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US pushes Asian allies, China defense chief absent: 5 Shangri-La takeaways

June 2, 2025

Japan’s voters head to polls with inflation, immigration in focus
TOKYO — Voting in Japan’s upper house election began early Sunday morning across more than 44,000 polling stations, in a ballot where tackling inflation and immigration policy have become key political issues. A total of 125 of the chamber’s 248 seats are up for election, including 50 seats allocated by proportional representation and one by-election…
Toyota-backed flying car startup Joby Aviation to boost US production
NEW YORK — Joby Aviation, a U.S. flying car startup that counts Toyota Motor as its top investor, is expected to expand production capacity in the U.S. as the Trump administration aims to develop the unmanned aircraft industry. Joby said it will expand its Marina, California, facility to increase production capacity for its main electric vertical takeoff and landing…
Five Indian Players Raise Objections to Afridi’s Inclusion in World Legends Championship
Five Indian Players Raise Objections to Afridi’s Inclusion in World Legends Championship Five Indian players have raised objections over Shahid Afridi’s participation in the World Legend Championship, presenting unreasonable demands and even threatening to boycott the match against Pakistan. As a result, the highly anticipated game between senior players from both nations is now at…
JAL plans instant air cargo orders to offset Trump tariff uncertainty
TOKYO — Japan Airlines will introduce a cargo reservation system this fall that allows shippers to check rates and make instant reservations online to cope better with an ever-changing U.S. tariff policy. Because of large swings in demand and rates for air cargo between Japan and the U.S., the system will automate the process, allowing…
Astronomer CEO resigns after Coldplay ‘kiss cam’ scandal
Data company Astronomer said Saturday that its CEO has resigned, days after a “kiss cam” at a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts showed a man and a woman embracing each other before running off and becoming one of the most viral moments of the year. The New York-based tech company said in a statement on X…
Good News! Buy iPhone 16 and 16 Pro in Lowest Prices and Easy Installment
Good News! Buy iPhone 16 and 16 Pro in Lowest Prices- Details Here Good news for Apple lovers as getting the dream iPhone 16 has just become easier and more affordable than ever before. With the prices of Apple devices, especially PTA-approved ones, being very high, new installment plans are now available. These allow people…
Free E-Bikes for Students in Pakistan- Details Inside
Free E-Bikes for Students in Pakistan- Details Inside The federal government will distribute free electric bikes to outstanding students from all educational boards in Pakistan, including the Federal Board. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also announced that the federal government will distribute electric rickshaws and loaders to unemployed individuals across Pakistan. This move is part of…
Northrop ‘in talks with Japan’ about cutting-edge air defense system
FAIRFORD, U.K. — Northrop Grumman is talking to Japan about introducing its latest air defense system as the security environment in Asia becomes increasingly tense, Kenneth Todorov, vice president at the U.S. defense company, told Nikkei. Todorov was interviewed at the Royal International Air Tattoo, one of the world’s largest milit aircraft air shows, that opened Friday here in southern England.