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ReutersChina Opens Antarctic Station South of Australia, New Zealand
BEIJING (Reuters) — China on Wednesday inaugurated its Ross Sea scientific research station, the off...
February 12, 2024
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Associated PressRio Carnival: Brazil’s Aluminum Can Street Party Brings Joy, and a Green Message, to Revelers
MADRE DE DEUS, Brazil (AP) — They couldn't see it, but they could hear it....
February 12, 2024
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Travel SpotsFrozen Waterfalls Fascinate Drivers Along Oirase Gorge in Aomori Pref.; Warm Weather Delayed Icicle Formation
TOWADA, Aomori — Frozen waterfalls are at their peak along the Oirase Stream in Towada, Aomori Prefe...
February 12, 2024
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General NewsJapan Shogi Stars Sota Fujii and Yoshiharu Habu to Clash in Commemorative Match at Koshien in December, Marking Dual Centennials
A commemorative shogi match between multi-titleholder Sota Fujii and Ninth-dan Yoshiharu Habu will t...
February 12, 2024
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Other SportsSuper Bowl : Travis Kelce Brings Home the Hardware, Holds Up ‘End of the Bargain’ with Taylor Swift
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce shook off a frustrating first half and he...
February 12, 2024
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Other SportsPatrick Mahomes Rallies the Chiefs to Second Straight Super Bowl Title, 25-22 over 49ers in Overtime, with Pop Star Taylor Swift Watching Boyfriend Kelce from a Suite
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are back-to-back Super Bow...
February 12, 2024
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CompaniesDaihatsu Resumes Production of ProBox, Familia Van in Kyoto Plant; Other Plants to Reopen in Coming Weeks
Daihatsu Motor Co. resumed production of some vehicle models on Monday at its plant in Oyamazaki, Ky...
February 12, 2024
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BasketballJapan’s Women Secure Basketball Ticket to Paris; Defeat Resurgent Canada in Final Qualifying Match
The Paris Olympics women’s basketball field was finalized as the qualifying tournaments concluded on...
February 12, 2024
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Associated PressBiden’s Campaign Joins TikTok, Even as Administration Warns of National Security Concerns with App
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden's 2024 campaign is now on TikTok, even though he has expressed...
February 12, 2024
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Associated PressBeyoncé Drops New Songs ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ and ’16 Carriages.’ New Music ‘Act II’ Will Arrive In
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beyoncé is back with two new country tracks — “Texas Hold 'Em” and “16 Carriages....
February 12, 2024
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Associated PressIran marks the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution as tensions grip the wider Middle East
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran marked Sunday the 45th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution amid tens...
February 12, 2024
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ObituariesMarathon World Record-Holder Kelvin Kiptum, Who Was Set to Be a Superstar, Has Died in a Car Crash
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Marathon world record-holder Kelvin Kiptum, who was set to be a superstar of l...
February 12, 2024
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Associated PressAllies of ex-premier Imran Khan secure biggest share of seats in Pakistan’s final election tally
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Allies of imprisoned Pakistani ex-premier Imran Khan won more seats in national ele...
February 12, 2024
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Associated PressPope and Argentine President Milei embrace after pontiff canonizes Argentina’s first female saint
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis and Argentine President Javier Milei embraced Sunday in St. Peter's...
February 12, 2024
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Noto Peninsula EarthquakeShopping District Destroyed by Japan Noto Earthquake Holds Outdoor Market; Shop Owners, Residents Rejoice
NANAO, Ishikawa — An outdoor market was held on Sunday in a shopping district in Nanao, Ishikawa Pre...
February 12, 2024