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Synchronised steps: Japan walking art tradition marches on
Synchronised steps: Japan walking art tradition marches on

Shoes squeaking in perfect unison, dozens of Japanese students move in formation through a Yokohama sports hall in training for a synchronised walking performance expected to draw thousands.

November 28, 2025

India vows successful Games but ghosts of 2010 haunt preparations
India vows successful Games but ghosts of 2010 haunt preparations

Organisers are confident they can avoid the calamities of last time when India hosts the Commonwealth Games but there are many challenges for a country that also has Olympic ambitions.

November 28, 2025

Hadjar excited over prospect of partnering Verstappen
Hadjar excited over prospect of partnering Verstappen

Star rookie Isack Hadjar told AFP he would relish "the incredible opportunity" of becoming Max Verstappen's teammate at Red Bull next season.

November 28, 2025

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New legal armour provides unprecedented power for Pakistan's military
New legal armour provides unprecedented power for Pakistan's military

Sweeping legal reforms and regional conflict have consolidated the Pakistani military's grip on power in the past year, diluting the role of the civilian government while offering an unprecedented legal shield to the army chief, experts say.

November 28, 2025

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Most Asian markets build on week's rally
Most Asian markets build on week's rally

Most markets squeezed out gains Friday at the end of a strong week for equities fuelled by growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again next month.

November 28, 2025