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October 8, 2024

Panasonic’s US battery plant on course to open after ‘toughest’ delays
TOKYO — After numerous delays, production at Tesla supplier Panasonic Holdings’s second U.S. battery plant could start as soon as July, though uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs could continue impacting its operations even after it opens its doors. Setting up a complicated manufacturing facility in a foreign country is rarely easy, but Panasonic’s…
Japan’s farm minister said he has never had to buy rice. That cost him his job
Japan’s farm minister Taku Eto stepped down on Wednesday, domestic media reported, following public outrage over his comments on getting free rice. Eto said Sunday that he has never had to buy rice as he received ample amounts of the grain as gifts from supporters — a comment that struck a nerve with locals struggling…
Malala demands end to Gaza Genocide
Malala Yousafzai, who won the Nobel Peace Prize, has again asked for fighting to stop in Gaza right away and for it to be permanent. She also called for an end to the widespread killing there. Malala shared her deep worry about Israel’s harsh actions. On social media, Malala said her heart aches seeing what…
AP PHOTOS: In Pakistan, people don’t run with bulls. They race them. In spectacular style
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Bulls are yoked together by thick wooden frames in a sun-scorched field of rural Pakistan, while behind them, holding onto…
Indian author Banu Mushtaq wins International Booker Prize with short story collection
LONDON — Indian author Banu Mushtaq and translator Deepa Bhasthi won the International Booker Prize for fiction Tuesday for “Heart Lamp,” a collection of 12 short stories written over a period of more than 30 years that chronicle the everyday lives and struggles of women in southern India. The award was announced by bestselling Booker…
Ahsan Khan breaks silence on ‘Dyane’ earnings
Pakistani actor Ahsan Khan recently shared details of his payment for the popular drama ‘Dayan’. In a market dominated by romantic stories, ‘Dayan’ stands out with its revenge driven plot. The drama is currently a hit with viewers featuring Mehwish Hayat and Hira Mani alongside Ahsan Khan. ‘Dayan’ has taken a surprising turn captivating audiences.…
California man charged after authorities say he lured and beat cats to death
A Southern California man was charged with felony animal cruelty after allegedly using food to lure and kill multiple cats over a period of months. Alejandro Oliveros Acosta, 46, of Santa Ana, is scheduled to be arraigned Wednesday on charges that also include theft of a companion animal, a Bengal lynx he allegedly lured and…
Japanese bond yields soar as investor demand falters
TOKYO — Yields on long-term Japanese sovereign bonds are soaring as demand for such debt falters, with many market experts saying the situation is unlikely to change anytime soon amid mounting investor worries over the health of Asia’s No. 2 economy and fallout from U.S. trade tariffs. This weakening appetite was on display at an auction of 20-year Japanese…