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Brief US-China calm masks simmering anger and distrust
Trump's Beijing visit highlights both countries' dilemma in gaining upper hand
Source: Nikkei Asia
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University of Tokyo's May Festival resumes after bomb threat
The University of Tokyo's annual May Festival resumed on Sunday after the first day’s events were canceled on Saturday due to a bomb threat. The festival is organized…
Source: Japan Today
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Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for World Cup preparation
Iran's World Cup squad will travel to Turkey on Monday for a training camp, friendlies and to complete visa applications before heading to the United States, head coach…
Source: Japan Today
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Foreign tourists get a grip on sumo beyond ringside
From Asakusa to Osaka, operators offer hands-on shows and dinner packages
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan’s new emissions trading program: Key climate tool or paper tiger?
While climate advocates welcome emissions trading in Japan, there are concerns that the program lacks ambition.
Source: The Japan Times
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French judge will look into complaints against Saudi crown prince over Khashoggi's killing
A French investigating judge will examine a complaint by two rights groups accusing Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of involvement in the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal…
Source: Japan Today
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US Tourists Arrested After Monkey Zoo Stunt
Two American tourists were arrested in Japan after a disruptive incident at a zoo featuring baby monkey Punch. The individuals allegedly scaled a fence in costume, causing the monkeys to scatter.
Source: The Japan Times
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Samsung Union Talks Resume: Strike Averted?
Samsung's union and management are back in negotiations, aiming to prevent a potential strike. The government is prepared to take emergency measures to protect the economy if talks collapse.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan's SBI, Rakuten to sell crypto investment trusts developed in-house
Other major securities firms to weigh offering products when regulations settle
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Renho suffers upset loss in CDP Tokyo chapter leadership race
The 58-year-old member of the House of Councillors was defeated by Yuji Kawana, 66, a member of the Musashino city assembly in western Tokyo.
Source: The Japan Times
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