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Music Industry Moves: Avex Secures $100 Million for Catalog Acquisitions, Harry Chapin Estate Partners With Primary Wave
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business18m ago

Music Industry Moves: Avex Secures $100 Million for Catalog Acquisitions, Harry Chapin Estate Partners With Primary Wave

https://variety.com/2026/music/news/avex-100-million-for-catalog-acquisitions-1236732678/
Variety.com
  • Avex Music Group launches a $100 million fund for catalog acquisitions funded by equity and debt with City National Bank.
  • First acquisition under the new deal is the Infamous catalog, including Teddy Swims and collaborators like Lil Wayne and Charlie Puth.
  • Avex’s broader strategy includes Bruno Mars’ publishing administration partnership and a distribution deal with The Orchard.
  • Primary Wave Music will partner with the Harry Chapin estate to manage Chapin’s music, name, image, and likeness.
  • Harry Chapin’s family expresses enthusiasm, saying they are excited to introduce Chapin’s music to wider and younger audiences.
  • Concord’s acquisition by BMG and Mothership Music Publishing deal expand catalog and publishing reach in the industry.
  • Allison Jones is promoted to executive vice president of A&R at Big Machine Records/Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment.
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USD/JPY: Yen Seesaws as Bank of Japan Holds Rates; Split Votes Signals June Hike
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business14h ago

USD/JPY: Yen Seesaws as Bank of Japan Holds Rates; Split Votes Signals June Hike

https://www.tradingview.com/news/tradingview:5aef667bf094b:0-usd-jpy-yen-seesaws-as-bank-of-japan-holds-rates-split-votes-signals-june-hike/https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/daily-open-hawkish-hold-from-boj-sets-central-bank-stage.html
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  • The Bank of Japan held its policy rate at 0.75%, signaling a hawkish stance that could set the stage for a June rate hike in the context of persistently high inflation risks.
  • Dissent among policymakers lingered, with three on the BOJ board pushing for a rate increase, underscoring divided views on the policy path.
  • Inflation dynamics remain a key risk, as the BOJ’s cautious stance accompanies signals of potential price pressures that could influence policy decisions ahead.
  • Markets are positioning for higher rates globally, with the BOJ move contributing to a broader expectation that major central banks will tighten policy sooner rather than later.
  • The dollar-yen remains sensitive to policy signals, with the potential for volatility as investors weigh BOJ’s stance against U.S. rate expectations.
  • Energy-driven price risks remain a focal point, with inflation projections revised higher and upside risks tied to energy markets noted by policymakers.
  • Investors monitor the near-term horizon for policy actions in June, as new signals emerge about when tightening could occur.
  • Near-term dollar strength faces headwinds from intervention talk, which tends to cap moves near round-number levels like 160 yen per dollar.
  • The week’s focus shifts to the Federal Reserve meeting for additional guidance on the U.S. policy path and its impact on dollar-yen dynamics.
  • Global stock markets hold near-record levels as central banks tilt toward cautious policy stances, even as traders price in higher-rate expectations ahead.
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Most loved photo stories of April 2026
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entertainment1h ago

Most loved photo stories of April 2026

https://www.dazeddigital.com/art-photography/article/70151/1/most-loved-photo-stories-april-2026-slava-mogutin-photographs-books-exhibitions
Dazeddigital.com
  • April 2026’s top photo stories spotlight Finnish car culture and suburban life through Jussi Puikkonen’s mood-filled series Pilluralli.
  • Slava Mogutin’s 25 Years Gallery presents a 30-image retrospective of queer life across two decades.
  • Middle East Archive’s new volume expands women’s representation across the region and diaspora.
  • Abdulhamid Kircher’s New Genesis follows Sierra Kiss, a single mother, through homelessness and systemic challenges in Los Angeles.
  • Tokyo love hotels are explored through Sofiya Loriashvili’s 30 days in Japan, examining space and sexuality.
  • Juliette Cassidy’s 24 Hour Party, People documents Barcelona’s hardcore scene and its ethics.
  • Akila Berjaoui’s The Possible Dream captures summer beach life across the Mediterranean.
  • The piece profiles the broader mission: to celebrate diverse voices while resisting apolitical art.
  • The feature invites readers to read the full stories on Dazed for expanded context and imagery.
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Summer 2026 travel hacks: How to save up to $520 on flights, according to new Skyscanner data
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business5h ago

