Mizuho and SMFG drive record Japanese corporate foreign-currency bond sales

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Mizuho and SMFG drive record Japanese corporate foreign-currency bond sales

Mizuho Financial Group and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG) powered Japanese companies to a record quarter for foreign-currency bond sales. The two banking giants led a wave of offshore issuance as Japanese firms tap deeper international markets to fund their expansion. The record quarterly total surpassed all previous comparable periods.

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Bloomberg · 3h ago · Source ↗

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Developers warn new shelter rules will push up flat prices in Poland

Polish property developers say new regulations requiring the construction of shelters will drive up flat prices. The article also references Russia's fuel shortages following Ukrainian strikes and South Korea's planned major investment in semiconductors and AI, though these are separate topics bundled together.

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Rzeczpospolita · 6min ago · Source ↗

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Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' tops IMDb's most anticipated Indian films list for H2 2026

Nitesh Tiwari's epic "Ramayana Part 1," starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, has claimed the top spot on IMDb's Most Anticipated Indian Movies list for July–December 2026. The 20-title ranking is compiled from page views by IMDb's more than 250 million monthly visitors. The film is the most-viewed Indian title on the platform heading into the year's second half.

Will "Ramayana Part 1" live up to fan expectations?

Variety · 6min ago · Source ↗

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85% of Polish tourists choose all-inclusive – and are willing to pay more

Research by Wakacje.pl shows that 85% of Polish tourists prefer all-inclusive holidays. The format's popularity stems from convenience, predictable costs and financial peace of mind during a trip. Polish holidaymakers say they are willing to pay a premium for this style of travel.

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WP Turystyka · 6min ago · Source ↗

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Ebola in DRC: 1,307 cases and 377 deaths confirmed

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo reported on Monday that 1,307 confirmed Ebola cases and 377 deaths have been recorded since the current outbreak began. The figures were released by authorities in Kinshasa. The epidemic is ongoing and the case count continues to rise.

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Wirtualna Polska · 7min ago · Source ↗

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Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui sentenced to 30 years in US prison for $1bn fraud

A US federal court has sentenced exiled Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui, also known as Ho Wan Kwok and Miles Guo, to 30 years in prison. In July 2024, a jury unanimously found him guilty on nine of 12 charges including securities fraud, wire fraud and money laundering. The FBI arrested him in March 2023 at his luxury Manhattan apartment overlooking Central Park. His fraud scheme targeted thousands of victims and exceeded $1 billion.

Is a 30-year prison sentence appropriate for a fraud exceeding $1 billion?

The Guardian World · 14min ago · Source ↗

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Germany eliminated by Paraguay on penalties at World Cup — German media call it "humiliating"

Germany have been knocked out of the North American World Cup by Paraguay in a penalty shootout. German media described the result as a new nightmare and a "humiliating defeat", with questions now raised over the future of coach Julian Nagelsmann.

Should Julian Nagelsmann resign after Germany's World Cup elimination?

Polsat Sport · 14min ago · Source ↗

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Doctors warn massage guns must never be used near the eyes

Doctors are warning that massage guns should never be used near the eyes, as the powerful percussive vibrations safe for muscles can cause serious and potentially irreversible damage to the eye's delicate structures. Medical specialists are urging users to follow instructions carefully and keep the devices away from the face. The warning comes amid the growing popularity of massage guns as home recovery tools.

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Tidal to purge AI-generated music from its streaming platform

Music streaming service Tidal has announced plans to crack down on the flood of AI-generated music on its platform. The service intends to remove such content in order to clean up its library and protect artists creating original music.

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Tabletowo · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Uranus and Neptune hide magma oceans beneath their blue surfaces

New research suggests that Uranus and Neptune, despite appearing as icy blue giants, may harbour oceans of molten magma deep within their interiors. Their tranquil blue surfaces conceal far more turbulent and hot conditions than previously thought.

Spider's Web · 15min ago · Source ↗

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EU's MiCA regulation from July 2026 — foreign crypto firms set to dominate Polish market

The EU's MiCA regulation on crypto markets will fully take effect on 1 July 2026, banning unlicensed exchanges from operating in the EU. Poland is unprepared, lacking legislation to designate a supervisory authority or align penalties with the new rules. Experts warn that foreign firms already holding MiCA licences will fill the gap and dominate the Polish market.

