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While firms in most countries have been able to lift prices, those in Japan have to battle an inherent view that hikes are taboo

Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

08 November 2026

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23 November 2025

Smaller EU nations push for greater Africa role

23 November 2025

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23 November 2025

Six airlines cancel Venezuela flights after US warning

23 November 2025

Moody's upgrades Italy credit rating on 'policy stability'

22 November 2025

Western rift over Ukraine and Trump absence mar G20 summit

22 November 2025

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22 November 2025

Japan businesses brush off worries over China tourists

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IEC declares election result system ready after audit. Photo by IEC via Twitter

Elections 2026 | IEC to announce final results at 6pm

08 November 2026

Magnitude 5.7 quake injures dozens in central Japan

08 November 2026

Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

08 November 2026

Antonelli 'ready for anything' in Sao Paulo Grand Prix

08 November 2026

King Charles would 'carefully' consider China visit

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5 wards recounted by IEC

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A performer holds an ANC flag while listening to President of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) and South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa speak during the ANC Siyanqoba Rally held at FNB Stadium on May 25, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. South Africa's national and provincial elections will be held on 29 May 2024 to elect a new National Assembly and provincial legislature in each of the nine provinces. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

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07 November 2026

MKP announces party coalition negotiators

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Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

Black Friday customers urges to be cautious of scams

Smaller EU nations push for greater Africa role

Daily Mail owner DMGT says signed £500m deal to acquire The Telegraph

Six airlines cancel Venezuela flights after US warning

Moody's upgrades Italy credit rating on 'policy stability'

Western rift over Ukraine and Trump absence mar G20 summit

US stocks gain momentum after tech-fueled Asia rout

Japan businesses brush off worries over China tourists

Number of the Day - 21 November 2025: 4

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Elections 2026 | IEC to announce final results at 6pm

Magnitude 5.7 quake injures dozens in central Japan

Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

Antonelli 'ready for anything' in Sao Paulo Grand Prix

King Charles would 'carefully' consider China visit

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5 wards recounted by IEC

'This has been a catastrophic outcome' - Fikile Mbalula

MKP announces party coalition negotiators

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Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

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