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Biden off to Japan for Group of Seven summit, says there's 'work to do' on global stage

President Joe Biden declared Wednesday there’s “work to do” on the global stage as he headed to Japan to consult with allies on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and China’s assertive influence in the Pacific

The Independent UK

When beat 'em ups were practically unheard of on PC, this 1993 rebel broke all the rules

The Japanese PC-98 was a system for RPGs, visual novels and shmups until Edge punched out its own path.

PC Gamer

Rishi Sunak cites cheap beer and sanitary products as benefits of Brexit

On his way to the G7 summit, the prime minster insists household income is ‘outperforming’ expectations

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Biden 'confident' there will be no U.S. debt default

President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he was “confident” that the U.S. would avoid an unprecedented and catastrophic debt default, saying the talks were productive as he prepared to leave for a global summit in Japan

The Independent UK

Watch: Joe Biden addresses debt ceiling as deadline looms

Watch as Joe Biden makes remarks in the Roosevelt room at the White House before departing for Japan to attend the G7 summit.

The Independent UK

Markets Today: Stocks Climb on Hopes for Debt Ceiling Progress

Morning Markets June E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESM2 3) this morning are up +0.30%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM2 3) are up +0.14%. U.S. stock index futures this morning are moderately higher on hopes for progress in the debt ceiling negotiations. The talks have shifted to a narrower...

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Watch: Oliver Dowden faces Angela Rayner at PMQs as Rishi Sunak heads to G7 summit in Japan

Oliver Dowden faced Angela Rayner at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday, 17 May, as Rishi Sunak travelled to a G7 summit in Japan.

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London politics LIVE: Oliver Dowden and Angela Rayner clash over NHS waiting lists at PMQs

Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden has faced MPs in his first Prime Minister’s Questions while Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is in Japan.

Evening Standard

At Japan's G7 summit, the big elephants are China and Russia

The longest shadows at the Group of Seven (G7) leaders' summit this week will be cast by two countries that weren't even invited to the Hiroshima gathering: China and Russia.

Reuters

Shocking little-known treatment could hold key to Brits dealing with obesity

A new study from Japan has claimed that a surprising and little-known treatment, ear acupuncture, could play a role in aiding weight loss but some experts have questioned the study

Daily Mirror

Japan visitors rise to nearly 2 million in April after China eases travel curbs

Visitors to Japan rose to a post-pandemic high of almost 2 million in April, official data showed on Wednesday, benefiting from a relaxation of travel restrictions in China.

Reuters

Stock market today: Japan rises on GDP data; rest of region shaky

Asian shares are trading mixed as Japan’s benchmark jumped on the news of solid economic growth data, while the rest of the region was mired in uncertainty

The Independent UK

How to create an indoor zen garden - designer advice that will instantly make your home so much more peaceful

Dreamy Japanese-inspired indoor zen gardens are perfect for creating an escape from everyday life – here's how to bring one into your home

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G-7 leaders likely to focus on the war in Ukraine and tensions in Asia at summit in Hiroshima

The symbolism will be palpable when leaders of the world’s rich democracies sit down in Hiroshima later this week

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Rishi Sunak to announce defence collaboration on G7 trip to Japan

The Prime Minister will also seek to rally support for Ukraine during the meeting.

Motorsport

The forgotten Japan successes of an ex-Jordan F1 racer

Two decades ago this month, Firman scored his first and only point in F1 with an eighth-place finish in the Spanish Grand Prix. It turned out to be the high point of a tough campaign with Jordan, which by now was in its death throes ahead of being purchased by…

Al Jazeera

G7 struggles with response to China ‘economic coercion’ threat

As leaders prepare for summit in Hiroshima, there appears little consensus on how to deal with the risk posed by China.

Bangkok Post

Scratch that travel itch at Japan Remix: Sugoi Hokkaido

If you miss Japan but can’t get away from Thailand, all you need to do is make your way to BTS Phrom Phong in Bangkok.

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Bristol lorry driver's Japanese garden where you can enjoy afternoon tea and tours

His Bristol garden has gained publicity as far as Japan

The Independent UK

Japan's economy rebounds on healthy consumption as COVID restrictions ease, tourists arrive

Japan’s economy has grown at an annual pace of 1.6% in the quarter through March

The Guardian - AU

Quad summit cancelled after Joe Biden calls off trip to Australia

Leaders of Japan, India, US and Australia will instead meet on sidelines of the G7 in Hiroshima this weekend

The Times of India

Joe Biden to meet PM Modi in Japan on the sidelines of the G7 summit

WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden would meet the prime ministers Narendra Modi of India and Anthony Albanese of Australia on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Japan, the White House said on Tuesday on the eve of the president leaving on his now-curtailed foreign trip.

ABC News

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cancels Quad meeting after US President Joe Biden pulls out

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cancels a major meeting of the leaders of the United States, India, Japan and Australia that was set to be hosted at the Sydney Opera House, after US President Joe Biden cancels his visit.

Motorsport

Michelin explains reasoning for SUPER GT GT500 exit

The French tyre supplier made a shock announcement last week that the 2023 season will be its last in the top class of Japan’s top sportscar series, where it supplies Nissan’s two works NISMO Zs, although it plans to maintain a presence in the GT300 division.

Reuters

At Hiroshima G7, bomb survivors grapple with a disarmament dream deferred

The last time a U.S. president visited Hiroshima, atomic bomb survivor Shigeaki Mori was filled with hope for a future without nuclear weapons. Seven years later, he's more sceptical.

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