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ReutersNASA to make rare launch of rockets from Australia
SYDNEY (Reuters) — NASA will launch three rockets within weeks from northern Australia for scientifi...
June 15, 2022
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‘Dragon of Death’ flying reptile dug up in Argentina
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) — Argentine scientists discovered a new species of a huge flying reptile dubb...
June 15, 2022
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General NewsAmazon drivers organize a labor union
A group of self-employed drivers commissioned by shipping companies to deliver packages for Amazon m...
June 15, 2022
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General NewsMito seeks to designate Natto Day
MITO — An ordinance to establish Natto Day will be proposed Wednesday by Mito, a city famous for pro...
June 14, 2022
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General NewsWalnut allergy cases up 10-fold in 9 years
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The number of walnut allergy cases in Japan has jumped over 10-fold in nine yea...
June 14, 2022
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Crime & CourtsVictims hail Penal Code revision
A revision to the Penal Code that includes tougher penalties for internet abuse has been hailed by p...
June 14, 2022
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General NewsGovt conducts hearing from boat operator for license revocation
SAPPORO (Jiji Press) — The transport ministry on Tuesday conducted a hearing from the operator of t...
June 14, 2022
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Politics & GovernmentScandal-hit lawmaker Yoshikawa urged to resign
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — A Liberal Democratic Party heavyweight urged House of Representatives member Ta...
June 14, 2022
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DeliciousGourmet food upping interest in resorts
HITACHINAKA/OARAI, Ibaraki — A local government task force is using newly developed gourmet foods to...
June 14, 2022
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Associated PressBitcoin plunges as major crypto lender halts operations
NEW YORK (AP) — The price of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies plummeted Monday after a major crypt...
June 14, 2022
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Associated PressSouth Korea says North completed prep for new nuclear test
WASHINGTON (AP) — South Korea’s top diplomat said Monday that North Korea has completed preparations...
June 14, 2022
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General NewsFund created to support Ukrainian evacuees in Japan
Donations are now being accepted for the Ukrainian Evacuees Assistance Fund to support people who fl...
June 14, 2022
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General News
Teleworking husbands do more chores, child-rearing than before, annual report shows
Housework and child-rearing increased more for husbands who telework compared to those who go to the...
June 14, 2022
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General NewsKomachi Festival held for 1st time in 3 years
AKITA ― The Komachi Festival was held at Komachi no Sato park in Yuzawa, Akita Prefecture, to honor...
June 14, 2022
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Japan In FocusTokyo: Lend an ear to the history and science of sound
Whether it’s the open-air din of a crowded city or music on a pair of headphones, most people can’t ...
June 14, 2022