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Why Abu Dhabi is launching an ambitious new autonomous racing series

Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) will establish a series of high-profile driverless races at the UAE’s Yas Marina Formula 1 track using cars from Japan’s premier open-wheel series, Super Formula, which can travel at over 185mph.

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Stock Index Futures Tick Higher Ahead of U.S. Economic Data, Fed Meeting Awaited

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH24) are up +0.20%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH24) are up +0.14% this morning as investors looked ahead to a new round of U.S. economic data and geared up for a Federal Reserve meeting next week.

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Stock Index Futures Mixed as U.S. Rate Cut Hopes Weaken

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH24) are up +0.07%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH24) are down -0.09% this morning after three major U.S. benchmark indices ended the regular session lower as the latest inflation data weakened the case for imminent rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

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McDonald’s 'IT outage' leaves restaurants unable to serve food

On Friday morning, customers in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Japan complained about issues trying to buy from the fast food giant

Evening Standard

Nissan, Honda To Explore Partnership In Electric Vehicles

Japanese auto giants Nissan and Honda said Friday they had agreed to explore a strategic partnership in electric vehicles and other areas.

International Business Times

South Korea to China: Why is East Asia producing so few babies?

The reasons are complex — the consequences more straightforward: An ageing population and deepening labour shortage.

Al Jazeera

Japan’s Nissan, Honda to study partnership on EVs amid Chinese dominance

Japanese carmakers have struggled to keep up with their Chinese rivals in the fast-growing EV market.

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Eyes On Bank Of Japan As Unions Announce Wage Hikes

The results of key wage hike negotiations in Japan will be announced Friday, with a win for workers expected to set the stage for a hotly anticipated shift away from the central bank's ultra-loose monetary policy.

International Business Times

Biden opposes Japanese takeover of US Steel, touts ‘American steelworkers’

US president’s remarks come as he is seeking to shore up support in key swing state of Pennsylvania.

Al Jazeera

Mystery in Japan as dangerous streptococcal infections soar to record levels

Health officials racing to identify cause of rise in streptococcal toxic shock syndrome – known as the ‘flesh-eating disease’ – which has a 30% fatality rate

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Japan’s bid to cancel residency of foreigners who dodge taxes stirs unease

Tokyo’s plans to give authorities more power to revoke permanent residency prompts cries of xenophobia.

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Mesmerising castles you can actually stay in - from a tranquil Japanese retreat to the luxurious Irish lodge celebrities and artists flock to

Get the royal treatment in one of these impressive chateâus...

Woman & Home

BMW Sends Off the Manual in Japan With Limited Edition M3

BMW is phasing out the manual transmission, starting with the Japan market and the M3 MT, limited to just 150 units nationwide.

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Japanese Firms Increase Wages, Largest Pay Rise Since 2013

Japanese firms announce largest pay rise since 2013, indicating economic growth and stability. Positive news for workers and economy amidst global challenges.

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Japan Money Markets Prepare For End Of Negative Rates

Explore the potential end of negative interest rates by the Bank of Japan and its implications on Japan's financial markets and economy.

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BOJ To End Negative Interest Rate Policy In March

The Bank of Japan considers ending negative interest rates to address economic challenges. Potential implications for Japan's economy and recovery trajectory.

International Business Times

Biden Opposes Nippon Steel Takeover Of US Steel

President Joe Biden said Thursday he is against the proposed sale of US Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel, as election year considerations appeared to outweigh the risk of angering key ally Japan.

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Cat Falls Into Toxic Vat At Japanese Metal Plating Factory

Alert issued in Fukuyama, Japan, after a cat fell into a toxic vat at a metal plating factory, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety measures.

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Biden Opposes Nippon Steel Takeover Of US Steel: Statement

President Joe Biden said on Thursday he opposed the proposed sale of US Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel, in a move that could annoy Washington's close Asia-Pacific ally Tokyo.

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Biden Opposes Sale Of U.S. Steel To Japan

President Biden opposes the sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel, citing concerns over American jobs and national security. The acquisition faces scrutiny am...

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Japan High Court Deems Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

Japan's high court rules denial of same-sex marriage unconstitutional, paving the way for legal recognition and equality for LGBTQ individuals.

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Global Shares Mixed As Markets Await Central Bank Decisions

Global shares show mixed performance, with gains in Europe and the U.S. Japan's Nikkei 225 rises. Speculation on Bank of Japan's policy change, oil prices ...

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Tokyo Vice season 2 episode 7 recap: family or work

In Tokyo Vice season 2 episode 7, Jake and Sato make tough choices, while Katagiri's investigation suffers another setback but also finds new hope.

Al Jazeera

Japan court rules ban on same-sex marriage is ‘unconstitutional’

Japan is only G7 nation that excludes same-sex unions with conservative government criticised as stonewalling diversity.

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Tom Wood in Tokyo: Nordic minimalism meets Japanese cool

Norwegian jewellery brand Tom Wood expands into Japan with the ‘Dean’ collection and a Tokyo Aoyama flagship store

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