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Apple unveils iPhone 16, but AI unavailable in Japanese, Chinese till 2025: PALO ALTO, California -- Apple introduced its first AI-powered iPhone on Monday ...
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Apple unveils iPhone 16, but AI unavailable in Japanese, Chinese till 2025
Huawei seeks to steal spotlight from Apple with launch of $2,800 tri-fold smartphone
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Quick Glance: Huawei Launches Eye-Catching Tri-Fold Smartphone
  • Huawei Technologies unveiled a tri-fold smartphone priced at $2,800 on September 10, aiming to strengthen its market position in China.

  • The Mate XT, which can fold in three ways, has already received over 3.6 million pre-orders and will be available starting September 20.

  • The launch came shortly after Apple's iPhone 16 announcement, during a time of declining sales for Apple in China, while Huawei increased its share in the foldable phone market.

  • With a 27.5 percent market share in foldable smartphones, Huawei surpassed Samsung, solidifying its leading position in China.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least one near Moscow, officials say: Ukraine on Tuesday struck Russia with a wave of drone attacks, killing at least ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine Executes Large-Scale Drone Attack on Russia
  • Ukraine conducted a significant drone strike involving up to 144 UAVs targeting various regions in Russia, including Moscow.

  • Russian air defenses intercepted 72 drones in Bryansk and 20 in Moscow, with additional interceptions across other areas.

  • The strikes caused damage to residential buildings in Ramenskoye, resulting in at least one death and several injuries.

  • Moscow's Domodedovo and Zhukovo airports were closed to air traffic due to the attacks, which targeted both military infrastructure and civilian areas.
In Photos: Japanese athletes raking in medals at Paris Paralympics - The Mainichi
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Quick Glance: Unforgettable Highlights from the 2024 Paralympics
  • The 2024 Paralympics in Paris showcased historic moments, including Matt Stutzman winning gold as the first armless athlete in archery.

  • Jodie Grinham made history as the first pregnant athlete to earn a medal in archery, while Zakia Khudadadi became the first medalist from the Refugee Paralympic Team.

  • France celebrated its first gold medal in boccia with Aurelie Aubert, and Japan triumphed over the USA in wheelchair rugby.

  • More than 4,000 athletes competed, with the games concluding in a ceremony, and the next Paralympics set for 2028 in Los Angeles.
Futures waver on caution ahead of inflation report: U.S. stock index futures struggled for direction on Tuesday ahead of a crucial consumer price inflation ...
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Futures waver on caution ahead of inflation report
Iran will face new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia, Blinken says: Iran will be hit with new sanctions Tuesday for supplying ballistic missiles to ...
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Iran will face new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia ...
Quick Glance: Iran Accused of Supplying Missiles to Russia
  • The United States and Britain have formally accused Iran of supplying Russia with short-range ballistic missiles for its war in Ukraine.

  • U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that sanctions against those involved would be imposed later on Tuesday.

  • These allegations could pressure Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to push for deeper strikes into Russia with the support of Western allies.

