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Not Humans, This Japanese Startup Is Building 'Robot Employees' To Work In Space: At a time when Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin are busy working ...
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Not Humans, This Japanese Startup Is Building 'Robot Employees' To Work In Space: At a time when Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin are busy working ...
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Musk's Grok-1.5 AI chatbot to be available on social network X next week: Musk said xAI would open-source Grok, days after the billionaire sued Microsoft-backed ...
business-standard.com/companies/start-ups/musk-s-grok-1-5-ai-chatbot-to-be-available-on-social-network-x-next-week-124032900475_1.html
How Hui Muslims Waged Holy War for China in World War II: Their patriotic loyalty was based on centuries of tradition, a history that is now largely forgotten
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5 dead, over 100 hospitalised from recalled Japanese health supplements: Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co. came under fire for not going public quickly with problems ...
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Wanted in South Korea: Imperialism-Free Cherry Blossoms: Activists want to replace a variety of cherry tree associated with the Japanese colonial era with one ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/29/world/asia/cherry-blossom-tree-japan-korea.html
Quick Glance: Seeking in South Korea: Cherry Blossoms Free of Imperialism
- Activists in South Korea aim to replace a cherry tree variety associated with the Japanese colonial era with a type they claim is Korean.
- The debate over the origins of South Korea's cherry trees is complex, intertwined with nationalist propaganda and genetic evolution.
- Cherry blossoms are celebrated in Japanese culture as symbols of impermanence.
- Ecologist Shin Joon Hwan and his group seek to replace Japanese cherry trees in South Korea with native cherry trees.
Elon Musk Announces Significant Changes to X. Here’s What to Know: Elon Musk has announced new changes to X (formerly Twitter) that will allow certain accounts ...
time.com/6961456/elon-musk-x-twitter-updates-changes-premium-features/
Elon Musk's X tests 'adult content' label for X-rated Communities: But what does it mean for the little-used X groups feature?
mashable.com/article/twitter-x-communities-adult-content-label
With China EV launch, Xiaomi's 'Thor' takes on Elon Musk: He was called China's answer to Steve Jobs for taking Xiaomi from scrappy startup to an electronics ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/with-china-ev-launch-xiaomis-thor-takes-elon-musk-2024-03-29/
Quick Glance: Xiaomi's 'Thor' Challenges Elon Musk with China EV Launch
- Lei Jun, Xiaomi's co-founder and CEO, unveils a highly anticipated electric car in China that challenges Tesla's 'Thor'.
- Xiaomi's EV marketing strategy mirrors Elon Musk's approach, with Lei Jun being dubbed 'Thor' by fans.
- Xiaomi's SU7 model enters the Chinese EV market at an attractive price, with production supported by Beijing authorities.
- Venturing into the premium market poses new challenges for Xiaomi, despite receiving significant orders for the SU7 model.
Tesla's rivals pile on, GM's plan, and the Baltimore bridge collapse: Autos news roundup
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Japanese city to allow kids to miss 3 days of school per year for more family time - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/023000c
Swimming: Paris-bound Ikee aims to beat her Rio Olympic times - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Paris Olympics-bound Japanese swimmer Rikako Ikee said Friday her ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0sp/045000c
Tokyo inflation slowdown, output slide clouds BOJ's rate hike outlook: Core inflation in Japan's capital slowed in March and factory output unexpectedly slid in ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/tokyo-inflation-slows-march-clouding-rate-hike-outlook-2024-03-28/
Victorian government department quits Elon Musk’s X, saying it’s no longer safe or productive
theguardian.com/technology/2024/mar/28/victorian-government-department-quits-elon-musks-x-twitter-department-families-fairness-housing
Quick Glance: Victoria departs from Elon Musk's X due to safety concerns
- A government department in Victoria has decided to part ways with the social media platform X, now owned by billionaire Elon Musk. The choice was made due to safety concerns and lack of productivity in community engagement, with expectations of more agencies following suit.
- The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) has announced their final post on the platform formerly known as Twitter, stating that the breakup was overdue. They will now share news and stories about the communities in Victoria they work with on alternative platforms.
Elon Musk unfollows Grimes after she appears to announce new boyfriend: Musician Claire Boucher, aka Grimes, seems to have announced a new boyfriend on Instagram ...
indy100.com/celebrities/elon-musk-grimes-boyfriend
Hyperloop: Europe's longest Hyperloop test tube is ready - Golem.de: The tube is over 400 meters long and also makes it possible to test turning ...
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Musk questioned in defamation lawsuit over X post about street brawl: Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk was questioned on Wednesday as part of a defamation ...
reuters.com/legal/government/musk-questioned-defamation-lawsuit-over-x-post-about-street-brawl-2024-03-28/
Elon Musk’s X Is Testing ‘Adult Content’ Groups for Users: X, the social network formerly known as Twitter, is testing a feature that lets users create or join ...
