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Japan Tobacco reshapes supply chains to protect Russia business
Cigarette maker’s chief says its four factories and 4,000 workers in the country are operating as usualFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Japan Tobacco reshapes supply chains to protect Russia business
Cigarette maker’s chief says its four factories and 4,000 workers in the country are operating as usualFinancial Times - Business - Japan -
Akiya houses: why Japan has nine million empty homes
New figures show nearly 14% of all houses in Japan are empty – but this real estate glut is attracting growing interest from foreigners. As the declining population continues to impact Japan’s society and economy, the number of vacant houses has ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
The vast new whaling ‘mother ship’ that Japan hopes will revive a shrinking industry
A new $47m vessel is preparing for its maiden voyage in coastal waters, but there are fears the Kangei Maru could one day mean a return to hunting in the Southern Ocean. The dish of the day has the appearance and consistency of steak. But the item ...The Guardian - World -
Australian PM Albanese vows new funding to help women escape domestic violence after homicides rise
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new funding to help women escape domestic violence and a crackdown on misogynistic online content in reaction to an uptick in homicides committed by current and former male partners that he ...ABC News - World -
Scotland’s SNP government wins no confidence vote called by Labour – as it happened
Scottish government wins vote by 70 votes to 58, with no abstentions after debate where Humza Yousaf defended government’s record. Labour has accused Kemi Badenoch, the business secretary, of championing single-sex spaces as part of a “culture ...The Guardian - World -
Developed countries accused of bowing to lobbyists at plastic pollution talks
Campaigners say last-minute compromise plays into the hands of petrostates and industry influences. Campaigners are blaming developed countries for capitulating at the last minute to pressure from fossil fuel and industry lobbyists, and slowing ...The Guardian - World -
The world's happiest countries are targeting net-negative emissions — despite a growing 'greenlash'
Finland and Denmark are both targeting "net-negative emissions" in the years to come — despite an intensifying green political backlash.CNBC - Business -
U.S. Lags Behind Other Countries in Hepatitis-C Cures
Despite an arsenal of drugs, many Americans are still unaware of their infections until it’s too late. A Biden initiative languishes without Congressional approval.The New York Times - Business -
‘Big Bang’ EU countries risk losing competitive edge
Ten countries need new impetus after reaping early benefits of enlargement waveFinancial Times - Business - European Union -
Inside the tiny N.J. suburb with the fastest-growing Asian population in the country
BELLE MEAD, N.J. — A few minutes outside of Princeton, New Jersey, residents of the local community coordinate through social media platforms WhatsApp and WeChat on things like replacing a roof, planting flowers or throwing block parties.NBC News - Top stories -
‘Big Bang’ EU countries risk losing competitive edge
Ten countries need new impetus after reaping early benefits of enlargement waveFinancial Times - World - European Union -
U.S. Lags Behind Other Countries in Hepatitis-C Cures
Despite an arsenal of drugs, many Americans are still unaware of their infections until it’s too late. A Biden initiative languishes without Congressional approval.The New York Times - Health -
Drew Barrymore urged VP Kamala Harris to be 'Mamala of the country.' The internet recoiled
Drew Barrymore faces waves of backlash on social media for pleading to Vice President Kamala Harris that she become the 'Mamala of the country.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Activists march for immigrant rights in Wisconsin: ‘We’re making this country strong’
Focus of rally went beyond immigration, to fear of authoritarianism, as Trump held campaign event nearby. Led by a mariachi band, hundreds of demonstrators on Wednesday morning marched across Milwaukee to Fiserv Forum – the home of the Milwaukee ...The Guardian - World -
To fend off tourists, a town in Japan is building a big screen blocking the view of Mount Fuji
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G7 nations commit to phasing out coal by 2035 but give Japan some flexibility
Energy and environment ministers of the Group of Seven leading industrialized nations have committed to phase out coal power by 2035ABC News - World -
To fend off tourists, a town in Japan is building a big screen blocking the view of Mount Fuji
