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Japan records lowest birth rate in history as marriage numbers continue to decline

Japan has recorded its lowest number of births and fertility rate since official records began, highlighting the growing demographic challenges facing the country as fewer people marry and start families. According to recently released government statistics, slightly more than 671,000 babies were born in 2025, marking another annual decline......

Onitsuka Tiger expands global footprint as Asics spins off retro sneaker brand

Onitsuka Tiger, the iconic Japanese sneaker brand owned by Asics, is preparing for a global expansion as it seeks to strengthen its position in the international fashion and lifestyle market. Known for its distinctive yellow-and-black designs and strong cultural associations, the brand has gained global recognition, partly thanks to its appearance......

Japan declares arrival of El Niño as Pacific warms rapidly

Japan has become the first major meteorological authority to officially confirm the arrival of El Niño, following a sharp rise in sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific. The announcement signals a rapid shift in ocean conditions that scientists associate with large-scale disruptions in global weather......

Morocco becomes Africa’s second largest electric vehicle market in 2025

Morocco ranked second in Africa for electric vehicle sales in 2025, with 5,500 units registered, according to data covering continental EV trends. The country accounted for 22% of Africa’s estimated 25,000 electric vehicles sold during the year, placing it behind Egypt and ahead of South Africa. The figures reflect a rapidly expanding......

Morgan Stanley forecasts $570 billion AI debt surge in 2026

Global debt markets are undergoing a structural shift driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure spending. Morgan Stanley estimates that global AI-related debt issuance will rise to nearly $570 billion in 2026, more than doubling from previous levels as major technology companies accelerate borrowing to fund data......

Petition against Trump’s “Manga-Style Posts” gains 20,000 signatures in Japan

A petition in Japan opposing the use of manga and anime characters in political content linked to U.S. President Donald Trump has gathered around 20,000 signatures, according to organizers. The controversy intensified after a video shared on Truth Social showed Trump depicted in a style resembling Naruto Uzumaki, a character from the popular......

Nintendo shares fall after disappointing switch 2 showcase

Nintendo shares fell sharply after a summer presentation failed to restore investor confidence, extending a prolonged decline in the company’s market value. The American depositary receipts dropped by around 9 percent during Tuesday’s trading session, marking one of the steepest single-day moves in months for the Japanese gaming......

Honda America recalls over 880,000 vehicles due to rear suspension defect risk

Honda Motor America has announced a large-scale recall affecting more than 880,000 vehicles in the United States due to a potential failure in rear suspension components, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall covers several popular models, including certain versions of the Honda Pilot, Honda Ridgeline,......

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