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Yomiuri Editorial
Take precautions amid sudden arrival of extreme heat
Even though it is only June, record-breaking heat is being observed in many parts of the nation. As ...
June 28, 2022
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Associated Press
Zelenskyy tells G-7 summit Ukraine forces face urgent moment
ELMAU, Germany (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday underscored the urgency of h...
June 28, 2022
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Reuters
Rural migrant’s ordeal during Shanghai lockdown
BEIJING (Reuters) — When Shanghai began its draconian COVID-19 lockdown two months ago, the French r...
June 28, 2022
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Reuters
Russia in historic default as Ukraine sanctions cut off payments
LONDON/NEW YORK (Reuters) – Russia defaulted on its international bonds for the first time in more t...
June 28, 2022
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Economy
Household assets hit record high in FY 2021
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Financial assets held by households in Japan as of the March 31 end of fiscal 2...
June 28, 2022
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US & Canada
46 dead, 16 hospitalized after trailer of migrants found
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — A U.S. official says at least 40 people have been found dead inside a tractor-tra...
June 28, 2022
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General News
Farmers step up vigilance to prevent surging fruit theft
In-season fruits, such as peaches and cherries, are being stolen in large quantities in many areas a...
June 28, 2022
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Associated Press
3 killed, dozens hurt in Amtrak train crash in Missouri
MENDON, Mo. (AP) — An Amtrak passenger train traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago struck a dump tru...
June 28, 2022
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Associated Press
Russian missile strike hits crowded shopping mall in Ukraine
KREMENCHUK, Ukraine (AP) — Russian long-range bombers struck a crowded shopping mall in Ukraine's ce...
June 28, 2022
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Economy
Kindred soles: Japan workwear firms target hybrid shoes market
Major apparel makers are looking to gain a foothold in the shoe market with hybrid wearables that a...
June 28, 2022
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General News
Flight attendants share expertise in guidebook for foreign residents
Edogawa Ward in Tokyo has put together a guidebook offering foreign residents tips on how to blend i...
June 28, 2022
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General News
Japanese falconry group launches crowdfunding campaign to preserve culture
A traditional falconry preservation group has launched a crowdfunding campaign to acquire hawks and ...
June 28, 2022
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General News
Young adults inspire peers to vote in national elections
Campaigning for the July 10 House of Councillors election has officially kicked off. Whenever an ele...
June 27, 2022
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Washington Post
A women’s clinic run by two generations of women braces for the post-Roe era
DETROIT – The flowers seemed innocent enough, but Jakaiser Jackson wasn’t taking any chances. The se...
June 27, 2022
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General News
Energy saving advisory for TEPCO service area extended to Tuesday
The advisory to save power to avert a power crunch in areas served by Tokyo Electric Power Company H...
June 27, 2022