Senegal took the lead in the 11th minute when Japan goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima punched a cross into Mane’s leg and the ball bounced back over the line and in, before Inui’s curled finish on 34 minutes meant the sides went in level at the break.
Wague’s powerful shot into the roof of the net on 64 minutes looked to have secured the points for Senegal, but Japan substitute Honda turned in a brilliant Inui pull-back with 12 minutes remaining to give the Asian side a share of the points.
The draw means both nations go into the final round of matches on four points at the top of the group.
Japan twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Senegal in their World Cup Group H encounter on Sunday.
Goals from Senegal captain Sadio Mane and Moussa Wague were matched by strikes from Takashi Inui and Keisuke Honda for the Samurai Blue.
Senegal took the lead in the 11th minute when Japan goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima punched a cross into Mane’s leg and the ball bounced back over the line and in, before Inui’s curled finish on 34 minutes meant the sides went in level at the break.
Wague’s powerful shot into the roof of the net on 64 minutes looked to have secured the points for Senegal, but Japan substitute Honda turned in a brilliant Inui pull-back with 12 minutes remaining to give the Asian side a share of the points.
The draw means both nations go into the final round of matches on four points at the top of the group.
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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Wednesday he will not seek re-election as head of his party, meaning the end of his premiership after just under three years.
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which has governed Japan almost uninterrupted since 1945, is due to hold an internal leadership contest next month. Its popularity ratings have slumped because of rising prices.
"In this presidential election, it is necessary to show the people that the LDP is changing and the party is a new LDP," Kishida told reporters in Tokyo.
"For this, transparent and open elections and free and vigorous debate are important. The most obvious first step to show that the LDP will change is for me to step aside," he said.
"I will not be running in the forthcoming presidential election."
Kishida had informed senior administration officials of his intention not to run, media including national broadcaster NHK and Kyodo news reported earlier,
The head of the ruling party is traditionally also prime minister.
Kishida, 67, has been in office since October 2021, and has seen his and his party's poll ratings slide sharply in response to rising prices hitting Japanese incomes.
His cabinet's support rating has been languishing around 25 percent this year, according to an NHK poll.
The world's fourth-largest economy has also struggled to gain traction, with output shrinking 0.7 percent in the first quarter.
In November, Kishida announced a stimulus package worth 17 trillion yen (more than $100 billion at the time) as he tried to ease the pressure from inflation and rescue his premiership.
Having seen prices barely move for years, Japanese voters have been reeling from rising prices since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, pushing up energy costs and putting pressure on the government.
Despite some recovery in recent weeks, the yen has been one of the world's worst-performing currencies over the past year, falling sharply against the dollar.
While welcome news to Japanese exporters, this makes imports pricier and stokes inflation for households.
Even before November, the government had injected hundreds of billions of dollars into the economy over the past three years since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Early exit
Kishida could in theory have governed until 2025, and there had been speculation he might call a snap election to shore up his position.
But NHK reported that growing voices inside the LDP believed the party would not be able to successfully contest elections under the Kishida government.
Kishida has also faced severe criticism over a major funding scandal within the party.
The prime minister "seems to have judged that he himself needs to take responsibility in order to dispel growing distrust", NHK said.
Under Kishida, Japan pledged to double its defence spending to the NATO standard of two percent of GDP by 2027.
This marked a turn from decades of strict pacifism, encouraged by the United States as both seek to confront an increasingly assertive China.
US President Joe Biden hosted Kishida at the White House in April when the two countries announced a "new era" in cooperation.
Japan and the Philippines in July signed a defence pact allowing for the deployment of troops on each other's territory.
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If you are seeking an immersive cultural journey to tick off your bucket list, then this is the perfect season for you to grab your backpack and set off on an adventure that will leave you awe-inspired. With the scorching summer heat behind and the chill of winter yet to arrive, autumn in Asia is the perfect season for delving into the tranquillity of nature.
So, here are 5 places to visit in Asia, where the magic of autumn is truly enchanting.
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Kausani, India
With more than 20 culturally diversified states and multiple union territories, India has so much to offer travellers looking for a quick getaway to serenity.
Kausani — often referred to as "The Switzerland of India" — is a picturesque hill station in the Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand. It is known for its mesmerising 300 km panoramic view of the distant snow-capped mountains.
As the season sets in, the surrounding forests and valleys of Kausani take on hues of gold creating a perfect setting for nature walks and treks. The clear sky offers unparalleled vistas of the majestic Himalayas, including peaks like Trishul, Nanda Devi, and Panchachuli.
Notable temples such as Bajinath and Rudrahari are located in caves — a major attraction for culture enthusiasts.
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Bukhara, Uzbekistan
For those in search of a blend of history and autumnal charm, Bukhara is an ideal destination.
