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Asia-PacificUltranationalist Buddhists back Myanmar’s junta
In a monastery in central Myanmar, a Buddhist monk, Wathawa, rallies his militia with a cry: “What’s...
December 17, 2022
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General NewsVictims of Osaka clinic arson attack mourned 1 year later
OSAKA — Bereaved families mourn the victims of an arson attack at a psychosomatic clinic one year la...
December 17, 2022
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General NewsFire breaks out in “Shinjuku Golden-Gai” in Tokyo
A fire broke out Saturday at a restaurant in "Shinjuku Golden-Gai" in the Kabukicho district of Shin...
December 17, 2022
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Washington Post‘¡Abuela la la la!’ Argentina’s viral, dancing, World Cup lucky charm
BUENOS AIRES – The funny thing is, María Cristina Mariscotti isn’t that much of a soccer fan. The 7...
December 17, 2022
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Washington PostUkraine air defenses counter Russian barrage, but missiles hit energy targets
KYIV, Ukraine – Russia launched another ferocious barrage of missiles at Ukraine on Friday, again pu...
December 17, 2022
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Washington PostMusk’s suspension of journalists on Twitter spurs U.S., international condemnation
U.S. and international officials condemned Twitter and Elon Musk on Friday after the social media co...
December 17, 2022
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General News3 kids per class in Japan may have developmental problems
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Three per class of 35 students in elementary and junior high schools in Japan m...
December 17, 2022
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Washington PostJurors can’t agree if reservist charged in Jan. 6 riot had illegal silencers
A Navy reservist accused of breaching the U.S. Capitol with the Proud Boys extremist group on Jan. 6...
December 17, 2022
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Defense & SecurityNew security policy set to boost Japan’s position on defense spending ranking
The defense buildup approved by the government on Friday could see Japan’s ranking in terms of defen...
December 17, 2022
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ReutersPrayers in Thailand for king’s hospitalised daughter
BANGKOK – Thai temples held prayers and senior leaders including the prime minister visited a hospit...
December 17, 2022
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Soccer World CupAdidas reports ‘extraordinary’ demand for Argentina jerseys
As Lionel Messi dreams of getting his hands on a maiden World Cup trophy in Qatar, his fans struggle...
December 17, 2022
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Japan In FocusYamaguchi: Sea urchin nuisance becomes income source for fishermen
NAGATO, Yamaguchi — Opinions of the purple sea urchin — a source of much annoyance for fishermen due...
December 17, 2022
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Defense & SecurityChinese carrier fleet sails near Okinawa
A Chinese Navy fleet of six warships, including the aircraft carrier Liaoning, sailed through a sea...
December 17, 2022
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ReutersState Department launches ‘China House’ amid rivalry with Beijing
WASHINGTON – The U.S. State Department on Friday launched its long-planned “China House” unit, an in...
December 17, 2022
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Asia-PacificSingapore: Super rich in wealth hubs still have their eyes on crypto currencies despite ‘winter’
The super rich in some of the world’s wealth management hubs, such as Singapore and Hong Kong, have ...
December 17, 2022