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Politics & GovernmentNot Reporting Kickbacks is ‘Long-Standing Practice’; Abe Faction Executives Apologize
A total of eight people were indicted Friday in connection with the political funds scandal involvin...
January 20, 2024
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CompaniesShipment Ban Lifted for Daihatsu’s 5 Models
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The transport ministry Friday lifted its shipment suspension order on five mode...
January 20, 2024
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Travel SpotsMiyazaki: Museum Brings Takachiho Railway History to Life
TAKACHIHO, Miyazaki — A museum has opened recently in Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture, featuring the ...
January 20, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentLDP Abe, Nikai Factions to Dissolve to Regain Public’s Trust; Decision Follows Kishida Faction Move to Disband
The Liberal Democratic Party’s Abe and Nikai factions’ decision on Friday to disband was made in the...
January 20, 2024
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Travel SpotsKochi: Twin Fairies Strive to Eliminate Stigma of Harimaya Bridge
KOCHI — The Harimaya Bridge in Kochi is known as one of Japan’s three most disappointing sightseeing...
January 20, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentRussia Names Diplomat Nozdrev as Ambassador to Japan
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday appointed Nikolai Nozdrev, director ...
January 20, 2024
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Washington PostUvalde Shooting Report sharply Critical of Police Response, Leaders
UVALDE, Tex. – The nation’s top law enforcement official on Thursday punctuated a scathing report on...
January 20, 2024
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Washington PostJudge in Trump Georgia Case Orders Hearing on Fani Willis Misconduct Claims
A state judge overseeing the election interference case against former president Donald Trump in Geo...
January 20, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentProsecutors: Mishandling of Political Funds ‘Intentional and Harmful’; No Evidence for Involvement of Faction Execs
Tokyo prosecutors have filed indictments against a total of eight people for violating the Political...
January 20, 2024
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Washington PostNew EPA Rule could Save 4,200 Lives a Year. Industry Warns It could Cost Biden His Reelection.
The Environmental Protection Agency is preparing to significantly strengthen limits on fine particle...
January 20, 2024
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Washington PostEconomic Vibes are finally Improving, Consumer Sentiment Surges
It appears Americans are finally feeling better about the economy. Consumer sentiment, a window int...
January 20, 2024
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Washington PostGeorgia Prosecutor in Trump Case Paid for Flights with Fani Willis, Filing Shows
The lead prosecutor in the election interference case against former president Donald Trump paid for...
January 20, 2024
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Travel SpotsWakayama: Can Dragon Museum Help Village?
TANABE, Wakayama — Residents of Tanabe, Wakayama Prefecture, are hoping that the Ryujinmura Dragon M...
January 20, 2024
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General NewsHeavy Snow Expected in Kanto, Koshin Areas
Heavy snow is expected in the Kanto and Koshin regions, mainly along mountainous areas, from Saturd...
January 20, 2024
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Associated PressWall Street Hits Record High Following a 2-year Round Trip Scarred by Inflation
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street returned to record heights Friday to cap a punishing, two-year round tri...
January 20, 2024