OSAKA, Jul 24 (News On Japan) - Osaka is making a renewed effort to host the F1 Grand Prix, with the Osaka Tourism Bureau announcing the establishment of the 'Osaka Motorsports Promotion Council' on July 23.
Entertainer and experienced driver Masahiko Kondo will participate as an expert. Despite a previous failed attempt to bring the event to the Expo site, the council plans to hold its first meeting in August to strategize a new bid.
Source: MBS
Diagnosed with lung cancer in his forties and given a prognosis of just six months to live, a man has defied the odds and is still working full-time, eight years after the initial diagnosis. This was made possible by the latest treatment method known as "cancer genome medicine."
The Hirose River in Sendai City has turned a mysterious red, sparking local concern. Residents are puzzled, with some noting they've never seen anything like it before.
Since the invasion of Ukraine and the consequent wave of foreign business withdrawals from Russia, products mimicking Japanese imports have been appearing in greater numbers across the country.
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This June, Tencent E-sports officially launched the “Empower Esports Worldwide Series.”
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Third Round AFC Asian Qualifier, Australia v Japan, at Saitama Stadium 2002 on Tuesday 15 October. (Football Australia)
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Toyota Motor Corporation announced last Friday that it has partnered with the American F1 team, Haas, to collaborate on vehicle development, marking Toyota's return to the sport after withdrawing in 2009.
Enjoy the highlights of the match between Saudi Arabia and Japan from matchday 3 of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ Road to 26. (AFC Asian Cup)
