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Japan lifts power-supply warning for Tokyo and surrounding areas

Japan lifted a power-supply warning for Tokyo and surrounding areas on Wednesday as supply stabilised, a day after the government had warned of possible blackouts in the aftermath of an earthquake last week.

Reuters

Japan lifts power outage warning, but supply outlook fragile

Japan’s government lifted a warning of potential blackouts for the Tokyo region as weather and conservation efforts improved, but the supply outlook still appears fragile with several coal-fired plants offline

The Independent UK

Russia halts peace treaty talks with Japan over Ukraine sanctions

Russia's Foreign Ministry said Monday it has no intention of continuing peace treaty talks with Japan, an apparent reprisal against sanctions Tokyo has imposed on Moscow over the Ukraine invasion.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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TEPCO asks for supply from 7 firms; power consumption rate exceeds 100%

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. announced Tuesday that its power supply would be supplemented by seven other major electric power companies nationwide to deal with surging demand in its service area.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

‘World’s best airport’ has indoor rainforest, slide, trampolines and rooftop pool

New airport ranking names Singapore, Tokyo and Mexico City airports among the best

The Independent UK

Celebrating Women’s History Month Through Iconic Sports Illustrated Photos

In honor of Women’s History Month, here are some of Sports Illustrated’s best photos of iconic women athletes throughout the years.

Sports Illustrated

Japan Protests Russia Move to Drop Peace Talks over Ukraine

Japan said Tuesday it "strongly protests" Russia's decision to abandon talks on a World War II peace treaty because of Tokyo's strong response to the invasion of Ukraine. "The latest situation occurred as a result of Russia's aggression against Ukraine, and Russia's attempt to shift the issue to Japan-Russia relations…

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Japan summons Russian envoy after halt to peace treaty talks

Japan's vice foreign minister summoned Russia's ambassador on Tuesday, the foreign ministry said, a day after Moscow's decision to halt peace treaty talks with Tokyo following sanctions imposed by Japan over Ukraine.

Reuters

Power Outage Alert in Japan Amid Quake Damage, Cold Weather

Japan’s government alerted people of potential blackouts Tuesday because power supplies were low after several coal-fired plants temporarily stopped generating electricity following last week's earthquake. The rare alert, calling on households and companies to conserve power, comes as the Tokyo region is facing snow and unusually cold weather for early…

Asharq Al-Awsat

New Liverpool hotel with 'party pads' inspired by Paris, Tokyo and New York to open

The Bling Aparthotel in Hanover Street will be operated by U-Stay

Birmingham Post

Mercedes Partners With Skateboard Company For City-Inspired Art Cars

AMG and Palace Skateboards created four vehicles that pay homage to London, New York, LA, and Tokyo.

Motor1

Ghostwire: Tokyo – 10 tips and tricks to exorcise Shibuya

Here are 10 tips to make your afterlife easier in Ghostwire: Tokyo.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Japan protests Russian halt to World War Two peace treaty talks

Japan reacted angrily on Tuesday after Russia withdrew from peace treaty talks with Japan and froze joint economic projects related to the disputed Kuril islands because of Japanese sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Reuters

Ghostwire: Tokyo review – an incredible setting let down by repetitive mission design

It looks good, it sounds good, it feels good, but repetitive side tasks and by-the-numbers mission design drags the whole thing down.

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'Ghostwire: Tokyo' review: Bethesda's latest is a terrifying tourist trap

'Ghostwire: Tokyo' is a breathtaking and terrifying tour through Shibuya, but a splashy style can make up for a thin narrative.

The Independent UK

S. Korean slavery victim seeks UN justice as time runs out

Thirty years ago, South Korean Lee Yong-soo went public with her story of adduction, rape and forced prostitution by Japan’s wartime military

The Japan News/Yomiuri

'Local' specialties on the move due to global warming

As a fruit normally found in the subtropics grows in Tokyo, peaches are cultivated in Aomori, the prefecture known as "the apple kingdom."

AAP

Little upstages Barber for javelin win

Olympic finalist Mackenzie Little has beaten Tokyo javelin bronze medallist Kelsey-Lee Barber at the Melbourne Track Classic.

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Edinburgh cafe included in best sandwiches in the world guide by Nat Geo

This Holyrood gelato haunt is now rubbing shoulders with top sandwich shops from across the globe in the likes of London, Houston, Tokyo and Singapore. The team have shared their excitement this morning.

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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

World Shares Mixed after Oil Climbs Back above $100

Shares have opened lower in Europe after gains for most Asian benchmarks as oil prices hovered above $100 per barrel. Stocks rose in Tokyo and Shanghai but fell in Paris, Frankfurt and London.

The Guardian - UK

Keely Hodgkinson sets target of four major championship medals in 2022

Keely Hodgkinson has set her sights on winning four major championship medals in 2022 after her success at last year’s Tokyo Olympics

The Independent UK

Cleanup begins after 7.4 quake shakes north Japan, killing 4

Residents were cleaning their homes Thursday after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Fukushima in northern Japan, smashing furniture, knocking out power and killing four people

Bangkok Post

Strong quake in Japan near Fukushima causes blackout, derailment

TOKYO: A magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck northern Japan near Fukushima prefecture late on Wednesday, killing four and injuring dozens of people, as well as derailing a bullet train and disrupting power.

Reuters

Sanctions on Russia are also about protecting Japan says former minister Kono

Japan's sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine are necessary, even if they squeeze energy supplies, because Tokyo one day could need allies to counter China in East Asia, said Taro Kono a former defence chief and ex-foreign minister.

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