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Magnitude 5.5 quake hits Japan's northeast, no tsunami warning

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.5 hit parts of Iwate prefecture in northeastern Japan late on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.

Reuters

Original ‘Godzilla’ Actor Akira Takarada Dies at 87

Japanese actor Akira Takarada, who starred in the original 1954 "Godzilla" and several later films featuring the city-wrecking monster, has died in Tokyo aged 87. Takarada, who appeared at the premiere of his latest film earlier this month, passed away in hospital having contracted pneumonia, Japanese media reported Friday. "We…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Russia sanctions: Mercedes-Benz and L’Oreal join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list

Banks, businesses, oligarchs and Cabinet ministers all targeted with harsh economic penalties by Western democracies as punishment for Vladimir Putin’s actions

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Socceroos boss Arnold gets COVID-19 again

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has COVID-19 for a second time and is in self-isolation in a massive blow before the crunch World Cup qualifier against Japan.

AAP

Ukraine president could address Japan parliament as soon as Tuesday - TV Asahi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy may deliver an online speech to Japan's parliament as soon as March 22, broadcaster TV Asahi said on Friday, citing a ruling party lawmaker.

Reuters

Saudi Crown Prince Stresses Importance of Maintaining OPEC+ Agreement

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stressed the importance of maintaining the OPEC+ agreement and the kingdom’s keenness on keeping oil markets balanced and stable. This came during a phone call he held Thursday with the Japanese prime minister, Fumio Kishida. During the call, they discussed potential opportunities for…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Quake-hit Japan plants restart but Toyota to suspend 18 assembly lines

Japanese manufacturers began restarting production at plants in the country's quake-hit northeast, but Toyota Motor Corp said it plans to idle 18 assembly lines for a few days next week due to a shortage of parts from suppliers.

Reuters

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More sanctions on Russia over Ukraine, Biden to talk to Xi

KYIV/LVIV, Ukraine: Japan and Australia on Friday slapped fresh sanctions on Russian entities as punishment for Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, which the West says has been stalled by staunch resistance but continues to take a devastating toll on civilians.

Bangkok Post

Russia 'tightening noose' on Mariupol; Biden tells China not to fuel assault

Russia said its forces were "tightening the noose" around the besieged Ukrainian port of Mariupol on Friday and concern grew over mass civilian casualties as the United States again warned China against aiding Moscow in its invasion.

Reuters

Hope, hard reality mix in Japanese town wrecked by disaster

Until recently, Futaba, home to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, has been entirely empty of residents since the March 2011 earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster

The Independent UK

Japan adds Russia sanctions, U.S. envoy offers home to Ukrainians

(Fixes typo in paragraph two)

Reuters

Yamaha Announces E01 Electric Scooter Limited Lease Program In Japan

Yamaha officially launched its first E01 electric scooter limited-time demonstration program in Japan, where selected riders will lease it and give feedback.

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Japan princess says lives lost in Ukraine breaks her heart

Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s only daughter, Princess Aiko, said she is heartbroken by the loss of many lives in Ukraine during her first solo news conference as an adult royal member

The Independent UK

Daily Dose Ep 997: AAP moves SC over civic polls, BARC resumes TV news ratings

Yusra Hasan brings you the news from Delhi, the Parliament, Delhi High Court and Japan.

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Mitsubishi Ralliart Accessories Debut For Minivans, SUVs In Japan

Four models initially get the kits in line with the Ralliart brand revival.

The Independent UK

Japanese PM to visit India to build Indo-Pacific partnership

An Indian official say Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will meet with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, to strengthen their partnership in view of China’s growing footprint in the region

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Night trading of financial products on the rise on Japan's markets

On Japan's financial markets, night trading of financial products has been on the rise since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, apparently as investors try to avert the risks of price fluctuations during daytime sessions, which are susceptible to overnight changes in the situation in Ukraine.

The Conversation

Russia’s no longer a ‘most-favored nation’: 5 questions about the coveted trading status answered

The U.S., the European Union, Japan and Canada are further severing Russia from global markets by removing a coveted trading designation over its war in Ukraine. Known as most-favored-nation status, it generally entitles a country to the best possible trading terms, which comes with many economic benefits. The EU agreed…

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Mermaids in Japan – from hideous harbingers of violence to beautiful enchantresses

A report that scientists have begun tests on a 300-year-old “mermaid mummy” to identify its origins, has stimulated an interest in the existence of mermaids in Japanese folklore.

RideApart

Arai Adds The RX-7X Takumi To Its Race Helmet Lineup

Arai will release the RX-7X in a new livery inspired from Japanese racer Takumi Takahashi. The new helmet is set to hit stores in May 2022.

Motorsport

Farfus expects new BMW M4 GT3 to win races in Japan

Augusto Farfus has no doubt that the new BMW M4 GT3 will be competitive in its first season in SUPER GT despite the car’s lacklustre performance at the Rolex 24 in Daytona.

Football London

Arsenal hit with Takehiro Tomiyasu injury blow as major decision made on potential departure

Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has been left on the sidelines for a while and looks set to stay with Arsenal over the upcoming international break

Reuters

Japanese emperor's daughter says being an adult royal still 'rather tense', marriage far off

Princess Aiko, the only child of Japanese Emperor Naruhito, said on Thursday that taking part in rituals as an adult member of the imperial family remained "rather tense" for her, and marriage is still far in the future.

Dynamite News

Army chief Gen Naravane speaks to General of Japan Ground Self-Defense Force on defence cooperation

Army Chief General MM Naravane on Thursday held a telephonic interaction with General Yoshida Yoshihide, Chief of Staff, Ground Self-Defence Force, Japan and discussed aspects of bilateral defence cooperation.

The Independent UK

Russia sanctions: Mercedes-Benz and L’Oreal join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list

Banks, businesses, oligarchs and Cabinet ministers all targeted with harsh economic penalties by Western democracies as punishment for Vladimir Putin’s actions

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