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Traveling to Japan? Here Are 8 Useful Apps for Getting Around

Whether you plan to enjoy the nightlife in Tokyo, eat everything in Osaka, or explore the rural countryside, these apps will help you travel more easily in Japan.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

US flies long-range bomber in drill with South Korea, Japan

South Korea says the U.S. has flown a long-range bomber in a trilateral drill with South Korea and Japan in response to North Korea’s recent test-firing of a new intercontinental ballistic missile ...

World - ABC News - November 3

‘We’re a Fortress Now’: The Militarization of US Elections Is Here

From bulletproof glass, drones, and snipers to boulders blocking election offices, the US democratic system is bracing for violent attacks in 2024.

Tech - Wired - October 30

Japan's prime minister vows military buildup and deeper ties with the US as regional tension rises

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has renewed a pledge to build up his country’s military and deepen its alliance with the United States under President-elect Donald Trump

World - ABC News - November 9

Here's how the winner of the 2024 US presidential election did it | Jonathan Freedland

We don’t yet know whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will prevail in Tuesday’s contest – but when we do, it won’t feel hard to explain. Here’s one prediction about the US election you can take ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

All you need to know about election night

After a super-close race, here is what we might - and might not - learn overnight.

Our brains are vector databases — here’s why that’s helpful when using AI

Parallels between our brains and vector databases go deeper than retrieval. Both excel at compression, organizing and identifying patterns.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 16

Here are the benefits all US presidents get when they retire

When a president leaves office, the checks and other benefits continue. Here’s a look at some of those perks, and how they came about.

Politics - The Hill - November 19

Japan’s unfortunate political limbo

Prime minister Shigeru Ishiba’s decision to call a snap election backfired

World - Financial Times - October 30

Japan Launches Wooden Satellite

World - Yahoo News - November 5

Concerned about your data use? Here is the carbon footprint of an average day of emails, WhatsApps and more

Vast datacentres are being built worldwide, amid growing concerns about the environmental costs. So should we all be considering a data diet – if not complete digital sobriety?. Nearly 20 years ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Texas hospitals must now ask patients whether they're in the US legally

Texas hospital patients will be asked if they’re in the U.S. legally starting Friday

Health - ABC News - November 1

Gabriela is an undecided US voter. Here's the very different content TikTok and X showed her

How is the battle for votes unfolding over different social media feeds this US election?

Here is what my final polling data says about the US presidential election | John Zogby

The race is still on the tightest of margins, yet our data also shows some odd and surprising demographic trends. US election 2024 – latest updates US election results 2024: live map and ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

US Airlines Have New Rules on Refunds for Canceled Flights. Here’s What to Know

The way airlines refund or compensate you for flight delays and cancellations has changed. So have policies on misplaced luggage and fees for in-flight Wi-Fi that doesn't work.

Tech - Wired - November 8

VIX signals stock rally ‘healthy’ for now. Here’s how to use it to spot a bubble.

The recent surge in stocks on the U.S. election has so far coincided with a drop in Wall Street’s fear gauge, as investors watch market volatility for signs as to whether the rally will hold up.

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

We’ll need to fight to protect US reproductive rights. Here’s what to expect | Sophie Brickman

Will there be a national abortion ban? A ban on mailed abortion medication? I talked to some experts. At around 10pm ET on election night, with prediction needles listing rightwards, and various ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

A tough week for stocks may soon force us to act. Here's where we would look to buy first

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Business - CNBC - November 15

Most employees don't leverage this 'triple-tax-free' account, advisor says. Here's how to use it

Most employees don't leverage the long-term tax benefits from their health savings account. Here's how to get triple-tax savings.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

When should you use home equity for debt consolidation? Here's what experts suggest.

Home equity can be a handy debt consolidation tool, but using it for this purpose also comes with some risks.

Archer Aviation Brings Electric Air Taxis to Japan in Deal with Japan Airlines

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party Is Faltering

The Liberal Democrats, long the guiding force for Japan, are in disarray just when their country needs them the most.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Japan is having a moment but will it survive Trump?

Some believe the country’s economy could benefit from the result of the US election

World - Financial Times - November 8

Japan on cusp of energy storage boom

Demand for residential batteries set to surge

World - Financial Times - November 11

Japan government to approve $140bn stimulus

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

Mike Evans injury update: Here's how much Buccaneers expect to use star WR in his Week 12 return vs. Giants

Evans has been out with a hamstring injury since Week 7

Sports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago

The World Series Was Big in Japan. The TV Ratings Prove It.

Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers’ superstar, drove massive interest for the World Series in Japan, where more than 15 million people watched each of the first two games.

World - The New York Times - October 31

How Japan's youngest CEO transformed Hello Kitty

As the cute character celebrates her 50th anniversary, the firm behind it is now a trillion yen business.

Japan's Prime Minister Skillfully Managed Trump

Shinzo Abe, then the prime minister of Japan, succeeded in making friends with Mr. Trump through golf, entertainment and appealing to his vanity.

World - The New York Times - November 7

Revisiting Eikoh Hosoe’s Otherworldly Images of Postwar Japan

Working with a group of talented collaborators, Eikoh Hosoe redefined what it meant to be a photographer.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Japan's Ishiba stays as PM despite election setback

He will now navigate hostilities within his party, economic woes and a period of flux in international relations.

Japan promises further aid package for Ukraine

World - Yahoo News - November 16

U.S. to face Japan, Australia in SheBelieves Cup

The United States women's national team will host Japan, Australia and Colombia in the 2025 SheBelieves Cup, the U.S. Soccer Federation said.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Japan urgently needs to plug its CFO deficit

Investors expect to deal with people fluent in shareholder-focused language

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Furbank and Curry return for England against Japan

Tom Curry and Sam Underhill – nicknamed the "Kamikaze Kids" by Eddie Jones – will start together in the back row for England against Jones’ Japan on Sunday.

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