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‘Betrayal’: The young victims of India’s exam leak scandal
The exam paper leak has fueled nationwide protests and public anger over an education system many students say is stacked against them.
Source: The Japan Times
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Seven & i abandons investment talks with Poland’s Zabka
Seven & i was unable to reach a deal that would be "in the best interests" of the company and its shareholders, it said in a statement Saturday.
Source: The Japan Times
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LeBron James chooses to play for 76ers with ‘last decision’
In Philadelphia, the four-time NBA MVP will join forces with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and recently acquired Jaylen Brown.
Source: The Japan Times
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SpaceX conducts first successful Starship test flight since going public
The primary goals of this 13th test launch were to once again demonstrate redesigns in flight, this time without any hiccups.
Source: The Japan Times
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Has AI become too powerful to control?
One of OpenAI's most advanced models broke out of a locked-down test and attacked another company's website — reviving fears that AI is becoming too powerful.
Source: The Japan Times
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Yen’s worst week since May brings it close to ¥165 vs. dollar
Japan's currency is approaching the closely watched ¥165-per-dollar level after hitting a fresh 40-year low of ¥163.99 on Thursday.
Source: The Japan Times
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Studio Ghibli releases Japanese curry shirts in honour of anime about the studio’s staff
Test your Ghibli fan level with your knowledge of this character and his unusual restaurant policy. There are many levels of Studio Ghibli fan, from those who know and love the most famous feature fi
Source: SoraNews24
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Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
“Lettuce that’s looking at you like it wants you to buy it.” Lettuce is one of those foods where the individual parts of the plant we eat are distinct from the harvestable foodstuff as a whole, which
Source: SoraNews24
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Kazuya Hara named head of new national intelligence bureau
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has seen the establishment of the bureau as a first step for the country's intelligence reform.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
“Drinkable Cigare” is so hard to get it’s been dubbed a “phantom”. Tokyo Station is packed with all sorts of delicious offerings, but right now one of the most sought-after treats you’ll find there is
Source: SoraNews24
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