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Andretti Formula E Cars Receive Japanese Tuner Makeover for Tokyo Night Race

Andretti Formula E Cars Receive Japanese Tuner Makeover for Tokyo Night Race

Andretti Formula E Cars Receive Japanese Tuner Makeover for Tokyo Night Race
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Andretti's Formula E Cars Get Liberty Walk Makeover for Tokyo Night Race

Andretti's Formula E Cars Get Liberty Walk Makeover for Tokyo Night Race

Andretti's Formula E Cars Get Liberty Walk Makeover for Tokyo Night Race
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UNESCO adds France's D-Day landing beaches, Greece's Mount Olympus to World Heritage List

UNESCO adds France's D-Day landing beaches, Greece's Mount Olympus to World Heritage List

World War II’s D-Day landing beaches in northern France and the iconic Mount Olympus in Greece were among the sites added to the World Heritage List on Sunday at a U.N. committee meeting in South Korea reviewing dozens of nominations
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Japanese Farmers Adapt to Heatwave by Planting Heat-Resistant Rice Varieties

Japanese Farmers Adapt to Heatwave by Planting Heat-Resistant Rice Varieties

In response to a severe heatwave in Tokyo, Japanese farmers are adapting by planting more heat-resistant varieties of rice and experimenting with alternative crops such as avocados. The heatwave has led to significant health issues, with over 4,500 people hospitalized and seven deaths reported across the country. Authorities have issued heatstroke alerts and urged residents to use air conditioning and stay hydrated. The heat has affected various sectors, including education and sports, with schools and sporting events adjusting their schedules to avoid the hottest parts of the day.
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China's Dominance in the Global Electric Vehicle Market

China's Dominance in the Global Electric Vehicle Market

China has emerged as a dominant force in the global electric vehicle (EV) market, leveraging its strategic investments in technology and production capabilities. The country has significantly increased its EV exports, with companies like BYD narrowing the sales gap with traditional leaders such as Toyota. This shift is evident in markets like Australia, where Chinese EVs are gaining popularity due to their affordability and advanced technology. The trend reflects a broader global shift towards electric vehicles, driven by environmental and economic factors.
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Stocks edge higher while crude oil prices fall for the first time in a week

Stocks edge higher while crude oil prices fall for the first time in a week

Stocks are edging higher on Wall Street and oil prices are falling for the first time in a week, even as heavy fighting in the Middle East again threatened to slow the global flow of oil
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DigitalBlast Secures Starlab Space Station Reservation for Post-ISS Era

DigitalBlast Secures Starlab Space Station Reservation for Post-ISS Era

DigitalBlast Secures Starlab Space Station Reservation for Post-ISS Era
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Young Japanese Artists Transform School Blackboards into Creative Canvases

Young Japanese Artists Transform School Blackboards into Creative Canvases

In Japan, high school students are turning traditional blackboards into vibrant canvases for artistic expression through the annual 'Kokuban Art Koshien' contest. This national championship, which began in 2015, invites students to create intricate chalk artworks on blackboards, a medium that offers a unique blend of creativity and impermanence. The contest, organized by Nichigaku Co., a Tokyo-based blackboard manufacturer, sees participation from about 300 high schools and junior high schools. Students collaborate to produce artworks that range from depictions of dinosaurs and manga scenes to interpretations of famous artworks like Hokusai’s Mount Fuji. The contest not only encourages artistic experimentation but also fosters teamwork among students. The artworks are judged based on photographs, as the blackboards themselves are not easily transportable. Winners of the contest are announced in November.
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International Negotiating Committee Faces Challenges in Global Plastic Treaty Talks

International Negotiating Committee Faces Challenges in Global Plastic Treaty Talks

Negotiations for a global treaty on plastic pollution have faced significant challenges, with 183 nations unable to reach an agreement on reducing plastic production. The International Negotiating Committee (INC) meeting in August last year ended without a resolution, leading to the resignation of the chair. Concerns have been raised about the influence of powerful oil- and plastic-producing countries, such as Saudi Arabia and the U.S., in informal meetings that could steer the treaty process. These meetings, like the one in Tokyo led by Japan, have been criticized for lacking transparency and excluding key voices. The ongoing debate centers around whether the treaty should address the root causes of plastic pollution, such as oil extraction and plastic production, or focus on waste management.
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Nissan Unveils 2026 Leaf NISMO with Enhanced Performance Features for Japanese Market

Nissan Unveils 2026 Leaf NISMO with Enhanced Performance Features for Japanese Market

Nissan Unveils 2026 Leaf NISMO with Enhanced Performance Features for Japanese Market
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US tariff hikes linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners

US tariff hikes linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners

U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest set of tariff hikes has provoked heated objections from America’s trading partners
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Wall Street inches higher as markets absorb war, tariffs, high energy costs and AI anxiety

Wall Street inches higher as markets absorb war, tariffs, high energy costs and AI anxiety

U.S. markets ticked higher in premarket trading and oil prices retreated for the first time in a week, even as heavy fighting in the Middle East again threatened to slow the global flow of oil and gas