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The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Japan sparking tsunami warnings

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The Independent UK

Japan earthquake live: People urged not to return to coast despite tsunami warnings being downgraded

First tsunami waves have begun reaching Iwate prefecture

The Independent UK

Tsunami warning issued after powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan

Warnings for a tsunami as high as 3m issued for Iwate prefecture and parts of Hokkaido

The Independent UK

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7.5 magnitude earthquake: Tsunami observed off Japan coast; bullet train halts operations

A massive earthquake of magnitude 7.5 (revised from initial reported magnitude of 7.4) struck Japan, off ⁠the northeastern coast, on Monday. A tsunami alert has been issued after the quake, according to the Japan Meteorological ⁠Agency.

The Times of India

Breaking down the term 'artificial overtake' – and comparisons with F1's previous turbo era

Domenicali has said 'overtaking is overtaking' and pointed out that F1 drivers also had to lift-and-coast to save fuel in the 1980s turbo era. But do these claims stack up?

Autosport

I Tried Nissan's Hands-Free Driving Tech in Tokyo—It's The Real Deal

Hands-free driving isn't a new concept. Japan has been working on autonomy since the 1970s, when engineers developed computer-controlled cars that would follow pre-determined white lines at a whopping 20 miles per hour. Not exactly practical, but it was the first step toward full autonomy nonetheless.

Motor1

Cooper to warn of dangerous precedent of any Iranian tolls in Strait of Hormuz

The Foreign Secretary is expected to focus on UK–Japan co-operation amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty during a trip to Tokyo.

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CDawgVA turns Cyclethon 5 into $1.47 million success during challenging 15 day Japan ride as total crosses $5 million

CDawgVA completed Cyclethon 5 after cycling across Japan for 15 days and raising nearly $1.5 million for the Immune Deficiency Foundation. The event has grown every year since 2022 and has now crossed $5 million in total donations. Inspired by Ironmouse, the fundraiser remains one of Twitch’s biggest charity efforts.

The Times of India

The Guardian view on Japan’s cherry blossom: when spring slips out of time

Editorial: A 1,200-year dataset shows the ‘peak bloom’ is arriving earlier. Global heating is unsettling nature’s rhythms – and their cultural meaning

The Guardian - UK

What Canada, the U.K. and other G7 nations learned about building resilient education systems during the COVID-19 pandemic

By a dictionary definition, the word resilient means an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change. The key words here? “Recover” and “change.”

The Conversation

North Korea conducts fresh missile tests at sea; South Korea on alert

North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the sea from its east coast on Sunday, prompting South Korea to heighten surveillance and convene an emergency meeting. Japan also detected the launches, protesting the violation of UN resolutions and the threat to regional peace.

The Times of India

This Japanese Zen Garden Planter Idea Is the Easiest Way to Create a Calm, Peaceful Corner on Your Patio

Discover how to create a Japanese zen planter for peace and tranquillity

Homes & Gardens

Rennie's Steelers close gap on ladder leaders in Japan

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has masterminded another victory for the Kobe Steelers, who closed in on the ladder leaders in Japan.

AAP

Would you work with a joke-cracking robot? Japan tries to catch up with China’s humanoids

At Japan’s first robotics expo, Tokyo turns to ‘physical AI’ as China and the US dominate robot manufacturing

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I’m a Travel Expert: 5 Destinations Wealthy Retirees Are Booking for Summer 2026

From Mediterranean cruises to Japan cities and African safaris, see the luxury summer destinations wealthy retirees are booking now. Explore them now.

PC Gamer

Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly already sold 500k on Steam a month before launch, while my beloved Motorsport has crashed into a brick wall

Being set in Japan after years of fan requests certainly helps.

The Independent UK

Kimi Antonelli reveals mindset after surprise F1 title lead

The 19-year-old Mercedes driver claimed his first F1 grand prix victories with triumphs in China and Japan last month

The Independent UK

Japan forced to come up with new word for summer days exceeding 40C

Decision to expand heat classification system follows dramatic temperature changes in recent years

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The Independent UK

Asia and Africa turn to nuclear power as Iran war sparks energy crisis

There are 31 countries that use nuclear power, which provides about 10 per cent of global electricity

The Guardian - UK

‘How do I end a call?’: the elderly Japanese people determined to master smartphones

Elderly people take advantage of courses on how to navigate mobile devices and avoid ‘analogue isolation’

International Business Times

From Alliance to Platform: George Bogden on How the U.S. and Japan Are Building Deterrence and Economic Security Together

The U.S.-Japan alliance is evolving into a strategic partnership spanning defense, technology, and supply chains, as both nations work to strengthen deterrence and compete with China.

Digital Camera World

From 100MP shooters to tiny mirrorless, Japan’s list of best-selling cameras couldn’t be more opposite. These top ten cameras hint at three key photography trends

The latest list of best-selling cameras from Japan is here, and I think it speaks to three key trends in the industry right now

Space

Private Japanese spacecraft will inspect 2 dead satellites in 2027

Astroscale's 2027 ISSA-J mission will mark the first attempt to inspect multiple spacecraft across different orbits in a single flight.

The Independent UK

Chinese Embassy in Japan says authorities fail to act on threats

The Chinese Embassy in Japan says it has received multiple threats and accuses Japanese authorities of not taking effective measures

Barchart

Berkshire Hathaway Just Sold $1.7 Billion in Yen Bonds. What Does That Mean and Why Did New CEO Greg Abel Make the Company’s Third-Largest Yen Deal Ever?

Berkshire Hathaway’s $1.7 billion yen bond sale offers insight into Greg Abel’s early capital allocation strategy.

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