#Tokyo #WSJ #Subway Japan’s train system is ranked the most efficient in the world, according to Statista. The United States is tied with Azerbaijan for 11th best. Part of this is because Japan’s railway system has more points of connection allowing for easier commutes. A New York City subway ride often features a transfer before reaching your final destination. Why does the MTA operate at a loss while Tokyo Metro is profitable? WSJ explains how Japan’s transportation system got so far ahead and runs so smoothly.

Why Russia Is Doubling Down in Ukraine While Trump Calls for Peace | WSJ Despite President Trump’s calls for peace with Putin, Russia is ramping up its summer offensive on Ukraine. Trump announced a deal with NATO to send weapons and ammunition to Ukraine, including the Patriot missile defense system, as Moscow has ramped up its drone attacks amid Kyiv’s depleting defenses. WSJ explains what’s at stake and why the next months will be critical in the conflict. Chapters: 0:00 Russia’s offensive 0:33 Air attacks and Trump’s reaction 2:16 The Sumy region 3:41 Ukraine’s defensive capabilities 5:13 What’s next? Russia-Ukraine Conflict WSJ’s latest news coverage around the 2022-2025 Russia-Ukraine conflict. #Russia #Ukraine #WSJ