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A Japanese ‘conman’ tried to sell an undercover DEA agent nuclear materials – but how did he get them?

Takeshi Ebisawa, sentenced to 20 years in prison last week, believed he was selling weapons-grade plutonium to Iran

The Guardian - US

I used Canvas in Gemini to plan a trip — and it found free activities I didn’t expect

Can Google's new AI canvas actually plan a better vacation? I put Gemini’s latest feature to the test for trip planning and was shocked when it uncovered hidden, free activities I never would have found on my own. Here is how it works.

Tom’s Guide

Ranking the Best Home Run Celebrations at the 2026 World Baseball Classic

Japan and Mexico, among others, brought an extra oomph of creativity to the World Baseball Classic this spring.

Sports Illustrated

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Japan's 1st HTV-X cargo craft leaves the International Space Station (photo)

Japan's new HTV-X cargo spacecraft departed the International Space Station today (March 6) after a four-month stay.

Space

Shohei Ohtani Wasted No Time Breaking Another Record in World Baseball Classic Opener

The Dodgers superstar continued his hot hitting in the WBC by fueling a 10-run inning for Japan.

Sports Illustrated

Naoya Inoue to face Junto Nakatani in historic Tokyo Dome megafight

Unbeaten champions Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani will meet at the Tokyo Dome on 2 May in a long-awaited all-Japanese summit meeting

The Guardian - US

Japan, Canada sign strategic agreement in defense and energy as war in Mideast fuels oil concerns

Japan and Canada have signed a strategic agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation in defense, economic and energy security as military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel fueled concern about international oil supplies

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Trump demands ‘unconditional surrender’ from Iran and trots out MAGA-like acronym for his vision of post-war landscape

President’s demand echoes Allied Powers’ ultimatum to Japan at the 1945 Potsdam Conference

The Independent UK

(VIDEO) Shohei Ohtani Crushes Grand Slam in Japan's Dominant WBC Opener Against Chinese Taipei

Shohei Ohtani wasted no time asserting his dominance on the international stage, blasting a grand slam in the second inning to ignite Japan's explosive offense in a commanding 13-0 victory over Chinese Taipei on Friday, March 6, 2026

International Business Times

Just announced, but first batch sold out – the successor to "probably the best 70-200mm zoom in the world ever" is in high demand!

Shipping hasn't even started, yet the first production run of the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is already fully reserved at major Japanese retailers

Digital Camera World

Top 5 Pet-Friendly Travel Destinations; Here’s All You Need To Know

Traveling with pets has gained popularity over the years, especially as people have come to see their pets as part of their families. Rather than leaving their pets behind, people have chosen to take their pets along on their trips. Fortunately, there are many destinations all over the world that…

Times Pets

Peake finds form at Japan-Australasia Championship

Australian golfer Ryan Peake has returned to form to be well in the mix at the first Japan-Australasia Championship in Auckland.

AAP

Aussies bounce Czechs, stay perfect at Baseball Classic

Australia remain on track for a place in the World Baseball Classic's quarter-finals with a second win in as many days in Japan.

AAP

Japan says a second Japanese person is detained in Iran

Japan's Foreign Ministry says a second Japanese national has been detained in Iran and requested the early release of both people

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Team USA’s Full Schedule for the 2026 World Baseball Classic

The full schedule for the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, along with Team USA’s full roster and history in the event.

Sports Illustrated

All-Time World Baseball Classic Team: Picking the Best Players at Each Position

Let's go around the diamond and pick the best performers from the first five iterations of the World Baseball Classic.

TechRadar

Canon could launch a game-changing f/1.4 zoom lens this year — but with one likely catch

A patent application in Japan reveals a range of fast aperture zoom lenses that Canon is exploring, covering full-frame, APS-C, and PowerShot. Here's what we might see

The Times of India

“Which ocean”: IShowSpeed plans livestream search after Eiichiro Oda drops One Piece mystery treasure box into the sea

IShowSpeed reacted to a One Piece celebration video where creator Eiichiro Oda dropped a box containing the story’s secret into the ocean. During his March 4, 2026 livestream, the streamer said he wanted to search for it live. Meanwhile, a Reddit user analyzed the video and suggested Suruga Bay in…

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Exclusive: ‘I don’t think it would be good for Sigma to just chase a trend we don’t know could end in 6-12 months’ says CEO on its plans for compact cameras

We sat down with Sigma's CEO Kazuto Yamaki at the CP+ 2026 show in Japan to discuss the family-owned lens and camera maker's plans

The Conversation

Wild macaques don’t abandon babies. So why did Punch’s mother?

Little Punch, a seven-month-old Japanese macaque living in the Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan, has captured hearts on the internet. Abandoned by his mother in the first few days of his life and raised by the keepers at the zoo, he has had some trouble integrating into the group of…

Fortune

Asia faces an energy shock from the Iran war and a closed Strait of Hormuz, as governments halt exports and draw down stockpiles

Asian countries like China, Korea and Japan have tried to diversify their energy imports, yet they still depend on oil and gas from the Middle East.

Sports Illustrated

Ten Make-or-Break Players for the World Baseball Classic Contenders

From sluggers leading the charge on offense to hurlers who’ll be pushing up against their pitch counts, these players could determine the fate of their teams.

Digital Camera World

This 2022 APS-C camera is outselling Sony's newest full-frame mirrorless release in Japan

The Sony A7 V sales started strong – but it can't beat Canon's ultimate enthusiast camera on the Japanese market

Cycling Weekly

'A massive bucket list item' – Six star riders to compete in Japanese keirin series this summer

GB's Matthew Richardson and Joe Truman will join Olympic champions invited to race in Japan

The Guardian - UK

Nissan ‘says Sunderland plant could close’ if UK excluded from Made in Europe rules

Reports of carmaker’s warning come as lobby group says EU proposals could damage £70bn cross-channel trade

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