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Japan executes man who killed seven people in 2008
Tomohrio Kato has been executed in Japan for a stabbing rampage he went on 14 years ago
Japan has executed a 39-year-old man who killed seven people in 2008.
Tomohrio Kato went on a stabbing spree in one of the most shocking mass murders in the country. After killing seven people, he drove a truck into pedestrians at Akihabara shopping district, injuring 10.
The then 25-year-old was apprehended by police at the scene and later admitted his crimes in his trial. At the scene he told authorities “I came to Akihabara to kill people. It didn’t matter who I’d kill.”
He reportedly documented his trip to the shopping district on online bulletin boards, commenting on his unstable job and loneliness.
Justice Minister, Yoshihisa Furukawa, said the killer had done “meticulous preparation” for the attack, with a “strong intent” to kill.
He told reporters, “the death sentence in this case was finalised through sufficient deliberation in court.”
It is the country’s first execution for the year, and follows three killings in December.
Japan is the only G7 member that still enforces the death penalty in some cases.
It’s understood more than 100 people remain on death row across the nation.
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Global EV shake-up: Australia slows, China surges, Lexus teases supercar
Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.
Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.
Australia’s electric vehicle market is facing a slowdown, with sales struggling to hit the 100,000 mark this year.
Mike Costello from Cox Automotive breaks down the key barriers slowing adoption and explains whether current growth is enough to meet the country’s climate goals.
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Lando Norris secures his first F1 World Championship at Abu Dhabi, becoming Britain’s 11th World Champion with 423 points.
Lando Norris has clinched his maiden Formula 1 World Championship after an electrifying finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In a race packed with tension, Norris held onto third place — the exact result he needed to secure the title.
His performance not only sealed his first championship but also cemented him as Britain’s 11th F1 World Champion, marking a historic moment for McLaren and the sport.
Norris closed out the season with 423 points, marking a defining milestone in his career.
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China naval activity raises tensions from Philippines to Galápagos
Rising tensions in the South China Sea prompt expert insights on regional security and global trade implications.
Rising tensions in the South China Sea prompt expert insights on regional security and global trade implications.
Tensions in the South China Sea are rising as Chinese naval and fishing vessels are spotted near the Philippines and even as far as the Galápagos Islands. Experts warn these movements could impact regional security and international waters.
We speak with Tim Harcourt from UTS to break down the significance of these developments, including the role of Taiwan, ASEAN, and Japan in responding to Chinese maritime activity.
From potential diplomatic fallout to economic implications, this interview dives into what these naval movements mean for the future of the region and global trade.
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