Eastern Japan faces flooding and travel disruption as Typhoon Dujuan moves through the region. At midday, the large and powerful typhoon was moving north-northeast over waters west of Hachijojima, maintaining a storm-force wind zone as it headed toward the Izu Islands and the Kanto area. Forecasters indicated that the system would accelerate and pass near Kanto later on Monday. They warned of violent winds, very rough seas, and additional heavy rain across eastern Pacific coastal regions. Furthermore, linear rain bands could intensify rainfall across Tokai, Kanto, and the Izu Islands. The transport ministry reported three landslides in Chiba Prefecture by 2 p.m., which resulted in the destruction of one home and partial damage to another. Additionally, two landslides occurred in Miyazaki Prefecture, leading to one death, one injury, and damage to one residence. Rainfall thresholds caused closures on 32 sections of six expressways and three parts of two national highways. Flooded roads and fallen trees also led to the closure of 16 prefectural road sections across Ibaraki, Saitama, and Chiba.
China kept its primary lending rates steady in September, with the one-year loan prime rate remaining at 3.0%. The over-five-year LPR stayed at 3.5%, according to the official rate set on September 20. Many lenders reference this longer-term rate for mortgage calculations. This decision preserved both benchmarks at their August levels.
Health
Genetic Mutation Identified as Significant Risk Factor for Lung Cancer in Market Innovation WASHINGTON / RankWire.AI / – A groundbreaking study published in the journal Science has revealed a rare inherited genetic mutation that can elevate an individual’s risk of developing lung cancer by approximately 25 times overall and by about 60 times among non-smokers, according to researchers. This research, carried out by scientists at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in collaboration with the 23andMe Research Institute, utilized de-identified genetic information from over 3.3 million individuals. The germline variant known as EGFR T790M was identified by the team as one of the strongest inherited risk factors for lung cancer discovered to date.
Travel
Emirates enters winter season with strong booking demand as fleet retrofit initiatives increase premium seat availability on key intercontinental corridors. Emirates Begins Winter with Strong International Booking Activity Alongside cabin upgrades, the airline is boosting its scheduled flight frequency and launching new international routes ahead of the winter timetable. Expansion of destinations is complemented by increased interline and codeshare agreements, offering travelers seamless connections across secondary and regional airports worldwide. Company officials emphasized that these strategic partnerships enable the airline to attract feeder traffic from emerging regional markets. Operational capacity continues to support broader trade, tourism, and business travel centered at Dubai International Airport. Higher flight frequencies on high-demand routes are planned to accommodate expected passenger surges linked to major global conferences, trade fairs, and winter holiday seasons. The airport’s strategic location continues to facilitate efficient transit connections between the East and West commercial hubs. Multi-Billion Dollar Fleet Upgrade Program Enhances Inflight Services Aviation market analysts underline that maintaining high passenger load factors throughout winter is crucial for airline revenue performance amid ongoing macroeconomic changes world.
Technology
Apple introduced the iPhone Duo on Sept. 9, marking its first foldable iPhone. The device starts at $1,999 in the U.S. and opens to a 7.6-inch inner display. When closed, it uses a 5.4-inch outer screen for standard phone tasks. Apple will open preorders on Oct. 16, with retail availability starting Oct. 23. The launch gives Apple a new iPhone form factor alongside its conventional smartphone lineup.