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Elon Musk's favors from China leave him exposed: NYT: The Tesla chief's relationship with China, where the EV company has a massive plant ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Directive to Implement Full Self-Driving Beta in Every New Tesla Delivery
- Elon Musk has instructed Tesla employees to install and demonstrate Full Self-Driving Beta for all customers receiving a delivery in North America.
- Tesla is committed to enhancing the system continuously, aiming to eliminate the need for driver attention and achieve true autonomous driving.
- In a move to increase customer acceptance, Elon Musk directed Tesla employees this morning to install the FSD Beta software on all newly delivered vehicles and provide brief test drives to the new buyers.
- Requiring a test drive with each new delivery is expected to significantly increase the workload at Tesla stores and delivery centers, a requirement Musk emphasizes as crucial.
Films that give the Japanese perspective of the atomic bomb: Movies about the nation's darkest days — in genres such as dramas, fantasies and anime — offer ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/03/27/film/wwii-atomic-bomb-japan-perspective/
BYD Seal test drive, review: Elon Musk's lucky it's not on sale in US: I test drove the BYD Seal for a week and was impressed with the stylish electric car ...
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Will Elon Musk accept Dogecoin on X? Here's what you need to know.: Musk's favorite cryptocurrency is back in the news, soaring nearly 50% in value in the past ...
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Investors Shun China and India, Reward Japan as Earnings Season Winds Down: As the Asia-Pacific reporting season takes a breather, a look at how investors have ...
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Execs in Japan busted for winning dev bids then outsourcing to North Koreans: Government issues stern warning over despot money-making scheme
theregister.com/2024/03/28/japan_nk_arrests/
Quick Glance: Execs in Japan Arrested for Winning Dev Bids and Outsourcing to NK
- Two executives in Japan were issued arrest warrants for charges related to establishing a business that outsourced work to North Korean IT engineers.
- Authorities suspect Pak may have connections to a person involved in the foreign currency acquisition activities of the Hermit Kingdom, and are looking into potential money flow to North Korea.
- Amid an investigation involving the development of a smartphone app that breached Japan's banking act, authorities found suspicious transfers to North Korean IT engineers from Robast.
- Hiring a North Korean for development tasks can contribute foreign currency and illicit funds for a despot's operations, while also violating national sanctions.
Elon Musk to Open Grok AI to Cheaper X Premium Tier: The AI-powered chatbot is currently only available via the most expensive Premium+ ...
pcmag.com/news/elon-musk-to-open-grok-ai-to-cheaper-x-premium-tier
Quick Glance: New Availability of Grok AI Announced for X Premium Subscribers
- Elon Musk has officially announced that Grok, the AI chatbot from Musk's xAI, is now accessible to all X Premium users. Previously, Grok was exclusively available to X Premium+ subscribers.
- In March of this year, xAI took a significant step by releasing Grok as an open-source project. This move enables developers and researchers to leverage the powerful 'weights and architecture' behind xAI's Grok chatbot for their projects at no cost.
- The release of Grok is under the Apache 2.0 license, allowing commercial use. Reports indicate that Grok is now available on GitHub, allowing anyone to freely experiment with the 'raw' basic version of the pre-trained Grok big language models.
- Grok, the 'conversational AI for understanding the universe,' was first introduced to the public at the end of 2023. The Grok chatbot can access real-time X data, which sets it apart from competitors, aiming to establish itself as a more modern and edgy alternative to other chatbots.
Japan adds driver, railway roles to skilled foreign worker visa - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government on Friday added four new industries to ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0na/030000c
X / Twitter use is down by nearly a quarter since the Musk Era started, report says
mashable.com/article/x-twitter-daily-active-users-mobile-app-decline-report-x-disputes
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Shogun-star-Hiroyuki-Sanada-paves-Hollywood-path-for-Japanese-talent
'Godzilla Minus One' Filmmaker Takashi Yamazaki Signs With CAA: Takashi Yamazaki, the Japanese filmmaker and vfx supervisor of Oscar-winning smash hit ...
variety.com/2024/film/global/godzilla-minus-one-takashi-yamazaki-caa-1235954427/
3 Body Problem: The Netflix show’s wildest question isn’t about aliens: Based on Cixin Liu’s sci-fi novel, the show asks: Would human extinction be such a ...
vox.com/future-perfect/24114757/3-body-problem-netflix-aliens-human-extinction-transhumanism-religion
Hit TV satire reveals how Japanese society has changed: A time-travelling TV comedy with a bawdy middle-aged hero has become a big hit in Japan ...
