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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Japan flexes defence ambitions at arms show
By Tim Kelly TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan opened one of its largest-ever arms shows on Wednesday in a display that Defence Minister Gen Nakatani said marked the pacifist nation's deepening push for overseas defence cooperation and weapons exports. The DSEI Japan exhibition near Tokyo showcased Japanese missiles, warships and research into lasers and electromagnetic railguns. The event, double the size of the 2023 show, drew 471 firms from 33 countries, including 169 from Japan — twice as many as two years ago, according to organiser Clarion Defence & Security. "I sincerely hope that this exhibition will provide a new opportunity for cooperation and exchange between national delegations and companies, help sustain defence industry development, drive innovation and promote peace and stability," Nakatani said during a speech at the event. Japan has been gradually stepping back from the pacifism that was the cornerstone of decades of defence planning after the country's defeat in World War Two. It lifted a military export ban in 2014, and is taking its first steps into global defence cooperation encouraged by the United States and European partners eager to share development costs and tap Japan's industrial base. "Strength comes from expanding and elevating the alliance's capabilities and capacity, which means leveraging our respective skills and our specialties in co-development, co-production, and co-sustainment," U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass said as he opened the DSEI U.S. pavilion. Amid threats from China, North Korea and Russia, Japanese firms have become more willing to seek out military business. "Our foundation goes back over 70 years with industry here. That's with the big and large heavy industry players, which makes sense, but we're seeing that now at multiple tier levels, tier one, tier two companies, even startups," said William Blair, the regional chief in Asia and India for Lockheed Martin, which supplies F-35 stealth fighters, air defence radars and other equipment to Japan. Japan's partnerships in Europe include the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) jet fighter project with Britain and Italy. "With today's increasingly uncertain security environment, I believe we must respond not just domestically, but with a broader international perspective," said Katsuyuki Nabeta, a general manager at the defence and space unit of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), which is leading the Japanese portion of that advanced fighter project. "We are pleased to have the opportunity to showcase our technologies and reach a wider audience, he added at the company booth next to a model of the Mogami warship it wants to sell to Australia.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Seattle Mariners Named "Buyers" if Trade Deadline Were Today
Aside from a few injuries to some key members of the starting rotation, everything has gone exceedingly well for the Seattle Mariners to this point in the season. They enter Monday with a 26-19 record, the best in the American League West, but only five games ahead of the fourth-place Athletics. Seemingly every team in the division, but the Los Angeles Angels, still has a chance at taking it, and the Mariners will need to buckle down until the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Advertisement With a little over two months to go until that date, it gives Seattle time to figure out where their true strengths and weaknesses lie, and what they should focus on improving through pilfering the bottom dwellers of MLB. A recent article from Tim Kelly of Bleacher Report had something else in mind. What if the trade deadline were today? To this point in the year, if it were today, Kelly says the Mariners would be big time buyers. "While Jorge Polanco has had a tremendous season at DH," writes Kelly, "the Mariners still have glaring holes in their lineup at both first and third base. As always, president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto will enter trade season looking to add thump to the lineup. Just as we said at this time a year ago, Julio Rodríguez also needs to provide more at the plate. Elsewhere, Andrés Muñoz has probably been the best closer in baseball this season. But the Mariners would benefit from adding another trustworthy arm to Dan Wilson's bullpen." Advertisement For more context, Seattle has received a .601 OPS from first base and a .686 OPS from the hot corner. Those marks rank 28th and 16th, respectively, and have dragged down their team OPS of .728. The bullpen has been a solid unit to this point, posting a 3.48 ERA across 173 1/3 innings. That is good enough for 11th in MLB. While there is room for improvement, it may not be worth selling prospects for what would be a negligible improvement at best. Regardless of it would be hitting, bullpen help, or both, Seattle would certainly be buyers if the 2025 MLB trade deadline were today, and may still be when it arrives in just over two months.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
City once called 'most polluted in America' earns new title after decades of transformation: 'Legacy of change'
AFAR reported that after being voted America's dirtiest city decades prior, Chattanooga, Tennessee, has received the honor of being the country's first National Park City. In 1969, Chattanooga was labeled the most polluted city due to unregulated emissions from its industrial sector. The pollution got so bad that even daytime driving required headlights. However, the community didn't take that label lightly and got to work. Eventually, Tennessee's fourth-largest city created more spaces like trails and parks and expanded the waterfront. The National Park City Foundation, a U.K.-based organization (not the U.S.