The warm palette of the season complements the golden-medieval architecture of this ancient city. It is one of the best-preserved Islamic cities in the world with historically significant urban structures.
Bukhara, one of Uzbekistan's Silk Road cities, once served as a pivotal centre of trade between the east and the west of Central Asia.
The majestic Kalyan Minaret still rises above winding alleys of the city along with the historical domes and arches of ancient madrasas.
Lyab-i Hauz is a must-visit. It is a historical pool surrounded by grand mulberry trees that turn vibrant gold in autumn, offering an ethereal setting. Also, the locals harvesting cotton in the fields and the pleasantly serene weather make the outdoor bazaars a delight in this season.
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Nikko, Japan
Nikko is a UNESCO World Heritage site concealed in the mountains of north Tokyo, known for its historic temples and autumn colours. The maple trees blaze in shades of flaming crimson and gold around Nikko's temples transforming the entire area into a breath-taking autumn paradise.
The final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the Toshogu Shrine and Rinnoji Temple, adorned by majestic cedar trees, provides beautiful spots to enjoy both natural and historical beauty. The cascading water of Kegon Falls framed by vibrant fall foliage offers a truly memorable sight.
Plan your visit between late October and early November, when the fall colours are at their most spectacular form.
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Thimphu, Bhutan
Tucked away in the heart of Bhutan, Thimphu offers a mesmerising blend of spiritual, traditional and natural splendour against the backdrop of the majestic Himalayas. Tshechu, the country's most iconic autumn festivals, make this time of year one of the best to visit. Filled with mask dances, music, and rituals, these festivals bring the streets alive with Bhutanese culture during September and October.
A hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery is a must for a delightful adventure. Nestled on a cliff 900 meters above the valley floor, this revered monastery provides spectacular views of the surrounding autumn foliage, along with a sense of tranquillity and awe-inspiring beauty.
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Kolkata, India
The arrival of autumn, marked by the blooming of kashphool, signals the most awaited festival for Bengali — Durga Puja!
Kolkata becomes a vibrant canvas filled with intricately towering pandals with sounds of dhaks (traditional drums) and devotional songs during this time of the year.
The most revered place you can visit in Kolkata during Durga Puja is Kumartuli Park, a labyrinth of alleys, a settlement of hundreds of potters who make the idols of goddess Durga every year for a living. There are also other places you should not be missing such as the Baghbazar Sarbojonin Durgotsav, Mohammad Ali Park, Santosh Mitra Square, etc. where nature and people unite to celebrate the triumph of good over evil.
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Can Croatia cross one final hurdle come Sunday night and become the ninth nation to win the World Cup? Standing in their way are France, whose sole ambition will be to claim that coveted piece of glory for the second time at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium.
As an independent nation, Croatia might not have a rich history as far as their participation in the biggest show on Earth is concerned but since their World Cup debut in 1998, eight years after being liberated from Yugoslavia, it has been a spectacular journey for them.
Coincidentally, it was also the year that France became the seventh nation to win the World Cup, which was on their home soil, by defeating Brazil 3-0 in the final.
More interestingly, it was France who shattered Croatia's dreams by defeating their first 'golden generation' in the semifinal of that tournament 2-1, thanks to two quick blows from Les Bleus defender Lilian Thuram after Croatia's Davor Suker had scored in the 46th minute.
Even in that defeat, Croatia became only the second team after Portugal to have the best finish as debutants. They were placed third following a 2-1 win over Holland in the position deciding game, where Suker scored his sixth goal to win the Golden Boot.
If that was a big statement by an up and coming footballing nation, then the exploits of their next generation, now marshalled by Luka Modric, is no less spectacular as they have reached the finals despite a below-par qualifying campaign.
Croatia launched their campaign in Russia with a 2-0 win against Nigeria before pulling off a magnificent 3-0 win against two-time winners Argentina. They beat Iceland in the last group league game to move into the round of 16 with the maximum number of points.
And in the last three knockout games, where they had to battle it out beyond regulation time, Croatia showed tenacity and the will to fight till the end.
Croatia's round of 16 game against Denmark was a classic example of their never-say-die attitude. After conceding an early goal, they equalised and took the game to extra time, where Modric missed a penalty. However, the Real Madrid midfielder showed courage and stepped up in the shootout to convert his spot kick.
In the quarterfinal against hosts Russia, which they won in the shootout after a 2-2 draw, they faced a similar scenario. This was also the case in the semifinal against England before Mario Mandzukic hit the winner in the 109th minute.
The Juventus forward might not be as prolific as Suker was on the big stage but he has the knack of scoring goals from out of nowhere. Croatia actually have individual winners in Modric, Ivan Rakitic, Ante Rebic and Ivan Perisic, the Inter Milan forward who has been in fine form.
