Exploring the journey of a foreign sumo wrestler who became a Yokozuna in Japan, sparking a rise in international interest in the sport and raising concerns about the development of local talent. The chapter also delves into the athlete's dissatisfaction with sumo wrestling and his decision to retire.
A missile has reportedly struck a site in the Islamic Republic. If this is retaliation for Iran’s most recent attacks, then it is a muted response. But is there still a risk of escalation? As India’s election kicks off, a look into why the opposition is likely to have a poor showing (09:07). And, a tribute to the first foreign-born grand champion of sumo (19:15).
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