Japan’s humble onigiri takes over lunchtimes around the world
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PSG's Enrique would take pay cut to avoid media
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Japan's soon-to-be prime minister faces big challenge as he tries to move past ruling party scandals
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Watch live: Israel’s Netanyahu addresses UN General Assembly amid rising tensions in the Middle East
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Japan’s humble onigiri takes over lunchtimes around the world
For decades nori-wrapped rice dish was mainly a snack eaten at home or in a bento, but now it has come into its own. It is barely 10am and the queue outside Onigiri Bongo already stretches around ...4 hours ago - Japan -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Japan Gets a New Leader Who Wants to Remake the U.S. Military Alliance
Newly elected Shigeru Ishiba wants to reshape what he sees as an unequal partnership with the U.S., presaging possible tensions with Washington.4 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Ask Shrimsley: Am I a bad person for taking freebies?
There are reasons to complain about the prime minister accepting gifts. The one thing it’s not is detached from normal people — most would do exactly the same5 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Shigeru Ishiba to Be Next Prime Minister of Japan
Shigeru Ishiba, a former defense minister known for his plainspoken opinions, will replace Fumio Kishida next week.5 hours ago - Japan -
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Stevie Nicks releases song inspired by fight for abortion rights: ‘Don’t let them take your power’
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Experience: My dog is the ‘ugliest in the world’
Wild Thang had a huge audience because he’d been going to the competition for five years. People were screaming and going wild. He was kind of the underdog. I have been a heritage breeder and ...6 hours ago -
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Former defense minister set to lead Japan amid efforts to counter China's growing power
Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan’s new prime minister after the governing Liberal Democratic Party elected him as its new leader on Friday.6 hours ago - China -
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Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan's next prime minister after winning ruling party leadership election
Ishiba defeated economic security minister Sanae Takaichi in a runoff, after the two won the most votes in the first round in a crowded field of nine candidates.7 hours ago -
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Japan’s ruling party picks former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba as leader. He will become prime minister next week
Japan’s ruling party picks former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba as leader. He will become prime minister next week7 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Japan’s ruling party picks Shigeru Ishiba to become next PM
Former defence chief elected leader of Liberal Democrats and vows to end ‘widespread distrust’ in party. Shigeru Ishiba, a veteran moderate, will next week be installed as Japan’s prime minister ...7 hours ago - Japan -
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Draper through to Japan Open quarter-finals
Jack Draper progresses in Tokyo with straightforward victory over Poland's Hubert Hurkacz in Tokyo.9 hours ago - Japan -
The New York Times - World
Netanyahu Defiant as World Leaders Press for Israeli-Hezbollah Truce
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel vowed to keep striking the Lebanese militants, who began launching rockets across the border almost a year ago in support of their Hamas allies in Gaza.14 hours ago - Israel -
The Guardian - World
I loved pygmy hippos long before the world fell for Moo Deng | Natasha May
They’ve been my favourite since doing work experience at Sydney’s Taronga zoo. I hope the viral moment sweeping the globe turns into an enduring devotion like mine. Get our breaking news email , ...14 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Highest earners in UK public service take biggest hit to pay
Doctors, teachers and police have slipped down the earnings distribution since 200716 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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NYC mayor charged with taking bribes and illegal campaign funds
Eric Adams is accused of illegally accepting foreign campaign donations and $100,000 in luxury travel benefits from Turkish nationals.17 hours ago -
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Deebo Samuel injury update: 49ers star WR returns to practice, takes positive step toward suiting up in Week 4
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Meet Pesto the baby penguin, the "chonky king" of Australia taking the internet by storm
Pesto the baby penguin is cute, fluffy, and as Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium describes him, a "chonky king." At just 9 months old, he weighs more than both his parents at a whopping 52 pounds.17 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Japan’s prime minister race goes down to wire
Three frontrunners end campaign neck-and-neck in Liberal Democratic party battle to succeed Fumio Kishida17 hours ago - Japan -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Greatest City in the World, Some Really Lousy Mayors
You have to go way back to the days of the secular saint Fiorello La Guardia to come up with a New York mayor unencumbered by significant baggage.18 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Zion Williamson shares mindset for 2024-25 NBA season: 'It's time to take every game personal'
The Pelicans star says he's out for 'straight vengeance' in the 2024-25 season19 hours ago - NBA -
The Guardian - World
Muriel Furrer sustains serious head injury at Road World Championships
Swiss rider airlifted to hospital after fall in road race ‘Extremely concerned by the situation,’ says UCI The Swiss rider Muriel Furrer sustained a serious head injury after she fell heavily ...20 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
World's First 3-D-Printed Hotel Rising in Texas
Just outside the cultural hub of Marfa, El Cosmico's curvy forms are growing layer by layer.21 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
New Humble TTRPG Book Bundle Includes Over 30 Dungeons & Dragons 5E Adventures
Humble has launched a new Dungeons & Dragons 5E Adventures bundle that will add dozens of new campaign modules and gameplay materials published by Goodman Games to your D&D library. The full ...21 hours ago -
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6 decades, 4 World Series titles, 1 final farewell to Oakland
The Oakland Coliseum played host to 57 MLB seasons, four World Series champions and countless baseball memories.Yesterday -
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Disney World closes some experiences as Florida braces for Hurricane Helene
Walt Disney World Resort announced it is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Helene and cancelled some experiences.Yesterday - Florida