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Interia Biznes · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Rural retreats replace penthouses as the new luxury status symbol

The wealthiest people are increasingly swapping city-centre penthouses for rural homes and countryside retreats. Space, tranquillity and nature — scarce in modern metropolises — have become the new markers of true luxury. Rural estates and farmhouses are now displacing urban prestige addresses as the ultimate status symbol among the global elite.

Is a rural home now a greater luxury status symbol than a city-centre penthouse?

Rzeczpospolita · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Chinese Car Sales Drop 19.5% — Manufacturers Eye European Market

Retail passenger car sales in China fell 19.5% year-on-year from January to May 2026, reaching 7.099 million units. The NEV segment — covering electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and range-extender models — shrank 15.1% to around 3.7 million units. With the domestic market weakening, Chinese automakers are turning to Europe as a natural target for expansion.

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Rzeczpospolita · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Zelensky Mocks Russia: Moscow Has Postponed Full Donbas Takeover 15 Times

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has mocked Russian authorities, saying that since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Moscow has postponed its deadline for fully seizing the Donbas region 15 times. Zelensky remarked that Russia "admires the Donbas" but has been unable to capture it. The statement is the latest example of Ukrainian rhetoric highlighting the ineffectiveness of Russia's military campaign.

Is Russia capable of fully seizing the Donbas region?

Onet Wiadomości · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Nintendo Music adds more Mario Kart World Free Roam tracks from DS and Wii

Nintendo has updated its Nintendo Music app with additional Free Roam tracks from Mario Kart World. The latest update adds a 12-track Mario Kart DS playlist (33 minutes) and a 13-track Mario Kart Wii playlist (37 minutes). Weekly soundtrack updates have been rolling out since the Mario Kart World album first appeared in the app.

Nintendo Life · 2h ago · Source ↗

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Lewandowski joins Chicago Fire — most MLS matches will air in the middle of the Polish night

Robert Lewandowski has signed for Chicago Fire, leaving Europe for the first time in his career. Most MLS matches will be played during night-time hours in Poland, posing a challenge for fans. Access to live broadcasts of Chicago Fire games in Poland may also be an issue.

Is Lewandowski's move to MLS a good decision for his career?

Interia Sport · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Europe plans its own AI model built on American technology

The European Union is considering building its own artificial intelligence model based on existing American technologies. The initiative aims to reduce Europe's dependence on non-EU suppliers while leveraging their existing work.

Should Europe build its own AI model instead of relying on American solutions?

Spider's Web · 17min ago · Source ↗

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Polish researchers discover ancient canal network spanning over 1,000 km

Polish researchers have discovered an extensive network of ancient canals stretching over 1,000 kilometres in total length. The find sheds new light on the hydraulic engineering capabilities and organisational complexity of early civilisations.

Spider's Web · 17min ago · Source ↗

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Monaco explosion injures 3 — suspect flees to France

An explosive device detonated at a residential building in Monaco, seriously injuring three people. The suspect fled to France following the blast. An investigation into the incident is under way.

CBS News World · 17min ago · Source ↗

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Bitcoin drops below $60,000 as Japanese yen hits 40-year low vs dollar

Bitcoin fell below $60,000 during Asian trading hours as the Japanese yen tumbled to a 40-year low against the US dollar, pushing the greenback broadly higher. The stronger dollar weighed on cryptocurrency markets, with BTC leading losses. Analysts noted the link between yen weakness and downward pressure on Bitcoin.

Does the weakening Japanese yen pose a serious threat to Bitcoin's price?

CoinDesk · 20min ago · Source ↗

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Pole living in Cebu since 2018: house for 6,000 PLN/month, no rat race

Maciej, a Pole who spent 10 years in China, has been living on Cebu in the Philippines since 2018. He says roughly 6,000 PLN per month covers a house rental and a comfortable lifestyle. He compares the Philippines to Poland of decades past — relaxed, people-centred, and free from the pressures of a rat race, contrasting it with China where people traded freedom for consumer comfort.

Is moving to a cheaper country a good way to escape the rat race?

Newsweek Polska · 21min ago · Source ↗

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Private doctor visits up to 800 zł — patients leave in tears

Private medical consultations in Poland can last as little as 4–15 minutes, with prices reaching astronomical levels. In Warsaw, a visit to a child psychiatrist can cost up to 800 zł. Patients report leaving appointments feeling short-changed despite the steep fees, with costs varying mainly by specialisation.

Are private doctor consultation fees in Poland too high?

WP Kobieta · 36min ago · Source ↗

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