Croatia's last three games might have started slowly but gradually picked up with the progression of the game, which is a hallmark of a good team.
They also showed how athletically fit they are as they had to play for 120 minutes in all three previous games.
Against England at Saint Petersburg, many thought it would be impossible for them to survive if the game went beyond regulation time. Surprisingly though, it was England who slowed down as the game progressed. In addition, when the Turkish referee blew the final whistle, Croatia were heading for another crack at the goal.
France midfielder Paul Pogba previously said that he wants to earn his own star on the shirt on Sunday. However, the world will not be surprised to a see the birth of a new star.
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Gunmen killed at least 13 people Saturday in Senegal who were gathering firewood in the forest, the military said. It was the worst attack in years in the West African nation’s restive southern region, where a separatist insurgency has dragged on for more than three decades.
The bloodshed sparked fears of renewed unrest in the area, which had been relatively calm for the last several years.
Col. Abdoul Ndiaye said late Saturday that seven others were wounded in the massacre 4 miles (7 kilometers) outside of the town of Ziguinchor, and the military stepped up its presence near the town. Casamance is separated from the rest of Senegal by the nation of Gambia.
While no immediate claim of responsibility for the slayings was made, suspicion fell on the separatist group founded in 1982 known as the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance.
The armed wing of the group had agreed to a cease-fire in 2014, and the last major attack blamed on the group had been in 2013 when rebels took 12 employees of a South African bomb disposal firm hostage. The victims, all Senegalese citizens, were eventually released.
Saturday’s deaths came just hours after the release of two prisoners belonging to the separatist group following negotiations that were mediated by the Community of Sant’Egidio.
The separatists have long argued that their region is culturally distinct from the rest of Senegal, and has suffered from inattentive governments in the country’s capital, Dakar.
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Japan's economy grew at a slightly slower pace than initially reported in the second quarter, hurt by downward revisions in corporate and household spending that point to a bumpier second half for consumption and the central bank's rate-hike plans.
The Bank of Japan is keen to see consistent improvement in domestic demand as it focuses on exiting its decade-long monetary stimulus programme and raising interest rates further in coming months.
The nation's gross domestic product expanded by an annualised 2.9 percent in the April-June quarter from the previous three months, the Cabinet Office's revised data showed on Monday, versus economists' median forecast for 3.2 percent growth and a 3.1 percent rise in the preliminary estimate.
The revised figure for the world's fourth-biggest economy translates into a quarter-on-quarter expansion of 0.7 percent in price-adjusted terms, compared with a 0.8 percent rise issued last month.
"The economy as a whole has been stagnant since the second half of 2023 although it had finally rebounded in April-June," said Kengo Tanahashi, economist at Nomura Securities.
The capital expenditure component of GDP, a barometer of private demand-led strength, rose 0.8 percent in the second quarter, revised down from a 0.9 percent uptick in the initial estimate. Economists had estimated a 1 percent rise.
Private consumption, which accounts for more than half of the Japanese economy, increased 0.9 percent, versus the preliminary reading of 1 percent growth.
Analysts expect the Japanese economy will continue to improve gradually supported by positive trends in wages and personal and corporate spending, while risks remain from external factors such as a potential slowdown in the US and Chinese economies.
The economy may show signs of losing momentum in the current quarter, Tanahashi of Nomura securities said, citing weaker-than-expected July household spending data released last week.
"The July household spending data was disappointing, to say the least, and the (real) wages bump in June and July were anchored by summer bonuses than by an increase in basic salaries," he said.
"The possibility that the momentum of private consumption in the July-September period will be weaker than expected has been increasing."
External demand, or exports minus imports, knocked 0.1 percentage point off growth, unchanged from the preliminary reading. On the other hand, domestic demand contributed 0.8 percentage point.
While the revised second quarter GDP data is likely to have little sway on BOJ's decision making now, economists said recent data on spending is clouding the path to the central bank's rate-hike plans.
The BOJ in July raised its key interest rate to 0.25 percent from 0-0.1 percent, and markets are looking for clues to the timing of its next move.
None of the economists polled by Reuters last month predicted a rate hike at the next policy-setting meetings on Sept. 19-20, while a majority anticipated a tightening by year's end.
Nomura's Tanahashi said the BOJ is likely to proceed with the normalisation of monetary policy absent any market turmoil, noting the central bank went ahead with a rate hike in July despite softer consumption.
Most other economists also expect the central bank to continue to raise rates barring major trouble spots on growth and inflation.
"While underlying inflation has been moderating since the start of the year, we expect this trend to reverse in response to strong wage growth and resilient activity," said Benjamin Shatil, economist at JPMorgan Securities.
"We continue to expect the BOJ to deliver its next rate hike in December."
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