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  • Japan promotes eco-friendly transportation

    A safe and efficient transportation system is one of the highlights of Singapore's Changi Airport. Its credit goes to Japanese signal maker Kyosan, which introduced the signal system automated electric sky train. The electric sky trains, equipped with rubber tyres, are eco-friendly and help passengers move from one terminal to another. Kyosan has provided the technology for eco-friendly ...

  • Squeaky clean Tokyo favourite host for 2020 Olympics say IOC sources

    Tokyo is reportedly leading in the race for the host city for the 2020 Summer Olympics, according to members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The Japanese capital's emphasis on safety and security appears to be influencing the race for the 2020 Games by pitting its squeaky clean image against the turmoil and instability being witnessed in Istanbul and Madrid, The Japan Times ...

  • Kenny to welcome Japanese premier

    The leaders will meet at Government Buildings where discussions will focus on economic, trade and cultural relations, as well as broader economic issues.Mr Kenny will also brief the Japanese prime minister on Ireland's presidency of ...

  • Hedge fund big-hitter Loeb ups Sony stake as he targets entertainment arm spin-off

    The head of the $13bn (8bn) hedge fund Third Point believes Sony should spin off its entertainment unit, which includes one of Hollywood's leading studios. In a letter to its chief executive Kazuo Hirai ahead of its annual meeting tomorrow, Third Point said: "Sony appears to be regaining its competitive edge. Given our large stake, we reiterate our offer to serve on Sony's board ...

  • Hollywood Docket Twilight Perfumes Madden NFL Trial Sony TV Settlement

    Electronic Arts Faces Jury Trial Over 'Madden NFL' The Lionsgate division has filed a new lawsuit over perfumes that allegedly infringe trademarks relating to its blockbuster franchise. Among the fragrances in dispute are Moonlight Women's Eau De Parfum and Moonlight Ever After Eau De Parfum. Over the years, Summit has branched out into the fragrance market with licensing deals. ...

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Shaun of the Dead

Shaun of the Dead

George A. Romero has given the British zombie parody Shaun of the Dead a ringing endorsement and even invited cowriter and star Simon Pegg to play a cameo role in his upcoming Land of the Dead (the third sequel to 1968's Night of the Living Dead). In a way, I' ... ...

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  • Japan Trade Balance On Tap For Wednesday

    Japan will on Wednesday release May figures for imports, exports and trade balance, highlighting a modest day for Asia-Pacific economic activity.Imports are expected to rise 11.0 percent on year following the upwardly revised 9.5 percent gain in April. Exports are called higher by 6.4 percent following the 3.8 percent increase in the previous month. The trade balance is expected to reflect a ...

  • World Cup 2014 qualifiers Iran and South Korea join Socceroos and Japan in Brazil

    The Socceroos confirmed their qualification with a 1-0 win over Iraq in Sydney thanks to an 83rd minute goal from Josh Kennedy.Later Jordan's 1-0 win over Oman in Amman meant Australia would have qualified even with a draw to Iraq or a loss due to a superior goal difference to Jordan.Irate South Korean fans hurled water bottles and other debris after Iran booked their ticket with a 1-0 ...

  • Soccer-Kagawa the dangerman for Japan says Italys De Rossi

    Daniele De Rossi picked out Japan's Shinji Kagawa as the dangerman for his side ahead of their Confederations Cup match on Wednesday. "I only know three or four Japanese players and the most talked about is the one that plays for Manchester United, Kagawa, he is the star," De Rossi told reporters on Tuesday. "I think they are well organised and I think that means they ...

  • Japanese veteran entrepreneur advises on the creative economy

    Japanese veteran entrepreneur advises on the creative economy . JUNE 19, 2013 05:38. ...

  • Japan PM targets economic revival

    Titanic Belfast visitors' attraction and invited Stormont's First and Deputy First Ministers for a return visit."My administration's top priority is Japan's economic revitalisation," he said."Last week we announced Japan's revival strategy which laid out what I call comprehensive economic policies for economic revitalisation."He said his key words ...

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