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Head of Japanese entertainment company mired in sex abuse scandal apologizes, promises fix

The head of a major Japanese boys-group talent agency has released a YouTube video apologizing for the sexual abuse allegedly perpetrated by her predecessor and promised to prevent a recurrence

The Independent UK

Exclusive-G7 leaders to target Russian energy, trade in new sanctions steps -sources

Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations plan to tighten sanctions on Russia at their summit in Japan this week, with steps aimed at energy and exports aiding Moscow's war effort, said officials with direct knowledge of the discussions.

Reuters

Cancer stricken mum suffers airport heartbreak waiting to board bucket list trip

Elen Thomas, from Wales, was not entitled to a refund when she missed her flight at Heathrow Airport where she was supposed to jet off to Japan with her 11-year-old son

Daily Mirror

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Coach Sajid Lodi praises India team for the effort in Junior Davis Cup

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The Hindu

Plan 75 review – Japanese euthanasia drama grapples with tough questions

Japan’s over-75s are offered a painless death in exchange for a modest payment in Chie Hayakawa’s slow-burning film

The Guardian - UK

Cancer stricken mum suffers airport heartbreak waiting to board bucket list holiday

Elen Thomas lost the dream holiday she was taking her son on after suddenly falling ill at the airport departure gate

Wales Online

Sunak to press EU leaders on migration after small boats bill backlash

Intervention comes days after Archbishop of Canterbury condemned PM’s Rwanda plan

The Independent UK

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Rishi Sunak set for busy week of diplomacy in Iceland and Japan

The Prime Minister is to travel to a Council of Europe summit in Iceland, before heading Japan for a bilateral meeting in Tokyo and a G7 gathering.

The Independent UK

China and Russia are increasing their military collaboration, Japan's foreign minister warns

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi has expressed concern about Russian and Chinese military cooperation in Asia, saying the security situation in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region was indivisible since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine

The Independent UK

Japan boss skips Celtic on Euro tour list but Kyogo and Hatate told all hope is not lost

It was expected Moriyasu would head to Glasgow but he revealed his alternative arrangements for the pair.

Daily Record

Sou Fujimoto temporary hall for the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine features 'floating forest'

A new Sou Fujimoto temporary hall for the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Japan is revealed, completed with an elevated, lush green roof

Wallpaper

Dublin Japanese restaurant introducing new dishes using family recipes

Okky on Aungier Street completely changes how Dublin foodies experienced the Japanese cuisine until now

Dublin Live

G7 finance leaders pledge to contain inflation and to continue support for Ukraine

Finance ministers and central bank chiefs ended talks in Japan with a joint statement pledging to bring inflation under control while aiding those suffering the most from surging prices.

WEKU

G-7 finance chiefs boost Ukraine aid, propose supply chain plan

NIIGATA: Group of Seven (G-7) finance chiefs put more aid on the table for Ukraine, set up a new supply chain initiative and vowed to fill regulatory gaps in the banking sector in a show of unity on global geo-economic issues after three days of talks.

Bangkok Post

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Reuters

G7 plans new vaccine effort for developing nations, Yomiuri reports

The Group of Seven (G7) rich nations is set to agree on establishing a new programme to distribute vaccines to developing countries at next week's summit of leaders, Japan's Yomiuri newspaper said on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Japan's Kishida says G7 facing historic moment as finance leaders wrap up talks on global economy

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says the world is facing a “historic turning point” as the country prepares to host the annual summit of the Group of Seven advanced economies next week in Hiroshima

InsideEVs

Tesla Cancels Right-Hand-Drive Model S And Model X Orders

Tesla informed Model S and Model X reservation holders in the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan that it no longer plans to build RHD versions.

Sports Illustrated

A Women’s Wrestling Pioneer Makes a Rare Return to the Ring

At 58, Chigusa Nagayo will look to remind audiences of the hard-hitting, intense style that made her famous in Japan.

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France 24

Haute couture, spring-summer 2023: The hidden facets of designers

What are the hidden facets of today's fashion designers? Research and exploration, which spark creativity. Young Ukrainian designer Ivan Frolov digs deep into our propensity to seek the source of our desires. Dutch designer Iris van Herpen immerses herself in the depths of the ocean. Back on dry land, Japan's…

The Guardian - UK

Isolation nation: Japan tries to draw its citizens out of post-Covid seclusion

The ranks of hikikomori, people who shun social life and stay at home, have swollen to almost 1.5 million of working age

The Independent UK

Toyota: Data on more than 2 million vehicles in Japan were at risk in decade-long breach

Toyota’s much-touted online service for its drivers had a data breach spanning over a decade, risking outside access to information on more than 2 million vehicles

France 24

Elon Musk says he has hired a woman to replace him as CEO

Twitter boss Elon Musk says he has hired someone to replace him, without naming the new CEO, simply saying she will start in about six weeks. It comes after the billionaire asked Twitter users in a poll if he should step down, with 17 million accounts voting yes. Musk has…

The News Lens

Japan: Public Reluctant To Defend Taiwan Should China Invade

A new opinion poll has found that over half of the Japanese population is of the opinion that the Japan Self-Defense Forces should not become involved in fighting if China invades Taiwan.

The Independent UK

G-7 talks focus on ways to fortify banks, supply chains as China accuses group of hypocrisy

Financial leaders of the Group of Seven advanced economies are focusing on ways to fortify ever more complicated financial systems and supply chains during meetings in Japan ahead of a summit next week

Autosport

Jann Mardenborough to make racing return in Fuji 24 Hours

The British driver will make his first outing since he lost his Nissan SUPER GT drive at the end of 2020 with Helm Motorsports for the blue riband round of Japan’s second-tier Super Taikyu series on 27-28 May.

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