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SHOCKING: Japan - You Need To See This

How every F1 2026 team performed so far, team by team

F1's enforced break from racing in April provided a first opportunity to take stock of how the teams have performed in 2026

Motorsport

These 3 Country ETFs Are Big Beneficiaries of the Iran Ceasefire

With fighting in Iran on pause, markets have soared once again. Here are three international ETFs poised to benefit most from normalized oil flows.

MarketBeat

USWNT Takeaways: Veteran Stars Shine in 2–1 Friendly Win Over Japan

Rose Lavelle and Lindsey Heaps starred in a tight contest against the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup champions.

Sports Illustrated

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How every F1 2026 team has performed so far

F1's enforced break from racing in April provided a first opportunity to take stock of how the teams have performed in 2026

Autosport

Cherry Blossom Festival in Berlin attracts many tourists this spring

Each spring, Japanese cherry blossoms across Berlin attract many visitors to the German capital. These vibrant pink and white trees, which bloom for only a few days, can be found scattered throughout parks across the city.

Euronews

After the K-Beauty Boom, Japanese Skincare Is Emerging As A Major Player

After a slew of short-lived trends, "skinminimalism" is resonating

Marie Claire

"You are my god!" Watch Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi praise Ian Paice as she meets her Deep Purple heroes

The politician is a self-confessed rocker who plays Burn by Deep Purple to let off steam

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The three clues to the F1 start problem Antonelli is aiming to solve

Kimi Antonelli leads the Formula 1 world championship, but has made bad getaways in three out of four starts (including the sprint in China), each for different reasons. That's why he's working to refine his start procedure to further strengthen his title credentials

Autosport

Marquez pushed into his third-longest winless streak in MotoGP by shoulder injury

Only during the darkest period of his injury-plagued years between 2020 and 2023 has Marc Marquez endured a longer run without a MotoGP victory, with his milestone 100th win still eluding him

Autosport

Shoulder injury pushes Marc Marquez into his third-longest winless streak in MotoGP

Only during the darkest period of his injury-plagued years between 2020 and 2023 has Marc Marquez endured a longer run without a MotoGP victory, with his milestone 100th win still eluding him

Motorsport

The Japanese-Inspired Bathtub Is Right in the Middle of This Flat on London's 'Silicone Roundabout' — With Windows Onto the Living Room and Kitchen

With concealed bomb damage brought out into the open, and thoughtful Japanese details hidden into the design, this Silicon Roundabout apartment is full of surprise and style

Livingetc

Two manufacturers commit to keep Blu-ray alive after others quit manufacturing — Verbatim and I-O Data extend Blu-ray supply pledge as manufacturers exit the market

Verbatim Japan and I-O Data have widened their joint commitment to keep recordable Blu-ray products on shelves in Japan, this time covering drive hardware as well as media.

Tom’s Hardware

"It's a sea change": Forza Horizon 6 is leaving the Xbox One behind, and it's a better game because of it

Big Preview | Forza Horizon 6 is fully leveraging the power of the Xbox Series X (and eventually the PS5) as the series takes its first tour of Japan

GamesRadar

Why Red Bull and Verstappen looked better in Australia than in China and Japan

The start of the 2026 Formula 1 season has made one thing clear: Red Bull has a great deal of work to do, particularly on the chassis side. The Australian Grand Prix offered some encouragement, but the races in China and Japan have delivered a reality check

Autosport

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Homes & Gardens

I Had the Best Sleep of My Life on a Traditional Japanese Futon – Why a Harder Bed Might Be Better

As a lifelong side sleeper, I didn’t expect a firm, floor-level futon to be comfortable, but I slept better than I have in years

Livingetc

5 Japanese Homes That Are Uniquely Expressive, Creative, and Effortlessly Grounded — They're "Rooted in Tradition Yet Designed for Modern Life"

In excerpts from gestalten's book 'A House in Japan', these homes teach us how to embrace constraints

International Business Times UK

Is Kim Kardashian To Blame For Lewis Hamilton's Loss? Racer Reportedly Fears 'Kardashian Curse' Is Wrecking F1 Career

Lewis Hamilton is reportedly wrestling with talk of a 'Kardashian curse' after finishing sixth at the Japanese GP, as rumours swirl that his relationship with Kim Kardashian is affecting his F1 form.

Motor1

I Drove The Lexus LM Luxury Van In Japan—It Redefines Executive Cars

When you picture a chauffeur car, you probably think of a black, four-door luxury sedan, most likely from a German automaker. And while cars such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class or the BMW 7 Series often dominate the streets in financial districts around the world, the executive sedan isn’t the end-all,…

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LiveScience

Aoshima: Japan's tiny 'Cat Island' where felines hugely outnumber humans

Once a thriving sardine fishing island, today Aoshima is home to roughly 80 cats and just a handful of people who look after the felines with the help of food donations from around Japan.

The Guardian - UK

The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror – review roundup

Loss Protocol by Paul McAuley; Night Babies by Lucie McKnight Hardy; Honeysuckle by Bar Fridman-Tell; Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker

Barchart

S&P Futures Waver With All Eyes on Key U.S. Inflation Data, U.S.-Iran Talks Awaited

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.02% this morning, swinging between gains and losses as investors cautiously await key U.S. inflation data to gauge the impact of higher oil prices stemming from the Middle East conflict.

The Independent UK

Japanese prime minister Takaichi thrilled by Deep Purple's visit to her office

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took a short and happy break Friday as she hosted legendary British rock band Deep Purple in Tokyo as a longtime admirer

Digital Camera World

These two compact cameras are quite different – yet both have been Japan's most popular budget models for months

The Kodak Pixpro FZ55 and C1 continue to top Japan's best-seller lists – but their popularity comes down to very different strengths

The Guardian - AU

Japan confirms release of more oil reserves as concern over energy crisis grows

It will be the second time Japan, which is heavily dependent on Middle East oil, has dipped into its strategic reserves since Iran war began

The Independent UK

The Latest: Kuwait blames Iran for drone strikes as Trump casts doubt on ceasefire

Kuwait has accused Iran of launching drone attacks despite the ceasefire in the Iran war

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