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ArtDigitized Hokusai Ukiyo-e Works Displayed in Japan’s Narita Airport; Delighting International Travelers
An art exhibition space was recently opened in Narita Airport, where digital copies of ukiyo-e works...
January 27, 2024
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Noto Peninsula EarthquakeTsunami Triggered by Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reached Maximum of 5.8 Meters in Niigata Pref.
The tsunami triggered by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake surged inland in at least 19 locations in Is...
January 27, 2024
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Wider WorldGold Miners Bring Fresh Wave of Suffering to Brazil’s Yanomami
YANOMAMI INDIGENOUS LAND, Brazil (Reuters) — Brazil is losing the upper hand in its battle to save t...
January 27, 2024
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Travel SpotsTokushima: Foreign Tourists Fascinated with Awa Indigo Blue
AIZUMI, Tokushima — The chance to experience indigo tie-dyeing is attracting tourists to Tokushima P...
January 27, 2024
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General NewsA Man Believed to Be 1970s Bombing Suspect Satoshi Kirishima, Possibly Hiding in Kanagawa, Told Hospital Staff, ‘I Want To Meet My End Under My Real Name’
A man, 70, believed to be Satoshi Kirishima, a suspect wanted in connection with a series of bombing...
January 27, 2024
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ReutersBiden, Qatar’s Emir Agree Hostage Deal Key to Pause in Gaza Fighting -White House
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday spoke with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin H...
January 27, 2024
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ReutersJapan’s Kubota Hit with $2 million Penalty over False ‘Made in USA’ Claims
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Friday said tractor maker Kubota N...
January 27, 2024
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CompaniesTokyo Metro May Go Public in FY 2024
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The central and Tokyo metropolitan governments are aiming for the stock listing...
January 27, 2024
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Washington PostObamacare Enrollment Hits Record Level as Trump Vows Repeal
More than 21 million people have signed up for health plans through the Affordable Care Act’s health...
January 27, 2024
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Washington PostWhy It’s Okay to Say ‘No’ to Social Invitations
Have you been to a social event you didn’t want to go to simply because you were concerned about say...
January 27, 2024
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Noto Peninsula EarthquakeSuica Cards Clarify Situation at Japan Earthquake Evacuation Centers; Help Understand Location Use
Transportation IC cards will be distributed to evacuees to help collect data on evacuation centers i...
January 27, 2024
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Associated PressBrad Pitt at Rolex 24 to Film Scenes for Formula One Movie
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Of course Brad Pitt is at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the most prestigious e...
January 27, 2024
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Japan In FocusWakayama: Runners Charge Up Temple Steps
WAKAYAMA — About 150 runners who pride themselves on having strong legs competed to set the fastest ...
January 27, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentCabinet Office Weighs AI User, Developer Copyright Infringement Liability
The Cabinet Office expressed the view on Friday that AI developers might be liable for copyright inf...
January 27, 2024
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Imperial FamilyCrown Prince and His Family View Flower Exhibition; See Special Flowers from Around Kanto and Tokai
Crown Prince Akishino, Crown Princess Kiko and their daughter Princess Kako viewed the Kanto and Tok...
January 27, 2024