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Troubled European carmakers to talk fines and EVs with EU
Troubled European carmakers to talk fines and EVs with EU

Europe's biggest carmakers will converge on Brussels for talks this week as the EU seeks to chart a way forward for an embattled industry struggling to cope with Chinese competition and climate rules. Italy's Industry Minister Adolfo Urso this week described the scheme as a "perfect storm" due to the potential for European firms to dodge EU fines by buying carbon credits from overseas EV-makers.

Japan's Fuji TV faces heat over sex allegations
Japan's Fuji TV faces heat over sex allegations

Pressure grew Monday on Fuji Television over an alleged sexual assault by a celebrity presenter, with the Japanese broadcaster set to address media as criticism mounts from advertisers and the public. They have shocked the nation although most other Japanese media more cautiously refer to sexual "trouble" or misconduct.