japantoday.com/category/entertainment/hit-tv-satire-reveals-how-japanese-society-has-changed
Examiner's column: I hope Elon Musk solves my front door problem: Looking for the ideal lock alternative? Our columnist has already tried everything ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/kolumnen/pruefers-kolumne-ich-hoffe-elon-musk-loest-mein-haustuerproblem/100027551.html
Easy Japanese news in translation: 101-year-old locomotive retires in Kumamoto Prefecture - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
'Fruitful' Japan-N. Korea ties will benefit both nations: Kishida - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Thursday that ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0na/056000c
Elon Musk makes X premium features ‘free’ for all accounts with more than 2,500 verified followers: Details
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South Korea’s JoongAng Hires Japanese Reporter as Tokyo Correspondent : It’s the first time that any South Korean newspaper has ever employed a Japanese reporter ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/south-koreas-joongang-hires-japanese-reporter-as-tokyo-correspondent/
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Japan to maintain trade sanctions on Russia for another year - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government decided Friday to continue denying Russia ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0na/021000c
Shohei Ohtani is caught up in a scandal as mysterious as he is: Quite possibly the most interesting thing about Shohei Ohtani is that even when he talks ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/03/27/ohtani-press-conference/
Tesla's (TSLA) New Unboxed Manufacturing Process Aims to Cut Costs 50%: A new ‘unboxed’ production system could slash costs in half — if the EV maker can ...
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US election: Nicole Shanahan reshuffles the cards - unexpected turnaround: In addition to Biden and Trump, there is another prominent non-partisan candidate in ...
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Billionaire List Shows 10 Men Worth Combined $1.5 Trillion: The world's top 10 billionaires added $426 billion to their wealth and are worth a combined $ 1 ...
newsweek.com/global-rich-list-top-ten-billionaires-worth-trillion-us-china-1884407
Tesla starts using ‘Supervised Full Self-Driving’ language: Tesla and Elon Musk have started using the term “Supervised Full Self-Driving” when discussing their ...
electrek.co/2024/03/28/tesla-supervised-full-self-driving-language/
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
reuters.com/world/japan-tees-up-abes-ex-interpreter-help-chart-course-with-trump-2024-03-26/
A Japanese 'flavor wizard' conquers the homeland of chocolate: Yasushi Sasaki has been named Brussels' chocolatier of the year by the prestigious Gault & Millau ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/03/27/food-drink/yasushi-sasaki-japanese-chocolate-belgium/
Yoasobi Shows ‘Strong and Unrivaled’ Presence in Music Scene; Puts Unique Origins to Good Use
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/culture/music/20240329-177305/
Wild Birds Gesture ‘After You’ to Insist Their Mate Go First: Like humans, these small Japanese birds communicate abstract concepts with gestures
scientificamerican.com/article/wild-birds-gesture-after-you-to-insist-their-mate-go-first/
Japan deaths linked to red yeast rice supplements raise food safety fears: TOKYO -- A Japanese drugmaker faces serious questions over its response to health ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Food-Beverage/Japan-deaths-linked-to-red-yeast-rice-supplements-raise-food-safety-fears
"Musk is a big child": Starlink use by Russian troops causes concern among Ukrainians
stern.de/politik/ausland/starlink-nutzung-durch-russische-truppen---musk-ist-ein-grosses-kind--34580752.html
Those Godzilla claw shoes on the Oscars red carpet just one of Hazama's 'dark fantasy' creations
japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/those-godzilla-claw-shoes-on-the-oscars-red-carpet-are-just-one-of-hazama&
Japan Virtual Campus — Learning without borders: University courses with names such as Challenges and Prospects of Cross-Cultural Communication in Japan; How to ...
japantimes.co.jp/2024/03/28/special-supplements/japan-virtual-campus-learning-without-borders-jv-campus/
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire review – monster mash on an epic scale is a joyous sequel
thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/film-tv/2024/03/28/godzilla-x-kong-review/
Quick Glance: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - A Tribute to Showa Era
- Sequel 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' pays homage to Toho's Godzilla franchise Showa Era, with a focus on Kong and Jia as main characters.
- Introduction of main villain Scar King elevates the action to a fantasy rock opera level, with Godzilla and Kong facing formidable challenges.
- While the monster fights are spectacular, the chaotic third act risks losing the grand scale, prompting considerations for the franchise's future direction.
- Director Adam Wingard's sincere approach to the Showa Era's campy imagination shines through, delivering a confident Kaiju film experience despite potential viewer preferences.
Professional Baseball Season Starts: Hopes Are High for Energetic Plays with Tradition in Mind
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Record high 122,806 suspected child abuse cases logged by police in 2023: A record 2,385 criminal investigations into child abuse cases were conducted by police ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/28/japan/crime-legal/record-high-child-abuse-cases-2023/
The history of Elon Musk's Tesla: 11 major moments: The 20-year-old electric vehicle maker has flirted with bankruptcy, dueled with regulators ...