Summer 2026 travel hacks: How to save up to $520 on flights, according to new Skyscanner data

https://creators.yahoo.com/lifestyle/story/summer-2026-travel-hacks-how-to-save-up-to-520-on-flights-according-to-new-skyscanner-data-142350271.html
Creators.yahoo.com
  • The week of August 17, 2026 offers the best overall value for summer flights across popular destinations.
  • For Tokyo, the best week to fly is August 31, 2026, with fares around $650 versus the summer average of about $792.
  • Flexibility is the biggest lever, with 61% of Americans having some travel flexibility that reduces costs.
  • Low-priced return routes illustrating savings include trips to San Juan, Orlando, and Sao Paulo from major U.S. cities.
  • Skyscanner's report advises checking live fares regularly rather than relying on averages.
  • Americans show notable destination interest, with Tokyo and Madrid among top targets for summer travel.
  • There is growing interest in offbeat destinations like Aberdeen, Redmond, and Asuncion as cheaper options.
  • Almost two in three Americans (61%) have some travel flexibility, enabling significant savings per Skyscanner.
  • The article highlights the value of timing and destination choice in cutting flight costs.
  • The 2026 Smarter Summer Report is the source for the flight pricing guidance and destination analysis.
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#5
Visual Voice and JAEBC Launch Strategic Partnership to Bridge Japan-Africa Entertainment Sectors
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entertainment7h ago

Visual Voice and JAEBC Launch Strategic Partnership to Bridge Japan-Africa Entertainment Sectors

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/visual-voice-and-jaebc-launch-strategic-partnership-to-bridge-japan-africa-entertainment-sectors-302755155.html
Prnewswire.com
  • Visual Voice and JAEBC form a strategic partnership to boost cross-border entertainment between Japan and Africa.
  • The collaboration will debut Africa-focused films at SSFF & ASIA 2026, including Salt of Our Sea and Patience (Sabali).
  • The initiative includes plans for an Africa Award to recognize excellence in African filmmaking.
  • Visual Voice's LIFE LOG BOX will support cross-border distribution of Japanese and African content.
  • The program runs as part of SSFF & ASIA 2026's 'Focus on Africa' segment, highlighting five countries.
  • The collaboration follows Africa's growing influence as a dynamic IP market with increased smartphone access.
  • Representatives cite deeper talent exchanges and cross-border broadcasting as key goals.
  • The partnership was announced from Tokyo, signaling a global intent for collaboration.
  • Festival officials emphasize Africa's potential and continued participation in future SSFF & ASIA events.
  • The initiative includes Egyptian, Algerian, and Senegalese works as part of the feature slate.
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Scientists catch antimatter “atom” acting like a wave for the first time
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science7h ago

Scientists catch antimatter “atom” acting like a wave for the first time

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/04/260428045612.htm
Sciencedaily.com
  • Researchers observed wave-like interference in positronium beams, showing its quantum nature for the first time.
  • The experiment used a highly controlled positronium beam directed at graphene to produce a clear diffraction pattern.
  • Positronium, a neutral atom formed by an electron and a positron, behaves as a single quantum object in the beam.
  • The researchers produced positronium by creating negatively charged positronium ions and using a timed laser pulse to release an electron.
  • Results were published in Nature Communications and are linked to potential future gravity tests with antimatter.
  • The study advances the understanding of matter-wave diffraction for equal-mass constituents like positronium.
  • This work may enable precision antimatter studies and experiments on how gravity affects antimatter.
  • The graphene sheet served as a diffraction target with atom spacing matching positronium wavelengths.
  • Positronium beams achieved energies up to 3.3 keV with narrow energy spreads for clearer diffraction.
  • The findings reinforce the long-standing wave-particle duality concept in quantum mechanics.
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Japan looks to woo allies with new weapons deals
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politics8h ago