A town in Japan is building a large black screen to block the view of the country’s iconic Mount Fuji, in an effort to fend off misbehaving foreign tourists.NBC News - Top stories -
Japan's Kishida will stress rules-based global order, support for emerging nations at OECD meeting
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says he will stress the need for a rules-based international order when he attends a meeting of the Organizations for Economic Cooperation and Development in ParisABC News - World -
Japan's Kishida will stress rules-based global order, support for emerging nations at OECD meeting
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European carmakers struggle with falling demand
Industry faces headwinds including price wars and higher interest rates that have put off consumersFinancial Times - Business - Europe -
Stellantis Sales Fall Short of Expectations
Stellantis backed its full-year guidance despite revenue falling in the first quarter on lower sales volumes in North America as it prepares production for new models.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Natural Gas Falls on Weak Demand
U.S. natural gas futures settled lower with soft demand and the hefty storage overhang weighing on the market despite lower U.S. production.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Haiti's transitional council names ex-Sports Minister Fritz Belizaire as country's new prime minister
Haiti's transitional council names ex-Sports Minister Fritz Belizaire as country's new prime ministerABC News - World -
New York City mayor: ‘It’s despicable’ schools would allow another country’s flag to fly in America
New York City major Eric Adams said it was “despicable” that U.S. schools would allow another country’s flag to fly on their campuses while defending the New York Police Department (NYPD) after hundreds of officers in riot gear broke up ...The Hill - Politics - New York -
If history is any indication, the economic impact of campus protests could be felt at colleges across the U.S.
In the 1960s, some policy makers reacted to protests by curtailing funding for colleges. Today, lawmakers are threatening to do the same.MarketWatch - Business -
Don't hold out for rate cuts
Presented by BP — The Fed may not cut until November. {beacon} View Online Business & Economy Business & Economy PRESENTED BY The Big Story High interest rates aren't going anywhere The central bank doesn't expect to cut rates anytime soon as ...The Hill - Politics -
Starbucks Shares Plunge After Sales, Earnings Miss
Speeding up service and introducing new beverages are part of efforts to win back customers, executives say.The Wall Street Journal - World -
AMD boosts its outlook for AI revenue, but stock still falls
AMD lifted its outlook for its MI300 AI accelerator product, which is now expected to drive upwards of $4 billion in revenue this year.MarketWatch - Business -
Nadal falls to Lehecka in final Madrid Open match
Rafael Nadal says it has been an "emotional week" after he played his final match at the Madrid Open.BBC News - Top stories - US Open -
Nadal falls to Lehecka in final Madrid Open match
Rafael Nadal says it has been an "emotional week" after he played his final match at the Madrid Open.Yahoo Sports - Sports - US Open -
Metals Fall Ahead of Fed Policy Decision
Metal prices traded lower, with gold falling back below $2,300, as traders further temper expectations on the timing of U.S. interest-rate cuts this year.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Warner Bros. Discovery stock falls to all-time low
Shares in Warner Bros. Discovery plummeted to an all-time low Tuesday, as the company fights to retain broadcasting rights to the NBA and shore up Wall Street's confidence in its financial future. The company's stock was trading at less than $8 ...The Hill - Politics -
Treasury Yields Fall Slightly After Fed Decision
The U.S. central bank confirmed expectations by holding interest rates unchanged.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
NAB's Profit Falls; Increases Share Buyback
Australia’s second-largest lender by market capitalization reported a 12% decline in half-year net profit and announced it will increase its share buyback by $980 million.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Will Hamas Say No?
We explain why a cease-fire hasn’t happened.The New York Times - Top stories -
Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.The New York Times - Top stories -
German unemployed rate remains at 6% in April
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Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.The New York Times - Business -
New Zealand's Jobless Rate Rises Sharply
New Zealand’s unemployment rate jumped sharply in the first three months of this year as the economy slumbered in an extended recession and high interest rates battered household budgets.The Wall Street Journal - World - New Zealand