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India hydropower provider NHPC secures $130m loan from Japan banks: MUMBAI -- The Japan Bank for International Cooperation and other lenders agreed Thursday to ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Energy/India-hydropower-provider-NHPC-secures-130m-loan-from-Japan-banks
Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chip for 'symbiosis' between humans, AI: Elon Musk's Neuralink wants its brain chip to help treat neurological conditions, and ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
Some BOJ members saw sharp rate hikes as unnecessary at March meeting - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0bu/020000c
Williams will have two cars but still no spare in Japan: Williams are confident they will be back up to strength with two cars at next week's Japanese Grand ...
timeslive.co.za/motoring/motorsport/2024-03-28-williams-will-have-two-cars-but-still-no-spare-in-japan/
Japan recalls ‘red rice’ health products over suspected link to four deaths: Japanese authorities have ordered three “red rice” dietary supplements to be pulled ...
cnn.com/2024/03/28/asia/japan-red-rice-recall-hnk-intl/
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Brad Gerstner Buys Tesla Stock After 'ChatGPT Moment' With Latest FSD Release: 'Feels Like A Human Drivin
benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/03/37970987/hedge-fund-manager-buys-tesla-stock-after-chatgpt-moment-with-latest-full-self-driving-r
First drive in Tesla’s new Cybertruck: it’s like a visit from outer space: This stainless steel tank with its flat panels and almost sharp edges looks like a ...
irishtimes.com/motors/2024/03/27/first-drive-in-teslas-new-cybertruck-its-like-a-visit-from-outer-space/
Baseball: Red Sox sign Japanese pitcher Uwasawa from Tampa Bay - The Mainichi: NEW YORK (Kyodo) -- The Boston Red Sox have acquired Japanese pitcher Naoyuki ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0sp/025000c
BOJ makes tentative return to orthodox policy: The Bank of Japan implemented a seismic policy shift this month by raising rates for the first time in 17 years ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3177/
Top analyst explains why Tesla's latest strategy could bring in billions: Tesla just made a move that could add billions to its bottom line.
thestreet.com/electric-vehicles/top-analyst-explains-why-teslas-latest-strategy-could-bring-in-billions
Cronulla riots had Connor O’Leary hiding his heritage. Now he’s loud, proud and Olympics-bound
smh.com.au/sport/cronulla-riots-had-connor-o-leary-hiding-his-heritage-now-he-s-loud-proud-and-olympics-bound-20240326-p5ffbx.html
BOJ policy shift not yet a turning point for Japan's economy: Masaaki Shirakawa is a distinguished guest professor at Aoyama Gakuin University in Tokyo and a ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/BOJ-policy-shift-not-yet-a-turning-point-for-Japan-s-economy
'Star Trek' star to host 'An Evening with George Takei' in Ann Arbor: George Takei will speak to UM students on April 1, followed by "An Evening with George ...
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2024/03/28/star-trek-george-takei-ann-arbor-tickets/73136847007/
Taylor Swift Makes Billionaire Debut, Joining Elon Musk In Richest List: Taylor Swift made her appearance on the list with an estimated wealth of $1.2 billion.
ndtv.com/world-news/taylor-swift-makes-billionaire-debut-joining-elon-musk-in-richest-list-5328212
Influencers — Japan’s secret weapon to promote niche tourism spots: Followers' trust in — and reliance on — social media for travel info, even when the content ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/03/28/japan-tourism-influencers/
Takarazuka Revue to apologize to family of dead member for power harassment: The theater is planning to apologize to the bereaved family of a member who suddenly ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/28/japan/takarazuka-revue-apologize/
Musk received privileges from Beijing for building Tesla plants in China: China even changed ownership rules so Tesla could set up shop without a domestic ...
businessinsider.de/wirtschaft/international-business/musk-erhielt-fuer-bau-von-tesla-werken-in-china-privilegien-aus-peking/
Topps, Panini Trading Card Market Upended by Fanatics' Michael Rubin: Plus: TikTok home tours go in a new viral direction, and Elon, Inc ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-27/topps-panini-trading-card-market-upended-by-fanatics-michael-rubin
What are 'beni-koji' products linked to Japan deaths? - The Mainichi: TOKYO -- Deaths and hospitalizations have been reported among a number of people who ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0li/016000c
Japanese auto giant shakes Kenya’s car spare parts market: Kaiho Industry Co. Ltd will on Wednesday next week launch Kenya’s first second-hand motor vehicle ...
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Singer becomes first firm to start production in Japanese EZ: Singer Bangladesh, one of the leading manufacturers and retailers of home appliances in the country ...
thedailystar.net/business/news/singer-becomes-first-firm-start-production-japanese-ez-3576371
Japan's manga industry under threat from piracy websites: The global phenomenon of Japanese anime and manga is attracting hordes of piracy websites that ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3187/
A must buy Japan souvenir from Don Quixote: Quality 1st’s Derma Laser sheet masks
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