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Are Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton Officially Together Now? Pair Reportedly Go Exclusive To Avoid Looking Like A 'Fool'

Kim Kardashian has reportedly gone exclusive with Lewis Hamilton, flying to Tokyo to join the Formula 1 star before the Japanese Grand Prix as they navigate a long‑distance relationship.

International Business Times UK

A knife-wielding man kills a woman at a Tokyo Pokemon shop before taking his own life

A knife attack at a Pokémon store in downtown Tokyo has left a woman and the attacker dead, police say

The Independent UK

Lewis Hamilton shares “full circle” moment after "unreal" samurai experience

Lewis Hamilton reflected on a “full circle” moment in Tokyo after taking a samurai lesson from Kill Bill fight choreographer Tetsuro Shimaguchi ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix

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From Tokyo to Coventry: Haas team boss Ayao Komatsu on his journey to F1’s ‘piranha club’

EXCLUSIVE: The Japanese engineer by trade is leading a team currently positioned above Max Verstappen’s Red Bull. He speaks to Kieran Jackson, ahead of his home race in Suzuka, about his road to the top-table, ignoring Drive to Survive and why Ollie Bearman ‘has no ceiling at all’

The Independent UK

Japan expresses ‘regret’ after knife-wielding soldier breaks into Chinese embassy

Embassy break-in further strains troubled relations between Japan and China

The Independent UK

China protests to Japan over alleged break-in at its embassy in Tokyo

China has lodged a protest to Japan over an alleged break-in at the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo

The Independent UK

‘Who knows surprise better than Japan?’ Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark sparks unease in Tokyo during Iran war statement

President Trump's Pearl Harbor remark to justify his Iran attack sparked outrage in Japan. Critics called his comments ignorant and disrespectful, questioning Japan's equal partnership status. While Prime Minister Takaichi remained silent, many felt she should have protested the historical insensitivity and the war itself, highlighting ongoing debates about Japan's…

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Trump Cracked a Pearl Harbor Joke to Japan — A Day Later, Tokyo Declined His Hormuz Request

Following a controversial joke about the Pearl Harbor attack, Donald Trump confirmed that Japan declined his request to help secure the Middle Eastern Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK

Josh Kerr claims he’s the best — and has the blueprint to beat Cole Hocker

With heartbreaking calf injury in the rearview mirror, Kerr is determined to win a third world title this weekend

The Independent UK

‘There’s a fire simmering’: Molly Caudery on Paris Olympics ‘heartache’, Tokyo injury, and finding redemption

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: British pole vaulter Molly Caudery was red-hot favourite for gold in Paris 2024 but failed to make the final, before a freak injury took her out of the Tokyo World Championships. Six months later she has moved on from the ‘grief’ of losing out at two major championships,…

The Independent UK

Rattled by Trump, Japan seeks closer ties with Europe

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets US President Donald Trump this Thursday in Washington. A long-planned visit upended by the Iran war. It's a tricky moment for the Japanese leader who needs to balance Trump's unpredictability with Tokyo's security needs.

Euronews

British sprint star Amy Hunt on red carpets, racing Keely Hodgkinson, and the path to becoming ‘one of the greats’

INTERVIEW: Amy Hunt, 23, stunned the world when she won 200m silver in the World Athletics Championships last year. Her life is very different six months on, she tells Flo Clifford, but amid the whirl of red carpets, she remains fixated on reaching the top – and breaking down barriers…

The Independent UK

Taiwan sounds alarm over unusual Chinese boat activity while world’s attention is on Iran war

Security analysts suggest mass gathering of fishing vessels in geometric formations may represent a test of Beijing’s ability to mobilise civilian fleets for strategic use. Shweta Sharma reports

The Independent UK

Viral baby monkey Punch shows progress at Japanese zoo as he slowly bonds with other macaques

A baby monkey at the zoo in Japan, who has been making the rounds online is slowly getting along with other monkeys. The infant macaque, named Punch, had been trending after videos showing the infant carrying the stuffed animal because it was having difficulties getting along with the other monkeys…

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From Tokyo to Canberra, Trump's Closest Pacific Allies Are Turning Their Backs on His Hormuz Warship Demand

Donald Trump's plan to form a naval coalition at the Strait of Hormuz hits a snag as Japan and Australia refuse to send warships, raising questions about the coalition's viability.

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Uber Expands Robotaxi Empire With Nissan Deal. Is UBER a Buy Now?

As Uber builds a global robotaxi network through partnerships with automakers and AI startups, how high will the stock soar?

The Guardian - UK

Hooked by Asako Yuzuki review – follow-up to global hit Butter

A Tokyo high-flyer tries to befriend her favourite blogger in a novel that wears its aura of black comedy lightly, and its political statements more heavily

Euronews

Japan tourism is booming as travellers look beyond Tokyo and Kyoto

Authentic experiences and adventure are driving growth in Japan, while next year’s Green Expo in Yokohama will bring natural and cultural sites to the fore.

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A young girl is knocked over at Tokyo crossing – what’s behind Japan’s ‘bumping’ trend?

Viral video of girl being shoved by fellow pedestrian has reignited debate over butsukari – with experts blaming stress and gender dynamics

The Times of India

Punch the baby monkey isn’t being bullied, spends day peacefully: Japan zoo

A young macaque named Punch, abandoned at birth, has become an internet sensation. Videos showed him being chased by other monkeys, sparking concern. The Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo clarified that these are natural disciplinary actions within macaque society, not bullying. Punch is gradually integrating with his troop and becoming…

Sports Illustrated

Shohei Ohtani Closed His Tokyo WBC Showcase With One Last Great Moment

Japan's star did not play but found a way to contribute to the joyous atmosphere.

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Simone Biles feared she would be 'cancelled' after Tokyo Olympics

Gymnast Simone Biles feared she would be "cancelled" after she sensationally withdrew from the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics in Japan because she needed to prioritise her mental and physical health

The Guardian - AU

The half-abandoned Japanese island at the heart of tensions with China

Kasasa island, in the Seto Inland Sea, has only seven residents but its fate is strongly intertwined with relations between Tokyo and Beijing

PC Gamer

I think I've found my gaming mouse heaven but it's on the other side of the world in Tokyo

The Pulsar Playstore is calling to me.

The Guardian - US

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

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