  • Iran has denied the accusations, asserting that military assistance in conflicts is inhumane.
Typhoon Yagi unleashes destruction in Vietnam, threatens Hanoi: The death toll in Vietnam from Asia's worst storm this year reached 127 on Tuesday ...
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Typhoon Yagi unleashes destruction in Vietnam, threatens Hanoi
Easy Japanese news in translation: Go player Ryo Ichiriki wins world championship - The Mainichi
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Easy Japanese news in translation: Go player Ryo Ichiriki wins world ...
Abrdn names interim chief Jason Windsor as group CEO: Asset manager Abrdn named interim boss Jason Windsor as its new chief executive officer on Tuesday ...
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Abrdn names interim chief Jason Windsor as group CEO
Britain's Draper working to get fit for Davis Cup: Jack Draper is working on his fitness after picking up a niggle at the U.S. Open and is set to link up with ...
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Britain's Draper working to get fit for Davis Cup
Apple’s new AirPods are also hearing aids. Can they really save you thousands of dollars?
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Apple’s new AirPods are also hearing aids. Can they really save you ...
Easy Japanese news in translation: Misato chestnut harvest starts in Miyazaki Prefecture - The Mainichi
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Japanese firms sour on China after long years of brushing off risks: Almost half of Japanese firms in China polled in a recent survey said they won’t spend more ...
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Japanese firms sour on China after long years of brushing off risks
Tesla supplier Panasonic ready to make larger 4680 EV batteries: WAKAYAMA, Japan -- Japanese battery maker Panasonic Energy is ready to begin mass-producing its ...
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Tesla supplier Panasonic ready to make larger 4680 EV batteries
Material that extends EV battery life set for higher output in Japan: OSAKA -- Japanese chemical group Nippon Shokubai will build a 37.5 billion yen ($263 ...
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Material that extends EV battery life set for higher output in Japan
Honda scales back factory workforce at 2nd China joint venture: GUANGZHOU -- Honda Motor will reduce staffing at its Chinese joint venture with ...
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Honda scales back factory workforce at 2nd China joint venture
Australia's NEXTDC plans to raise $500 mln to tap AI boom via Asian expansion: Australian data centre operator NEXTDC said on Tuesday it was looking to raise a ...
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Australia's NEXTDC plans to raise $500 mln to tap AI boom via Asian ...
Top Olympic sponsor Panasonic ending its contract with IOC: Olympic sponsor Panasonic is terminating its contract with the IOC at the end of the year ...
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Top Olympic sponsor Panasonic ending its contract with IOC
Japanese stocks pare losses after early slide on U.S. economy worries: TOKYO -- Japan's benchmark stock index closed lower on Monday, significantly ...
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Japanese stocks pare losses after early slide on U.S. economy worries
Jenny Hastings: Body found in search for wife of rugby star: Jenny Hastings, wife of ex-Scotland international Scott Hastings, disappeared at a wild swimming ...
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Jenny Hastings: Body found in search for wife of rugby star
Quick Glance: Tragic Disappearance of Jennifer Hastings
  • Jennifer Hastings, wife of Scottish rugby legend Scott Hastings, is presumed dead after going missing while wild swimming.

  • A major search effort was launched, but her body has not yet been recovered.

  • The family stated that Jenny struggled with mental health issues and may not have been able to cope with her situation.

  • Scott Hastings and his wife were advocates for mental health, helping others facing similar challenges.
Trump-Harris first presidential debate: What to watch for on Tuesday: The candidates will go head-to-head for the first and perhaps only time before voters head ...
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Trump-Harris first presidential debate: What to watch for on Tuesday
Quick Glance: Trump Emphasizes Familiar Grievances at Wisconsin Rally
  • Donald Trump addressed a rally in Mosinee, Wisconsin, reiterating his familiar complaints about indictments and border policies.

  • He announced plans for a 'Government Efficiency Commission' led by Elon Musk to assess federal government performance.

  • While Trump focused on his campaign, Kamala Harris prepared for their upcoming debate in Pittsburgh, emphasizing national unity.

  • Trump criticized the current administration for societal division and labeled its border policy as 'suicidal'.
Japan's NTT Docomo set to release $1,700 'extended reality' glasses: TOKYO -- NTT Docomo will sell lightweight "extended reality" (XR) smart ...
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Japan's NTT Docomo set to release $1,700 'extended reality' glasses
Office rental group IWG's shareholder urges firm to consider moving listing to US
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Office rental group IWG's shareholder urges firm to consider moving ...
Japanese LDP leader candidate Kato calls for stimulus plan: TOKYO (Reuters) -- Katsunobu Kato, Japan's former health minister and a candidate running in the ...
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Japanese LDP leader candidate Kato calls for stimulus plan
Seven & I pans value of offer as it rejects Canadian takeover bid: Seven & I said that Alimentation Couche-Tard had “grossly” undervalued the target company and ...
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Seven & I pans value of offer as it rejects Canadian takeover bid
Quick Glance: Seven & I Rejects Couche-Tard Acquisition Offer
  • Seven & i Holdings Co. plans to inform Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. that its offer for the Japanese convenience store operator is insufficient and raises competition law concerns.

  • The company will outline in a letter that Couche-Tard's bid of under $15 per share does not reflect the business's value or growth strategy.

  • Couche-Tard expresses a desire for constructive engagement but did not comment on Seven & i's concerns.

