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Divesting shares: does it work?
Offloading shares for moral reasons needs to be part of an overarching strategyFinancial Times - World -
China must learn from Japan’s ‘lost decades’
The consequences of the world’s second-largest economy being sucked into a deflationary spiral would be severeFinancial Times - World - China -
Japan paves way for joint child custody in divorce
The amendment by parliament is the first change to the country's parental custody law in nearly 80 years.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
How a trip to Japan widened Benjamin Britten’s horizons
Aldeburgh Festival is staging the composer’s ‘Curlew River’ together with the Noh theatre play that inspired it in 1956Financial Times - World - Japan -
Carlyle bids for Christmas in Japan with KFC offer
Private equity group moves to buy Japanese operations of fried chicken chainFinancial Times - World - Japan -
UK working on rules for training of AI models with creative work
Culture secretary Lucy Frazer says focus will be on transparency after media and arts executives voiced concernFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
'Pilobus' Review: A Graceful Body of Work
The experimental dance troupe focused on athletic, gymnastic forms to create startling displays of what the human body can do.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The case for having more fun at work
There are serious reasons for having a laugh on the jobFinancial Times - Business -
Time to get Europe back to work
Policymakers should review tax and welfare policies that disincentivise labourFinancial Times - World -
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Japan's Beef With a Weak Yen: The Best Wagyu Is Just for the Tourists
The nation’s pride takes a hit as dollar-wielding visitors enjoy pleasures few locals can afford.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Assassin's Creed director: The right time to take series to Japan
Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is a long-awaited pivot for the franchise into the country’s feudal 16th Century.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Japan's 10-Year Government Bond Yield Hits 11-Year High
The 10-year Japanese government bond yield climbed to an 11-year high, driven by growing market expectations that the Bank of Japan will take additional steps to tighten policy in the coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
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Meet the Marine Biologist Who Works for a Hotel Chain
Megan Morikawa of the Iberostar Group is applying science — and scale — to eliminate food waste, save coral and collaborate across the travel industry to cut carbon.The New York Times - Science -
We're Spending Billions on This Work-From-Home Indulgence
Without the boss nearby, who can resist placing that Amazon order?The Wall Street Journal - World -
Fewer meetings, more memos: the future of asynchronous work
Ditching regular hours means companies must think of new ways for colleagues to collaborateFinancial Times - Business -
The U.S. Finally Has a Strategy to Compete With China. Will It Work?
The strategy, which took seven years to come together, is a three-legged stool consisting of tariffs, security restrictions and tech subsidies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why Lenny Kravitz Works Out in Leather Pants
The musician talks about growing his own food, getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and making his new album, “Blue Electric Light.”The Wall Street Journal - World -
Billionaire McCourt Seeks to Buy TikTok For 'The People.' Could that Ever Work?
Former L.A. Dodgers owner Frank McCourt is pulling together a deal to buy the controversial social media app. He says it's the "people's bid," and it won't include the app's all-important algorithm.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
U.S. military completes work on pier to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza
The U.S. military has finished work on a pier to create a new gateway for ships to deliver humanitarian to Gaza. It's expected to be operational soon.CBS News - World -
Israel Resists Grand Bargain as U.S. and Saudis Work on Security Pact
President Biden is pushing for a broad deal that would get Israel to approve a Palestinian nation in return for Saudi recognition of Israel. But officials need to overcome Israeli opposition.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Mythology, heritage, identity: student work at New York’s International Center of Photography
These images highlighting themes of climate resilience, personal trauma and identity are part of an exhibition of the work of students from more than 25 different countries. The annual student showcase will be on view for at the International ...The Guardian - World - New York -
‘It was smart to marry the competition’: meet the ‘power couples’ who work together
Meet four couples who are married to each other – and the job. Yes, it can get shouty, but knowing your partner so well brings unexpected benefits, both to the working relationship and to time at home. Chris Cartlidge and Lucy Khan Continue ...The Guardian - World -
6 Strategies for Applying Work Hours to Your Own Priorities
Trying to satisfy and help everyone at work often leads to stress and poor performance.Inc. - Business -
Dali, Cargo Ship That Crashed Into Baltimore Bridge, Heads Back to Port
The Dali, which had been pinned under wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge since late March, was refloated early Monday and returned to a berth in Baltimore.The New York Times - Top stories -
Steve Jobs' former intern reflects on working for the tech mogul: 'I worked 20 yards away from him every day'
Steve Jobs' former intern is now a tech CEO who sold his company to Google. He attributes much of his success to his time working at NeXT.CNBC - Business -
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As Japan's yakuza weakens, police focus shifts to unorganized crime hired via social media
Police in Japan who were busy tracking thousands of yakuza members just a few years ago have set their eyes on a new threat: unorganized and loosely connected groups they believe are behind a series of crimes once dominated by yakuzaABC News - World -
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Japan Government Bond Yields Climb on Expectations BOJ Could Reduce Bond Purchases
Japanese government bond yields rose on expectations the Bank of Japan could lower its bond buying in the coming months to support the weakening yen, Deutsche Bank Research said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
We can't have nice things! Japan imposes new rules to climb Mt. Fuji to fight overtourism, littering
Those who want to climb one of the most popular trails of the iconic Japanese Mount Fuji will now have to reserve ahead and pay a fee as the picturesque stratovolcano struggles with overtourism, littering and those who attempt rushed “bullet ...ABC News - World -
Psychologist Adam Grant Says Your Overall Success at Work Comes Down to 3 Familiar Words
The always-brilliant Adam Grant offers a different spin on success and work-life balance.Inc. - Business -
Don’t tell Harrison Butker working women helped him win three Super Bowls | Melissa Jacobs
The Chiefs kicker thinks women are best advised to stay at home. He won’t be happy that female employees have become a crucial part of the NFL. There is Kirsten Krug, the Kansas City Chiefs’ executive vice-president of administration. She oversees ...The Guardian - World - NFL -
The NBA Loser Lineup: Donovan Mitchell, Cavs did great fantasy work this season — but things will change in 2024-25
Basketball analyst Dan Titus breaks down what the teams and stars who were booted from the NBA Playoffs must do to remain in good fantasy standing next season.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
Wirestock lets photographers and artists get paid when AI companies train on their work
Some 300,000 people have already been paid through AI data set licensing deals, according to Wirestock's CEO.VentureBeat - Tech -
How Google’s AI Overviews Work, and How to Turn Them Off (You Can’t)
Google’s new Gemini-powered search experience is rolling out to users in the US. Here’s some advice on how to navigate it. And if you want to turn AI Overviews off, too bad.Wired - Tech - Google -
Campus protests have called for schools to divest from Israel. Here's how that would actually work
Protesters on campuses nationwide have called on universities to divest from Israel due to the war in Gaza. Here's how divestment would actually work.CNBC - Business - Israel -
Patriots' Jacoby Brissett embracing mentor role in second stint with team, 'excited to work with' Drake Maye
Brissett could begin the year as QB1, but it won't stop him from helping out the rookieCBS Sports - Sports -
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell working from home after positive COVID-19 test
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing symptomsABC News - Top stories - Federal Reserve