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Safety concerns prompted red flag in Americas GP

The controversial red flag ahead of the Americas MotoGP race was thrown for safety reasons, which prompted the complete restart.After rain fell shortly before the race start, the red flag shown by race direction just before the warm-up lap, moments after polesitter Marc Marquez abandoned his bike on the grid…

Autosport

“The screaming was deafening!”: How a Japanese tour transformed the career of a weird little band known as the ‘Beatles of hard rock’

The heartwarming story of Cheap Trick At Budokan

MusicRadar

'The first exhibition of its kind': The art of 'Young Poland' on display in Japan

Works by Polish artists from the 19th and 20th centuries are on display for the first time at the National Museum of Modern Art in Kyoto. The exhibition 'Young Poland: Polish Art 1890-1918' includes echoes of Japanese artistic tradition.

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Pete Hegseth Calls Japan an 'Indispensible Partner' in Combatting Chinese Military

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Japan's critical role in countering Chinese military aggression during his visit to Tokyo on Sunday.

Latin Times

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vows to stand with Japan in face of ‘aggressive’ China

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said America is “ready to stand shoulder to shoulder” with Japan, adding that the two countries “stand firmly together” against “aggressive and corrosive actions” from China.

The Independent UK

Why are Japanese game developers succeeding where western devs aren't?

Some think it was due to moment of rediscovery.

Creative Bloq

Manu's Japanese run continues as Verblitz beat Eagles

Former NRL star Joey Manu has continue his winning ways in Japan, leading Verblitz to a 12-point win over Yokohama Eagles.

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Pentagon Chief Says US Will Ensure 'Deterrence' Across Taiwan Strait

The United States will ensure "robust, ready and credible deterrence" across the Taiwan Strait, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Sunday, calling China "aggressive and coercive".

International Business Times

China, South Korea And Japan Agree To Strengthen Free Trade

China, South Korea and Japan agreed Sunday to strengthen free trade in the face of a raft of new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.

International Business Times

Hegseth calls Japan indispensable in the face of Chinese aggression

U_S_ Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has called Japan an “indispensable partner” in deterring growing Chinese assertiveness in the region and announced upgrading the U_S_ military command in Japan to a new “war-fighting headquarters.”

The Independent UK

Tsunoda relishing the pressure as he targets a podium on Red Bull F1 debut

Yuki Tsunoda says he is targeting a podium spot at next week's Japanese Grand Prix as he reacts to his shock Red Bull switch for the remainder of the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Motorsport

Tsunoda targets Japan podium after "unreal" Red Bull F1 switch

Yuki Tsunoda says he is targeting a podium spot at next week's Japanese Grand Prix as he reacts to his shock Red Bull switch for the remainder of the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Autosport

Watch: Tokyo crowd gathers to see cherry blossoms before full bloom

Watch live as tourists gather in Tokyo to see the Japanese capital's cherry blossoms before full bloom.

The Independent UK

Shiki, Norwich: ‘Unexpectedly reasonable’ – restaurant review

A pre-match lunch with my father at a Japanese restaurant is in a league of its own

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Marko exclusive: “We’re not dropping Lawson – we’re saving his future”

Was it a mistake for Red Bull to pick Liam Lawson over Yuki Tsunoda in the first place? Why wasn’t the New Zealander allowed to race for the team in Japan, a track he knows well? What did Max Verstappen think of the decision? And is Red Bull risking its…

Salon

Are $25 luxury strawberries worth it?

What do these strawberries have over Driscoll's?

Reason

Rise of the Samurai Lawyers

An economist explores how a stable and relatively just legal order emerged in medieval Japan.

Tom’s Guide

There's nothing more I want in 2025 than these new Star Wars earbuds

There are Star Wars Earbuds coming out to celebrate Star Wars Day Japan. What more do we need to say?

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The Independent UK

US, Japan, Philippines stage navy drills in disputed South China Sea as a Chinese ship keeps watch

The United States, Japan and the Philippines have staged joint naval drills to boost crisis readiness off a disputed South China Sea shoal as a Chinese military ship kept watch from a distance

Barchart

Stock Index Futures Slip on Tariff Uncertainty Ahead of U.S. PCE Inflation Data

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are down -0.20%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are down -0.32% this morning as market participants remain cautious amid uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariffs while also awaiting the release of the Federal Reserve’s first-line inflation gauge.

The Guardian - US

Ilona Maher makes USA rugby squad to face Japan before Pacific Four challenge

Social media influencer, reality TV star, podcaster and center continues chase for place at World Cup in England

Motor1

Why Toyota Was Disappointed by the Honda-Nissan Merger Talks

Having joined Toyota in 1984, Akio Toyoda likely knows the ins and outs of the automotive industry better than anyone. As CEO for over a decade before stepping down in 2023 to become chairman of the board, he played a crucial role in Toyota’s rise to global dominance. In 2024,…

International Business Times UK

'They Still Use Fax Machines!': US Expat Shares 3 Surprising Realities of Working in Japan

While renowned for cutting-edge technology, Japan's continued reliance on practices like fax machines offers a glimpse into the enduring traditions.

International Business Times

Japan PM Says Trump's Tariff Views Hard To Understand

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Friday that Donald Trump's views on tariffs were "difficult to understand" after the US president announced 25 percent levies on imported cars and parts.

The Guardian - AU

Japan unveils first plan to evacuate 100,000 civilians from islands near Taiwan in event of conflict

Prospect of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan has forced Japan to step up measures to protect islands in Okinawa prefecture

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