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Ubisoft Delays Assassin's Creed Shadows to March 2025

Ubisoft delayed Assassin's Creed Shadows, initially set for November 2024 release, to March 20, 2025, due to the underperformance of Star Wars Outlaws and to incorporate player feedback, aiming for a smoother launch for this important title in their flagship franchise.

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Hammer Attack Injures Eight at Tokyo University

A female student at Hosei University's Tama Campus in Tokyo injured eight people with a hammer in an attack around 4 pm local time; the assailant, a woman in her 20s, was arrested by university staff.

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China-Linked Hacking Group Targeted Japan in Over 200 Cyberattacks

Japan's National Police Agency linked over 200 cyberattacks from 2019-2024 to a Chinese hacking group, MirrorFace, targeting national security and high-technology data from government ministries, private companies, and individuals, using malware-laced emails and VPN vulnerabilities.

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Biden Blocks US Steel Takeover Amidst National Security Concerns

President Biden blocked Japan's Nippon Steel's \$14 billion takeover of US Steel, citing national security concerns despite dissent from top officials including Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, leading to a lawsuit and raising questions about the CFIUS process.

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Japan to Replace National Security Advisor Amid Incoming Trump Administration

Japan will replace its national security advisor, Takeo Akiba, with Vice Foreign Minister Masataka Okano before President-elect Trump's inauguration; Okano will coordinate diplomatic and security policies, including relations with the U.S. and China, and implement an "active cyber defense" strategy.

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Honda and Nissan to Merge, Creating World's Third-Largest Automaker

Honda and Nissan, facing declining sales and the high cost of electric vehicle production, announced plans to merge and create the world's third-largest automaker by 2026, with Mitsubishi Motors possibly joining the alliance.

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Rise of Listening Bars in UK Reflects Shift in Nightlife Culture

The increasing popularity of listening bars in the UK, such as London's Spiritland and Stockport's Ōdiobā, reflects a shift in nightlife culture amid rising nightclub costs and changing consumer preferences, prioritizing high-fidelity sound systems and relaxed atmospheres.

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Heavy Snow Warning Issued for Japan

Japan's Meteorological Agency warned of heavy snow and potential traffic disruptions from Wednesday to Friday across northern and western Japan, with strong winds and blizzards possible depending on air temperature.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Setouchi: Art, Cycling, and Culture in Japan's Inland Sea

The Setouchi region in Japan, comprising seven prefectures and over 700 islands, offers diverse tourism experiences including contemporary art installations on islands like Naoshima and Teshima, scenic cycling routes such as the Shimanami Kaido and Yumeshima Kaido, and unique cultural and natural at...

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US Steel, Nippon Steel Sue Biden Over Blocked Merger

US Steel and Nippon Steel are suing President Biden for blocking their $14.9 billion merger, which he vetoed on January 4th, 2025, citing national security concerns, prompting Japan to request an explanation.

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World's Longest Road Tunnels: Current Top 10 and Future Developments

The Lærdal Tunnel in Norway, opened in 2000, is currently the world's longest road tunnel at 24.5 km, followed by the Yamate Tunnel in Japan (18.6 km) and the Zhongnanshan Tunnel in China (18.04 km); the upcoming Rogfast Tunnel (27 km) will become the longest upon its 2026 completion.

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Japan's Defense Spending Plan Faces Tax Revenue Uncertainty

Facing uncertainty over tax revenues, Japan plans to spend \$272 billion on defense through 2027, while delaying an income tax hike and relying on potentially unsustainable corporate tax revenue, raising concerns about long-term fiscal stability.

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