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Bangladesh eyes energy sector overhaul as Iran war drags on
Economic adviser to PM says short-term stabilization key but structural change needed
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Russian satellite imagery used by Iran to target U.S. forces, Ukraine reports
Military bases and headquarters were targeted by Iranian ballistic missiles and drones within days of being surveyed by Russian satellites, the assessment says.
Source: The Japan Times
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Emperor and his family visit 2011 disaster memorial in Fukushima
The imperial couple and their daughter arrived in Fukushima Prefecture on Monday on a trip to inspect reconstruction efforts following the March 2011 disaster.
Source: The Japan Times
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McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Sanrio characters add sweetness to first-ever McDonald’s smoothie and frappe collaboration, complete with a Japanese idol commercial. As Japan’s hardest working feline, Hello Kitty’s work is never do
Source: SoraNews24
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New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
“Sakura saku” literally means “Sakura bloom” but it’s also code for something else. Japanese often feels like a deeply poetic language, where even everyday expressions carry layers of imagery and cul
Source: SoraNews24
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ASEAN survey finds growing doubts over US on trade and security
30% say relations with Washington will 'worsen,' doubling from last year's poll
Source: Nikkei Asia
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7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
This is one of 7-Eleven Japan’s rarest sweets, but is it worth tracking down? 7-Eleven is an ubiquitous part of Japanese cityscapes, but while you’re never too far from a branch of the convenience sto
Source: SoraNews24
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Iran defiant as deadline looms for Trump threat to infrastructure
Tehran rejected a U.S. proposal brokered by Pakistan for an immediate ceasefire and the lifting of its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, followed by talks on a broader peace deal.
Source: The Japan Times
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Taiwan's Lin takes bronze at Asian championships in competitive return
Lin opted not to compete in the world championships last year after governing body World Boxing announced that women boxers would have to undergo mandatory sex testing.
Source: The Japan Times
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The curious case of a pint-sized sleuth’s box-office phenomenon
A Golden Week tradition for many, the "Detective Conan" blockbuster franchise has built a cycle of anticipation that keeps fans engaged year after year.
Source: The Japan Times
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