Japan looks to woo allies with new weapons deals

https://www.dw.com/en/japan-looks-to-woo-allies-with-new-weapons-deals/a-76966201
Dw.com
  • Japan ends its ban on overseas arms sales and will allow exports to 17 defense partners, marking a major shift in security policy.
  • A $6.5 billion deal with Australia will deliver 11 Mogami-class frigates, with initial ships built in Japan and the rest in Australian shipyards.
  • Indonesia and the Philippines are rumored to seek naval assets, including subs and destroyer escorts, to bolster their defenses amid regional tensions.
  • Japan collaborates on a sixth-generation stealth fighter under GCAP and develops a Glide Phase Interceptor with the United States.
  • The policy shift is framed as enhancing Japan's security by deterring rivals and supporting like-minded partners.
  • Analyst Masayuki Masuda notes the change is driven by security concerns from China and North Korea.
  • The move is linked to broader political goals, including persuading allies to spend more on defense and pursuing constitutional revision.
  • Allies, including the United States and France, welcomed Tokyo's shift as a step to strengthen regional defense cooperation.
  • China criticized the move, saying it defies Japan's pacifist commitments and self-proclaimed defensive stance.
  • The policy shift could reshape regional security dynamics in the Western Pacific and beyond.
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A crumpled train and artwork In Bed: photos of the day – Tuesday
#8 out of 20
world8h ago

A crumpled train and artwork In Bed: photos of the day – Tuesday

https://www.theguardian.com/news/gallery/2026/apr/28/crumpled-train-artwork-in-bed-photos-of-the-day-tuesday
Theguardian.com
  • A blast near the Israel-Lebanon border sparks smoke in the surrounding region, raising regional security concerns.
  • Kathmandu authorities begin demolishing shanties along riverbanks, displacing hundreds of thousands of landless families.
  • Two men suspected of Islamic State links are brought to a Vienna courtroom for trial.
  • In New York, a judge prepares to overturn a murder conviction after new evidence surfaced.
  • Jakarta reports a deadly train collision in Bekasi, underscoring commuter rail safety concerns.
  • Funerals in Gaza mourn Amjad al-Jarf after an Israeli strike, highlighting ongoing conflict casualties.
  • Colombia records casualties on the Pan-American Highway amid an attack blamed on dissident ex-FARC rebels.
  • Bangladesh experiences heavy rainfall causing waterlogging across Chattogram.
  • Cultural and political events unfold in Andorra and New York with public appearances by notable figures.
  • A drone of maritime archaeology advances as Marseille researchers map a 16th-century shipwreck site.
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The Ancient Art That Could Transform Space Communication
#9 out of 20
technology10h ago

The Ancient Art That Could Transform Space Communication

https://www.universetoday.com/articles/the-ancient-art-that-could-transform-space-communication
Universetoday.com
  • Japanese engineers unveil an origami-inspired deployable antenna for CubeSats, enabling compact, high-gain space communications.
  • The folded system fits inside a 10 cm by 6 cm box and weighs 64 grams, expanding in orbit to raise signal power.
  • The antenna uses a flexible two-layer textile with embedded U-shaped circuit elements to control radio waves.
  • Laboratory tests show the antenna achieved a gain of 18 dBic for precise signal direction.
  • OrigamiSat-2, a CubeSat roughly the size of a Thermos, is scheduled to carry the technology into orbit later this year.
  • Potential applications include space-based internet, disaster monitoring, and lunar communications.
  • The design emphasizes reliability by avoiding moving parts in favor of a deployed, foldable membrane.
  • Origami folding patterns, like the flasher, enable compact stowage and robust deployment.
  • The concept promises to pair lightweight materials with high-performance radio optics for small satellites.
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Japan's prime minister launches a panel to review her country's defense policies as threats escalate
#10 out of 20
politics13h ago

Japan's prime minister launches a panel to review her country's defense policies as threats escalate

https://apnews.com/article/japan-takaichi-security-strategy-military-205195780b1577a8304b0df076d57018
Apnews.com
  • Japan’s prime minister inaugurated a 15-member panel to review defense policies amid rising regional threats.
  • The panel will study emergency scenarios, the defense budget, and funding before issuing recommendations.
  • Takaichi linked new panel goals to modern warfare, citing drones and long-term conflict readiness.
  • The cabinet previously raised defense spending to 2% of GDP, about 43 trillion yen, through 2027.
  • The move draws US support but faces pacifist criticism at home over exports policy changes.
  • Takaichi framed defense policy reviews as essential amid a broader era of turbulence.
  • Panel members will include experts in diplomacy, defense, and the economy.
  • The government aims to bolster deterrence to protect Japan against prolonged conflicts.
  • The panel is expected to issue recommendations for changes in coming months.
  • The defense spending target was reached with a push to 2% of GDP.
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