  • A merger could face scrutiny from US competition authorities, and the Japanese government may block the deal due to national security considerations.
US and Chinese commanders hold rare talks to dial down risk of ‘miscalculation’: American and Chinese military commanders spoke in a long-anticipated call ...
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US and Chinese commanders hold rare talks to dial down risk of ...
Hearing aid makers slip after Apple rolls out hearing aid features, analysts shrug off threat
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Hearing aid makers slip after Apple rolls out hearing aid features ...
Morgan Stanley expects mergers, IPOs to lag trends through 2024: Morgan Stanley expects activity for mergers, acquisitions and initial public offerings to remain ...
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Morgan Stanley expects mergers, IPOs to lag trends through 2024
German bank shares slide, DAX underperforms: German bank shares were among the worst performing European equities on Tuesday, as a selloff in U.S ...
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German bank shares slide, DAX underperforms
Protein quality, quantity both important as intake in Japan short of target: expert - The Mainichi
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Protein quality, quantity both important as intake in Japan short of ...
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says succession is his most important task: JPMorgan Chase is focused on succession planning and has a cadre of "extremely" qualified ...
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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says succession is his most important task
Europe’s top court just delivered multi-billion dollar blows to Apple and Google: Apple has lost its fight to dodge a €13 billion ($14.4 billion) tax bill ...
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Europe’s top court just delivered multi-billion dollar blows to Apple and ...
Fukushima Produce, Japanese Scallops Food Events Kick Off in U.S., U.K.; Produce Available at New York Festival, Harrods and More
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Fukushima Produce, Japanese Scallops Food Events Kick Off in U.S., U.K ...
UK sells peaches from Fukushima nuclear disaster region: Harrods' sale of the fruit is part of efforts to restore trust after the 2011 radiation leak.
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UK sells peaches from Fukushima nuclear disaster region
Fed's Barr unveils sweeping bank capital plan revisions after pushback, delays: The Federal Reserve's regulatory chief on Tuesday outlined a sweeping overhaul ...
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Fed's Barr unveils sweeping bank capital plan revisions after pushback ...
Mitsui's protein push embraces shrimp and poultry: TOKYO -- Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co. is rushing to acquire assets in the poultry and shrimp ...
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Mitsui's protein push embraces shrimp and poultry
Volkswagen scraps decades-old job guarantees, paving way for lay-offs: Volkswagen said on Tuesday it was scrapping a range of labour agreements including a ...
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Volkswagen scraps decades-old job guarantees, paving way for lay-offs
Apple supplier IQE expects annual profit at lower end of market view: British semiconductor wafer maker IQE said on Tuesday it expects annual profit to be at the ...
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Apple supplier IQE expects annual profit at lower end of market view
What are the Indian operations of strike-hit Samsung Electronics?: The Indian operations of South Korean giant Samsung Electronics were disrupted for a second ...
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What are the Indian operations of strike-hit Samsung Electronics?
Quick Glance: Strike Disrupts Samsung Production in India
  • The strike at Samsung in Sriperumbudur continues into its second day as hundreds of employees demand higher wages.

  • The plant, primarily producing electronic goods, employs around 1,800 people and contributes 20% to 30% of Samsung's annual revenue of $12 billion in India.

  • Protesters are seeking not only wage increases but also better working hours and union recognition.

  • The strike may hinder Samsung's production ramp-up ahead of the critical festive sales period in October.
Pensioners don’t need winter fuel payments, says Starmer: The prime minister is unfazed by the threat of a rebellion in a Commons vote on Tuesday
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Pensioners don’t need winter fuel payments, says Starmer
Quick Glance: Vote Approves Cuts to Pensioners' Winter Fuel Payments
  • MPs have approved government plans to cut winter fuel payments for most pensioners.

  • A total of 348 MPs voted against a motion to delay the cuts affecting around 10 million pensioners.

  • The changes will reduce eligible pensioners from 11.4 million to 1.5 million, saving approximately £1.4 billion this year.

