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Yen plunges but currency experts not rethinking Japan’s rate policy

Japanese 10,000 yen banknotes arranged in Tokyo, Japan, on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. Shoko Takayasu, Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Despite dovish comments from Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba leading to a sharp plunge in the yen, market analysts aren’t budging from their Bank of Japan policy expectations for the longer term. The yen slid to as weak as …

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Neutral Density Filters in Photography, Explained

As, photographers we often struggle with a lack of light, necessitating uncomfortably high ISOs or dangerously long shutter speeds. But there are occasions with the opposite problem: too much light. In these moments, neutral density filters are invaluable. NIKON Z 9 + NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S @ 16mm, ISO 64, 20/1, f/16.0; K&F Concept Magnetic MRC ND64 (6 Stop) …

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Lionel Messi’s magic helps Inter Miami claim Supporters’ Shield, eye more silverware with MLS Cup Playoffs

USATSI By defeating the Columbus Crew at Lower.com field 3-2 on Wednesday in an instant classic, Inter Miami have secured their second trophy in team history by winning the Supporters’ Shield for collecting the most points of any team in Major League Soccer. The Herons have accomplished the feat with two games to spare but they won’t be stopping there …

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