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The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Sophia Wilson, Tierna Davidson return to USWNT for friendlies against Japan

Wilson and Davidson will return to the fold after long absences a trio of games against the recent Asian Cup champions

The Guardian - US

Macron calls for ceasefire in Mideast during visit to Japan

French President Emmanuel Macron has held talks with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Japan

The Independent UK

Question of the week: Is George Russell still a title favourite?

Russell had long been regarded as this year’s title favourite, even before the 2026 cars hit the track – but after three races, it is not him who leads the championship

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Divorced couples in Japan can now have joint custody of children

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The Independent UK

On the plane or the sofa? How England’s 2026 World Cup squad is shaping up

Only half of England’s 26 World Cup places appear nailed-on and some players benefited from missing the Uruguay and Japan games

The Guardian - UK

Japan allows divorced couples to share custody of children for the first time

Japanese law previously required only one parent to retain legal custody after divorce

The Independent UK

England route to 2026 World Cup final: Three Lions could face Brazil after fixtures finalised

England’s group stage performance will dictate possible path to World Cup glory

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England's loss to Japan showed that they are on the brink of a problem that they haven't had for nearly 50 years - and no one can solve it

England have teething problems in their squad - but a huge long-term issue could be just around the corner

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Residents on alert after magnitude-5 earthquake rattles Japan

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The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel facing huge World Cup headache after failed England experiment

Poor displays against Uruguay and Japan sparked more questions than answers

Evening Standard

South Korea president says Iran war shows the need to ditch ‘extremely risky’ fossil fuels

Lee Jae Myung warns situation caused by US-Israeli war against Iran is ‘worse than you think’

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel admits World Cup injury fears ahead of England squad selection

Tuchel had to cope without several key players during the March international break

The Independent UK

England winners and losers: Good week for Arsenal star as Tottenham man suffers World Cup setback

Good camp for Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold as England struggle without them

Evening Standard

Marc Guehi says England must ‘stay calm’ after World Cup warm-up defeat by Japan

England were beaten 1-0 by Japan at Wembley on Tuesday as the Three Lions struggled without several of their key players

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Did Ferrari outsmart Mercedes on energy strategy: How Charles Leclerc secured his Japan F1 podium

Leclerc snatched third place from Mercedes, which had been the clear favourite going into the race, fending off Russell’s attacks in the final laps. The track layout helped, but Ferrari played it smart with energy management, beating Mercedes at its own game

Autosport

How Leclerc’s energy strategy allowed him to beat Russell at Japanese GP

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc snatched third place from Mercedes that had been the clear favourite going into the race, fending off George Russell’s attacks in the final laps. The track layout helped, but Ferrari played it smart with energy management, beating Mercedes at its own game

The Guardian - AU

Australian PMs have addressed the nation only a handful of times. Anthony Albanese joins their ranks

From the ‘worst financial crisis in our lifetime’ to the Covid pandemic, Australian PMs speaking to the nation has been reserved for historic moments

The Independent UK

Japan warns of ongoing large earthquake risk after magnitude-5 tremor rocks Tokyo

Meteorological agency says aftershocks could follow in coming days and urges residents to stay alert for about a week

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The Independent UK

Iran war worries fail to dampen business sentiment in Japan

Bank of Japan surveys shows sentiment among major manufacturers improving for fourth consecutive quarter

The Times of India

Why Japan has ‘blue traffic lights’ instead of green

So, in case you ever get a chance to visit Japan and stand in front of a pedestrian crossing, you might find that the colour of the “go” signal is slightly blue rather than the usual bright green. It might seem like a simple design or technological variation. Yet, the…

Evening Standard

Thomas Tuchel dismisses England question: 'I don’t want to engage in this discussion'

Three Lions boss also assesses failed false-nine experiment after concerning Japan defeat at Wembley

The Guardian - AU

Japan allows divorced couples to negotiate joint custody of children for first time

The new rules are the first major change to the country’s laws governing child-rearing in more than a century

The Guardian - UK

The never-ending story of England footballdom: this is why we can’t have nice things

Japan’s goal wasn’t Cole Palmer’s fault and Kobbie Mainoo couldn’t track back, but Tuchel will see the scale of what faces him

Evening Standard

Thomas Tuchel reveals 'scary' concern for England ahead of World Cup after Japan defeat

Three Lions could see ambitions to end 60 years of hurt in North America this summer derailed

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel hits back at criticism over England’s woes without Harry Kane

Kane was a late withdrawal for England’s friendly defeat to Japan

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