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Associated PressAs Taiwan Prepares for Anti-invasion Exercises, China Sends dozens of Warplanes toward the Island
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Tai...
July 22, 2023
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Travel SpotsGolden-rayed lilies bloom in Miyagi Prefecture
Golden-rayed lilies blossom in Showa Manyo-no-Mori park in Ohira, Miyagi Prefecture....
July 22, 2023
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Associated PressRussia Arrests a Hard-line Nationalist who Accused Putin of Weakness in Ukraine
MOSCOW (AP) — A prominent hard-line nationalist who accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of weak...
July 22, 2023
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BaseballMike Trout has Stitches Removed from Surgery on Broken Hand, but still not Close to Return
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout is making progress in his recovery from a broken bone in his left ...
July 22, 2023
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Soccer World CupBrazilian Players at the Women’s World Cup Urge Fans back home to Skip Work to Watch their Matches
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Brazil’s players urged their fans back in South America to stay home from...
July 22, 2023
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General NewsHong Kong’s Tightened Monitoring of Japan’s Fish Products Causes Delays
GUANGZHOU — The Hong Kong government has tightened monitoring for radioactive substances in Japanese...
July 22, 2023
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Defense & SecurityJapan Asks U.S. to Prevent PFAS Leaks from Bases
The Defense Ministry announced Friday that it has requested the U.S. side to prevent leaks of foam f...
July 22, 2023
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Politics & GovernmentJapan Slams Russia for Ending Grain Export Agreement
Japan has condemned Russia’s suspension of its participation in a grain export deal that allowed Ukr...
July 22, 2023
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EconomyHeavy Rain Damages Crops in Japan; Higher Food Prices Likely
Record rains in the northern Kyushu region and Akita Prefecture this month have damaged crops, raisi...
July 22, 2023
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Soccer World CupSophia Smith Scores Twice for US in 3-0 Victory over Vietnam to Open the Women’s World Cup
AUKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — Fresh-faced newcomer Sophia Smith teamed with captain Lindsey Horan to g...
July 22, 2023
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Associated PressAuthorities Call Off Berlin Lioness Alarm, Saying They’ve Found No Evidence of a Predator
BERLIN (AP) — Authorities determined on Friday that there is “no acute danger” to people in an area ...
July 22, 2023
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Travel SpotsJapan Tourism / Exploring the Seto Inland Sea in High-Speed Style
HIROSHIMA — There are many ways to get about and enjoy the Seto Inland Sea, but the Sea Spica, a hig...
July 22, 2023
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BaseballShohei Ohtani Allows 4 Homers for the First Time, Still Gets the Victory in Angels’ 8-5 Win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani allowed four homers for the first time in his major league care...
July 22, 2023
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Travel SpotsHyogo: Himeji Castle Joins Group with Own LEGO Model
HIMEJI, Hyogo — The majestic Himeji Castle will have its 30th anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage...
July 22, 2023
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Washington PostYears after a Border Separation, a Family’s Reunion Was in a Judge’s Hands
NASHVILLE – She sat on the edge of a picnic table outside the Comfort Inn and waited for the hearing...
July 22, 2023