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ReutersU.S., China Agree to Work toward an Expected Biden-Xi Summit
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. and China have agreed to work together toward an expected summit bet...
October 28, 2023
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General NewsJapan, EU to Cooperate in Vaccine Development; Partnership Agreement to Increase Preparedness for Possible Future Pandemics
The Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED) and the European Health Emergency Prepa...
October 28, 2023
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General NewsAhead of Halloween, Shibuya’s Iconic Hachiko Statue Cordoned Off
Tall barriers were placed around the iconic Hachiko statue in front of Tokyo’s Shibuya Station on Sa...
October 28, 2023
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Wider WorldIn Middle East, Poor Miss Out as ‘faulty’ Algorithms Target Aid
BEIRUT/CAIRO (Thomson Reuters Foundation) — Asma Ibrahim, an unemployed woman who lives in a cramped...
October 28, 2023
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Associated PressIsrael Steps up Air and Ground Attacks in Gaza and Cuts off the Territory’s Communications
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel knocked out internet and communications in the Gaza Strip in...
October 28, 2023
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Associated PressMaine Mass Killing Suspect Has Been Found Dead, Ending Search That Put Entire State on Edge
LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine's governor says the suspect wanted for killing 18 people at a bowling a...
October 28, 2023
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General NewsTokyo’s Shibuya District Raises Alarm against Unruly Halloween, even Caging Landmark Statue
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo’s busy shopping, business and entertainment district of Shibuya is trying hard to...
October 28, 2023
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Travel SpotsEhime: Old Plane Continues to Convey Message of Peace
AINAN, Ehime — The last original Shiden Kai World War II fighter plane in Japan will never fly again...
October 28, 2023
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Associated PressThe Greatest Rugby World Cup Final? Huge Expectations for All Blacks-Springboks Showdown
The ultimate Rugby World Cup final. That’s the promise. Saturday’s 106th showdown between gigantic ...
October 28, 2023
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General NewsKishida Talks with Auto Industry Leaders at Japan Mobility Show
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited the Japan Mobility Show on the opening day...
October 28, 2023
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Associated PressU.N. General Assembly Calls for ‘Humanitarian Truce’ in Gaza Leading to Halt in Israel-Hamas Fighting
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly approved a nonbinding resolution Friday calling for ...
October 28, 2023
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Political PulseShould Schools Be Places to Confront Questions, or Just to Learn Answers?
In this age of globalization and rapid technological advancement, a fundamental question arises abou...
October 28, 2023
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General NewsYomiuri Survey: More Than 60% Think Situation in Which 30% of Municipalities Do Not Have a Bookstore Needs to be Improved
About 60% of residents in Japan think that the situation in which about 30% of municipalities do not...
October 28, 2023
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General NewsPossible Wreckage of Mongol Invasion Ship Found Off Kyushu; ‘Bulkhead,’ Chinese Pottery May Date from 13th Century
NAGASAKI — Wooden structures believed to be part of a ship from a fleet sent by the Mongol Empire to...
October 28, 2023
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Crime & CourtsRetrial in Hakamata Murder Case Begins; Validity of Bloodstained Clothing Evidence Contested
The first hearing of the retrial of 87-year-old Iwao Hakamata, who was previously sentenced to death...
October 27, 2023