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Business

Inside Japan’s Century-Old Ice Craft That Has Become a Luxury Essential for Top Bars Worldwide

KANAZAWA, Japan — In the historic Japanese city of Kanazawa, blocks of crystal-clear ice are being carefully shaped, sliced and polished before beginning a journey to some of the world's most fashionable cocktail bars. For the craftsmen behind the process, ice is far more than frozen water. It is a luxury product. At Kuramoto Ice, a century-old company based in Ishikawa Prefecture on Japan's Sea of Japan coast, workers spend days producing exceptionally clear blocks designed to chill premium

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Business

EU Chief Heads to Greenland as Europe Moves to Strengthen Arctic Ties

NUUK, Greenland — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in Greenland for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening ties between the European Union and the strategically vital Arctic territory, as geopolitical competition over the region continues to intensify. Von der Leyen is due to sign a joint declaration with Greenlandic leaders, reinforcing the EU's long-term political and economic commitment to the Danish autonomous territory. The visit comes as Greenland's strategi

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Entertainment

Manchester City Stay Perfect but Survive Coventry Scare in Narrow Premier League Win

MANCHESTER, England — Manchester City maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season, but only after surviving a major scare from newly promoted Coventry City in a tense 1-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. Erling Haaland's first-half header proved to be the difference, giving City their third consecutive league win under new manager Enzo Maresca. However, the scoreline failed to tell the full story. Coventry created several dangerous opportunities and came within inche

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Entertainment

South Africa Beat New Zealand 29-24 to Take 2-1 Series Lead

JOHANNESBURG — South Africa produced a powerful second-half performance to defeat New Zealand 29-24 on Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in the four-match series after another bruising chapter in rugby's greatest rivalry. The Springboks and All Blacks were locked at 12-12 at halftime after a fiercely contested opening period, but South Africa's physical dominance and improved control after the break proved decisive at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. The victory was South Africa's second straight win ov

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Entertainment

Taiwan Sends 482 Athletes, Including Olympic Medalists, to Asian Games in Japan

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan is preparing to send a powerful delegation of 482 athletes competing in 34 sports to the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with several of the country's biggest Olympic stars set to lead the charge. The Ministry of Sports announced that the delegation includes Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Lin Yu-ting, weightlifting champion Kuo Hsing-chun, Olympic silver medal-winning judoka Yang Yung-wei and gymnastics star Lee Chih-kai, Taiwan's first Olympic medalist in the

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Entertainment

Zheng Qinwen Stuns Madison Keys With Incredible US Open Comeback

NEW YORK — China's Zheng Qinwen produced one of the most remarkable comebacks of the 2026 US Open, rallying from 5-0 down in the deciding set and saving a match point to defeat American Madison Keys and reach the fourth round at Flushing Meadows. Zheng, who entered the tournament through qualifying after a lengthy recovery from right elbow surgery, defeated the 2025 Australian Open champion 1-6, 7-6 (7/3), 7-5 in a dramatic third-round battle. The Olympic gold medalist won the final seven game

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Business

US Treasury to Auction Record US$100 Billion in Short-Term Bills as Cash Needs Surge

WASHINGTON — The US Treasury is set to auction a record US$100 billion in four-week Treasury bills, underscoring the government's growing need for short-term financing as Washington manages heavy cash requirements and prepares for another round of debt repayments. The auction is scheduled for Tuesday, with the bills set to mature on Oct. 6. The previous record for a four-week Treasury bill auction was US$95 billion, set in March, according to the Taipei Times report. Record Auction Highlight

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Business

Taiwan Fuel Prices Remain Unchanged Despite Sharp Rise in Global Oil Prices

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwanese motorists will see no change in fuel prices this week despite a sharp surge in global crude oil prices, as CPC Corp, Taiwan and Formosa Petrochemical Corp announced they would keep domestic gasoline and diesel prices steady. The decision marks the sixth consecutive week that the two major fuel suppliers have maintained their domestic prices, even as renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran sent international crude oil prices sharply higher. Global Oil

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Business

Taiwan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Climb Above US$600 Billion After Two Months of Declines

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s foreign exchange reserves climbed back above the US$600 billion mark in August, ending two consecutive months of declines as investment gains, a weaker US dollar and central bank intervention boosted the country’s holdings. Taiwan’s foreign exchange reserves rose by US$7.633 billion from July to US$601.904 billion, marking the largest monthly increase in more than a year, the Central Bank of the Republic of China (Taiwan) said. The rebound came after two months of fal

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Philippines

DepEd Rushes Hiring of School Counselors as Bullying Cases Raise Alarm—Here’s What Happens Next

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) is accelerating the hiring of school counselor associates as the government steps up efforts to address bullying, mental health concerns and growing safety challenges affecting students. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said the department has shortened the hiring process for School Counselor Associates (SCA) to about 36 days, a major reduction from the previous process that could take nearly four months. The move is intended to put mor

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