Tokyo Reports 736 New Cases Of Coronavirus

Tokyo reports 736 new cases of coronavirus

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government reported 736 new coronavirus cases in the Japanese capital on Saturday. It's the second highest figure after Thursday's record of 822.

The daily tally has topped 600 for four days in a row.

Night Trains Halted For New Year's Eve In Tokyo

Night trains halted for New Year's Eve in Tokyo

Six railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area say they will not run services late into the night on New Year's Eve and early on New Year's Day due to the coronavirus outbreak.

The companies include East Japan Railway and Tokyo Metro.

Tokyo Reports 664 New Cases, Surpassing 50,000

Tokyo reports 664 new cases, surpassing 50,000

The cumulative total of coronavirus cases in Tokyo has now surpassed 50,000. With the New Year fast approaching, many are concerned pressure on the health care system will only grow.

Tokyo reported 664 new coronavirus cases on Friday --- after seeing record-breaking numbers the day before.

Japan To Develop New Cruise Missile

Japan to develop new cruise missile

The Japanese government has decided to develop a new type of long-range "standoff missile" that can attack targets from outside enemy range.

The government approved the new missile defense policy at a Cabinet meeting on Friday.

Japan To Develop New Long-range Missile

Japan to develop new long-range missile

The Japanese government has decided to develop a new type of long-range "standoff missile" that can attack targets from outside enemy range.

The government approved the new missile defense policy at a Cabinet meeting on Friday.

2021 Nissan Armada First Drive | What's New, Photos, Specs

2021 Nissan Armada First Drive | What's new, photos, specs

The 2021 Nissan Armada is the first product in the United States to wear the Nissan brand's new badge. It's a modern and sleek-looking logo, and it's well-suited to the properly sorted and genuinely impressive new vehicles Nissan recently launched. The new Altima surprised us in a good way; the redesigned Rogue and Sentra took huge leaps forward, and even the Versa is an impressive little sedan now.

However, the refreshed Armada is only that: a mildly updated version of the same Armada. Since it's the company's flagship SUV, it gets the honor of wearing the new logo first, even if it doesn't best exemplify the sea change happening at Nissan. Although the second-generation Armada debuted four years ago, its bones date back to 2011 when the internationally sold Nissan Patrol and its Infiniti QX56 (later QX80) offshoot debuted. The Patrol would be the basis for this Armada generation, but unfortunately, the updates for 2021 don't add any of the Patrol's extra off-roading equipment that have been missing since the beginning. That includes the locking front and rear differentials, disconnecting sway bar and Hydraulic Body Motion Control suspension that links all four corners of the car hydraulically for better on-road control and less harshness off-road. The only off-road upgrade to speak of for 2021 is a two-degree better approach angle thanks to a reshaped front bumper.

2021 Lexus Ls 500 F Sport First Drive | What's New, Specs, Photos

2021 Lexus LS 500 F Sport First Drive | What's new, specs, photos

There was one glaring problem with the Lexus LS 500 prior to this year's refresh: the Remote Touch infotainment system. To put it simply, it was a nightmare to use and a potential deal breaker. As it does in other Lexus products, Remote Touch featured a large display controlled by a laptop-like touchpad that was difficult and distracting to use. Lexus has surely tired of hearing the complaints from reviewers and customers alike, and for 2021, there's a touchscreen. Hurrah!

That's clearly the biggest update for the 2021 Lexus LS 500, but the four-door flagship is treated to a number of other improvements for its mid-cycle freshening as well. Considering the totally new Mercedes-Benz S-Class is bearing down in the Lexus' rearview mirror, it's smart timing. Lexus allowed us to live with both the 2020 and 2021 LS 500s for a couple days to ensure we'd notice every last difference between them.

Tokyo Confirms Record 678 New Cases

Tokyo confirms record 678 new cases

Tokyo Metropolitan Government officials confirmed 678 new cases of coronavirus infection in the capital on Wednesday.

The figure is a record high single-day tally, surpassing the 621 reported last Saturday.

Tokyo's New Covid-19 Hospital Opens

Tokyo's new COVID-19 hospital opens

A new medical facility designed to exclusively treat COVID-19 patients with mild or moderate symptoms opened in Tokyo on Wednesday.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government renovated a former healthcare facility in Fuchu City. It is the first facility run by the metropolitan government that is designed to care exclusively for coronavirus patients who need to be hospitalized.

Ruling Parties Discuss New Missile Development

Ruling parties discuss new missile development

Japan's government is seeking to gain consensus from the ruling parties over the proposed development of a new long-range cruise missile.

The "standoff missile" has a much longer firing range than the Ground Self-Defense Force's current surface-to-ship model. It can be launched from a point far enough away to evade fire from the target.