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• The war Putin wanted to keep away is coming home to Russia

  Air-raid sirens signaling the threat of missile or drone strikes have become a daily occurrence for millions of residents in most of central Russia.

• Are Japan and the U.S. losing South Korea as an ally?

  Washington's trust in the South Korean government on intelligence matters seems increasingly fragile.

• SoftBank logs $7 billion loss after U.S. data center costs swell

  Analysts on average expected a profit of more than $800 million.

• Japan to use COP31 to showcase environmental technologies

  A key goal of the conference is to increase the world's electrification to 35% by 2035.

• U.S. allies need a plan for a lame-duck Trump

  Some countries, including Iran and Israel, are concerned about how Trump will react to his defeat.

• Macron’s Angkor visit highlights France’s custodial role

  Former colonial power France plays a pivotal role in conservation projects in Cambodia.

• Sakana AI may go public in 2027

  Press reports say that the company is considering the Tokyo Stock Exchange or Nasdaq or a dual listing on both.

• Japan to call for limiting children’s exposure to social media

  A government draft says schools should help children develop their judgment so that they can use social media appropriately.

Asia/Pacific news from Japan Times

• Fate of Indonesia’s vice president hangs in the balance as lawmakers mull probe

  The consideration comes amid a widening political rift between the vice president's influential father and President Prabowo Subianto.

• Taiwan says China is conducting ‘area denial’ drills in Western Pacific

  Taiwan last week reported a rise in the number of Chinese air force aircraft around the island, though Beijing has not formally declared any drills.

• ‘Burning’: life under the world’s dirtiest skies

  Loni, one of five areas in the Delhi metropolitan region, features among the world's most polluted in an annual list by Swiss monitoring firm IQAir.

• New Zealand’s Luxon on course for second term, but weaker hand in coalition

  Luxon's National Party could lose control of key government ministries to right-wing coalition partners.

• Hasina seeks new passport in clearest sign of Bangladesh return

  The request marks the clearest step by ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to act on her plan to return to Bangladesh in December.

• Trump-Xi-Putin trilateral summit moves closer to reality

  U.S. President Donald Trump said talks with China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin were likely to be held at next week's APEC summit.

• Can’t cook or shower: Indonesians take aim at data centers

  Frustration is bubbling over in Indonesia and Malaysia — especially in regions bordering Singapore that are seen as a prime location for new tech facilities.

• New Zealand preliminary vote leaves it unclear who will govern

  Neither current Prime Minister Christopher Luxon nor opposition leader Chris Hipkins claimed victory in their speeches following the election.

Culture news from Japan Times

• ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ director sees the monster as a mirror

  Real-world anxieties have always underlain the monster movie franchise, says Takashi Yamazaki, director of Japan's first "Filmed for IMAX" production.

• ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ makes monster debut at the box office

  Opening-day takings marked the highest single-day box office revenue for a live-action film in Japanese history, according to the film's X account.

• ‘Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?’: The comedy and horror of being forgotten

  "Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?" is a genuinely funny, uplifting and heartwarming watch — if you can get over its slightly problematic premise.

• Azerbaijan welcoming ‘set-jetting’ fans of Japan TV drama ‘Vivant’

  Fans of popular Japanese TV drama "Vivant" have flocked to Azerbaijan, where the second season of the hit series was filmed.

• Eurovision brings pop and politics to Asia

  Eurovision is the world's biggest televised live music event, launching the careers of artists such as ABBA and Celine Dion.

• Sci-fi anime anthology ‘Grotesqqque’ prizes style over substance

  The three-part feature is uneven and at times overwhelming, but ultimately a fun romp through the mind of Atsushi Nishigori.

• Mariko Mori predicted the future. She’ll do it again.

  Mariko Mori's first solo exhibition in 24 years thrusts her back in the spotlight in Japan.

• ‘Two Cigarettes, Three Nights’: An artist takes solace in an undefinable intimacy

  Yukiko Mishima's latest film is a sensitive and imaginative portrait of an artist's life-changing reunion with an old friend.

Sports news from Japan Times

• Jaguars acquire DT Jordan Davis as part of three-trade overhaul

  Jacksonville sent a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-round selection to Philadelphia in return.

• Brady ends three-year spell as Birmingham City investor

  The club gave no reason for Tom Brady's departure and did not specify what would happen to his stake.

• Tatum and Brown to square off for first time in Celtics-76ers clash

  In nine seasons as teammates, Tatum and Brown led Boston to two NBA Finals appearances, including the Celtics' championship run in 2024.

• Bears overcome mistakes to beat Bucs on game-ending field goal

  Caleb Williams threw two touchdown passes in a mixed performance with a career-high four interceptions.

• Pressure still on Man United boss Carrick despite dramatic Villa draw

  Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is facing another international window filled with uncertainty after his side slipped into the Premier League relegation zone despite a sensational comeback to claim a 4-4 home draw with Aston Villa.

• Alcaraz downs Shelton to win Paris Masters for first time

  Coming into Paris on the back of winning the 500-level title in Vienna, Carlos Alcaraz has won his last nine matches.

• Norris wins in wet Brazil as Mercedes takes constructors’ title

  The title is Mercedes' first team crown since 2021.

• Gauff outruns Pegula to win thriller at WTA Finals; Noskova beats Kostyuk

  Coco Gauff had beaten Jessica Pegula three months ago in Cincinnati and had the right formula once again.

Life news from Japan Times

• Japan’s search for a better public trash bin — and why robots may help

  With public trash bins scarce, Japan is turning to smart receptacles and autonomous robots to make garbage disposal easier.

• A toast to Naohiko Noguchi, sake’s first living national treasure

  Known as the "god of sake brewing," Noguchi will become the first master brewer recognized as a "ningen kokuhō."

• A curry palette for all your ‘hidden flavors’

  "Kakushi aji" is the Japanese culinary term for ingredients you might not overtly taste, but without them the entire recipe suffers.

• As Japan gets a Disney cruise, smaller vessels chart their own course

  Amid a boom in massive, international cruise ships, domestically operated voyages tend toward more intimate journeys.

• A legend reborn: ‘Ocarina of Time’ remake improves on the Zelda masterpiece

  Above modern graphics and conveniences, the new remake proves that the original game's dynamics stand the test of time.

• Nintendo producer Eiji Aonuma ‘all nervous’ as Zelda classic remake hits shelves

  After over 25 years guiding the franchise, Aonuma reflects on his creative legacy and the next generation of developers.

• Gamers get nostalgic as Zelda remake hits shelves

  The 1998 classic returns with rave reviews, rekindling fond memories for longtime fans and captivating a new generation.

• A quadrennial Tokyo festival returns to a changed Japan

  Once every four years, Nezu Shrine celebrates a special version of its annual festival.

 

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