-based National Park system) agreed that the city met the 23 criteria to receive the honorable distinction as a healthier and sustainable urban area worthy of being a model for the future. "We've used the National Park City movement to encourage folks to think about Chattanooga as a city in a park rather than a city with some parks in it," Mayor Tim Kelly proudly boasted in a video, according to AFAR, adding that he was proud of the city's "legacy of change." Chattanooga showed how any area can turn itself around and become a cleaner and greener space that supports all life. Within 50 years, it went from having one of the worst labels an area could have to gaining international recognition. Green and blue spaces aid in better health as people walk, run, hike, bike, swim, and paddleboard with ease. Accessing those designated trails or the 13-mile Tennessee Riverwalk can reduce reliance on cars, a major contributor to carbon gases that overheat the environment. More vegetation giving off oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide promotes easy breathing and reduces the likelihood of respiratory illnesses like childhood asthma. Conservation efforts also help secure food supply for all. Pollinators thrive among native vegetation, where they forage for pollen, nectar, and seeds. These plants also provide habitats to rest and raise young. For example, milkweed is native to Tennessee and is the sole food source of the Monarch butterfly, and adding such plants enables populations to thrive again. Other local native plants and trees like the Eastern red columbine and purple coneflower add to the area's biodiversity. Other cities are on their way to improvement, too. Kinloch, Missouri, is removing illegally dumped waste that plagued the area for years, while Arlington, Texas, has gone as far as bringing in 400 goats to eat up invasive species in a local park. Do you think your city has good air quality? Definitely Somewhat Depends on the time of year Not at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
West Australian
14-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Tim Kelly: West Coast midfielder closing in on new Eagles contract despite form woes, forward move
The West Australian exclusive Tim Kelly: West Coast midfielder closing in on new Eagles contract despite form woes, forward move
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Forbes
Chattanooga Is Now North America's First National Park City
Chattanooga has been recognized by the National Park City Foundation as North America's first ... More National Park City. At one point in time, Chattanooga was referred to by a federal government agency as the 'dirtiest city in America.' Now this southeastern Tennessee destination has been designated as North America's first National Park City. Given this title by the National Park City Foundation in April, Chattanooga's pathway to accreditation began nearly two years ago. It had started with the collective voices of the city's residents, community leaders, business owners and nonprofit partners. Through a series of public meetings, more than 5,600 signatures were gathered in advocating for a National Park City charter. In November 2024, Chattanooga's paperwork was submitted to the National Park City Foundation. Referred to as a 'Journey Book,' this documentation provided examples of Chattanooga matching the foundation's 10 recommended steps in the accreditation process. Overall, the Journey Book provided a visual snapshot of this collective work happening citywide. Chattanooga's Bluff View Art District is among other examples of the Tennessee city's commitment to ... More outdoor and cultural offerings. This past March, the foundation's review team traveled to Chattanooga to experience the city's parks, wildlife sanctuaries and urban landscapes firsthand. The team also meet those who were propelling this movement forward. In early April, city officials received the good news that their hard work and diligence had paid off. 'A National Park City is a global recognition given to cities that commit to making life greener, healthier, wilder, and culturally rich,' explained Brian Smith, Chattanooga National Park City director, Department of Parks and Outdoors, City of Chattanooga. 'It applies the spirit of national parks to the urban environment—encouraging access to the outdoors, sustainability, and community wellbeing.' Chattanooga is now the London-based foundation's third National Park City and its first in the United States. London became the first city to receive this designation in 2019 and then Adelaide in 2021. Chattanooga's Renaissance Park is one of the city's many outdoor spots. 'We've used the National Park City movement to encourage folks to think about Chattanooga as a city in a park rather than a city with some parks,' said Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly in a media statement. 'The outdoors is our competitive advantage; it's at the heart of our revitalization story as well as the core of our identity. We've always known how special Chattanooga's connection to the outdoors is, and now it'll be recognized around the world.' Chattanooga contains a major trail system featuring Sterchi Farm, among other sites. In pursuing this distinction, Smith explained that the idea of Chattanooga becoming a National Park City was a natural fit. This moniker is not only is a point of pride; it also offers a competitive advantage. "With its rich blend of outdoor activities, historic preservation, environmental stewardship, and vibrant culture, Chattanooga reflects many of the best qualities found across the United States—all in one place,' stated Smith. 'This recognition also highlights the incredible access residents have to nature, culture, and community experiences right in their backyard and for those visiting.' Finding nature in or near Chattanooga is easy to do. Options can range from the 13-mile Riverwalk that runs along the Tennessee River to many hiking spots including Stringers Ridge in North Chattanooga. There's also a massive trail system and more than 200 pieces of outdoor public art. Much can be done within Chattanooga or its immediate surrounding area. Visitors can learn more through the Chattanooga National Park City calendar. Smith added that Chattanooga's National Park City designation serves as a strong marketing tool. "As we move forward, we expect the National Park City designation to become a core part of how we promote the city to visitors," he said. 'It's not just a title—it's a brand marker. And in a crowded travel market, it's the kind of recognition that helps us stand out.'
