/waikato-news/news/anzac-day-2024-whangamata-senior-serviceman-gives-stirring-speech/VVUN6IWCPZHONMBEYGRNRVS2R4/
Defence Force crisis: Briefings say Navy ‘extremely fragile’ as three ships remain in care of civilians
nzherald.co.nz/nz/defence-force-crisis-briefings-say-navy-extremely-fragile-as-three-ships-remain-in-care-of-civilians/62RSDDCNZVCM5FMPP3SCND76CA/
A guide to Wellington’s best BYO restaurants: Wondering where to host your next BYO in the capital? Whether it's a small gathering or a massive party ...
thespinoff.co.nz/wellington/26-04-2024/a-guide-to-wellingtons-best-byo-restaurants
New workers name Shohei Ohtani as 'dream boss' for two years running: Announcer Asami Miura and 16th-century warlord Oda Nobunaga also featured in a survey on ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/24/japan/society/shohei-ohtani-dream-boss-new-employees/
The flight attendant who became CEO hopes more women will make it to the top: Mitsuko Tottori admits Japan has much more to do to get people like her into the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/business/japan-airlines-first-female-ceo-interview-intl-hnk/
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