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New Law in Japan to Stipulate Parental Ties in Fertility Treatments with Third-party Donors
Special provisions to the Civil Code that stipulate parental relationships for children born from...
November 29, 2020
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Dementia Progresses in Patients Due to Coronavirus Precautions
As the coronavirus continues to spread, 85% of caretakers for dementia patients think dementia sy...
November 29, 2020
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New Japan Meteorological Agency Building Has Enhanced Functions
The Japan Meteorological Agency has begun its relocation to a new main building in Tokyo, after u...
November 28, 2020
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Osaka Aquarium Dives into Holiday Spirit with ‘Santa Diver’
OSAKA -- A diver clad in a Santa Claus costume brought a festive mood to Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan ...
November 28, 2020
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