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Japan passes bill to prevent unauthorized overseas crop sales
The bill aims to better protect the rights related to Japan-developed fruits that are popular overseas and prevent a loss of profit.
Source: The Japan Times
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Mass murder plot stopped by friend of Akihabara mass murderer
A friend to the friendless. On 11 July, Toyama Prefectural police knocked on the door of an apartment in the city of Namerikawa. They informed the 53-year-old resident that he was under arrest for plo
Source: SoraNews24
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Teen girl in Japan refuses to be victim, personally escorts train pervert to police for arrest
Things did not turn out how this creep had planned. Without delving too in depth into the mindset of sexual predators who prey on victims on trains in Japan, their basic M.O. is to stay subtle as they
Source: SoraNews24
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Bioplastic use rising in Japan amid naphtha woes
The "naphtha shock" exposed the risk of relying on Middle East crude oil for industrial and daily goods materials.
Source: The Japan Times
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Baskin-Robbins Japan’s semi-secret affogato is a perfect mix of fun and fancy [Taste test]
Not every Baskin-Robbins Japan branch has it, but it’s very much worth tracking down. Among the frozen treat faithful Baskin-Robbins, or “Thirty-one” as fans in Japan call it, is known for being a qui
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan’s parliament passes bill to revise retrial system
The revised code will prohibit prosecutors from appealing court orders to initiate retrials in principle, while some exceptions will be allowed on sufficient grounds.
Source: The Japan Times
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Bills to preserve imperial family clear Upper House
They pave the way for the first major revision of the Imperial House Law since its establishment in 1947.
Source: The Japan Times
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Giannis Antetokounmpo says Heat provide best route to another NBA title
The Heat are also reportedly in the mix for LeBron James, who is deciding where he will play next after announcing his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers in June.
Source: The Japan Times
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China lauds Papua New Guinea over decision to shut Taiwan office
Taiwan's Foreign Ministry said the decision was made without consultation and it lodged a formal protest with Papua New Guinea, adding that the office continued normal operations.
Source: The Japan Times
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After job-quitting service, leave-of-absence-request proxy service sees rising demand in Japan
Sometimes you need to tell your bosses you need a break, but you need someone else to be the one to tell them. Job-quitting services have been a thing in Japan for several years now. Essentially you p
Source: SoraNews24
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