  • Sir Keir Starmer defended the cuts as necessary for economic stability, asserting that they would ultimately benefit state pension increases.
RTX sees labor challenges, exploring alternatives to China suppliers: The head of aerospace and defense giant RTX said on Tuesday that global supply chains ...
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RTX sees labor challenges, exploring alternatives to China suppliers
Those looking for jobs in Japan get another shot at it in September: Hiring for new recruits usually takes place in time for an April start ...
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Those looking for jobs in Japan get another shot at it in September
Japan PM hopeful Ishiba says complete exit from deflation crucial: Shigeru Ishiba, the former Japanese defence minister running in the ruling party's leadership ...
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Japan PM hopeful Ishiba says complete exit from deflation crucial
Japanese Olympic Basketball Star Yuki Kawamura Signs with NBA’s Grizzlies
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Japanese Olympic Basketball Star Yuki Kawamura Signs with NBA’s Grizzlies
Japan display makers pay dearly for failing to foresee iPhone's LCD exit: TOKYO/OSAKA -- Japanese display makers, once the biggest suppliers of iPhone screens ...
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Japan display makers pay dearly for failing to foresee iPhone's LCD exit
North Korea to 'exponentially' increase number of nuclear weapons: SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the country is now implementing a ...
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North Korea to 'exponentially' increase number of nuclear ...
Quick Glance: North Korea: Kim Jong Un Intensifies Nuclear Readiness
  • Kim Jong Un announced plans to make North Korea's nuclear forces fully combat-ready in response to threats from the United States and its allies.

  • In light of escalating geopolitical tensions, North Korea is expected to conduct provocative weapons tests, particularly ahead of the U.S. presidential elections in November.

  • The North Korean leader perceives the military expansion of a U.S.-led alliance as a grave threat, prompting efforts to enhance his country's military capabilities.

  • Recent balloon launches by North Korea towards South Korea represent a psychological warfare tactic in response to South Korean propaganda activities.
Paralympics: Japanese judoka Shizuka Hangai wins 48-kg silver in Paris - The Mainichi
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Paralympics: Japanese judoka Shizuka Hangai wins 48-kg silver in Paris - ...
Key events at Nike under CEO John Donahoe: Nike will hold its annual meeting virtually on Tuesday and a key issue to be voted on will be a workers' rights ...
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Key events at Nike under CEO John Donahoe
BMW trims 2024 profit margin on technical issues, weak China demand: BMW trimmed its profitability guidance for 2024 on Tuesday, pointing to technical problems ...
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BMW trims 2024 profit margin on technical issues, weak China demand
Japanese duo clean world's tallest bronze Buddha statue: Emerging from the head of the world's tallest bronze Buddha and climbing down to its right ear ...
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Japanese duo clean world's tallest bronze Buddha statue
Fortress to buy Japanese Hawaii-themed resort: TOKYO -- U.S. firm Fortress Investment Group will acquire the operator of Spa Resort Hawaiians in Fukushima ...
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Fortress to buy Japanese Hawaii-themed resort
Vista Outdoor yet to decide on MNC Capital takeover bid, delays investor meet: Vista Outdoor said on Tuesday it has not yet decided on the latest buyout offer ...
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Vista Outdoor yet to decide on MNC Capital takeover bid, delays investor ...
India's Tata enlists Tokyo Electron in semiconductor push: PUNE, India -- Tata Electronics said Monday it will partner with Japanese chipmaking equipment ...
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India's Tata enlists Tokyo Electron in semiconductor push
Kane set to become 10th player to win 100 caps for England: England captain Harry Kane will earn his 100th cap for his country when they host Finland in the ...
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Kane set to become 10th player to win 100 caps for England
Japanese sushi chefs in high demand overseas, where earnings can triple - The Mainichi
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Japanese sushi chefs in high demand overseas, where earnings can triple - ...
Outstanding Japanese garden on Scots hillside was rescued from ruin: The Japanese Garden at Cowden Upper, Dollar: When Sara Stewart inherited seven acres of ...
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Outstanding Japanese garden on Scots hillside was rescued from ruin
2025 AFCON: Rwanda 0-0 Nigeria: Eagles stay top of Group D: Despite dominating possession and creating more chances, the Super Eagles were held to a goalless ...
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2025 AFCON: Rwanda 0-0 Nigeria: Eagles stay top of Group D
Japanese cars and beer gain ground in South Korea as relations thaw: Monthly sales of Japanese cars, including Toyota and Lexus, jumped 31% in August from a year ...
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Japanese cars and beer gain ground in South Korea as relations thaw
Quick Glance: Japanese Products Surge in South Korea Amid Thawing Relations
  • Sales of Japanese cars in South Korea increased by 31% in August, driven by a shift in consumer preference towards hybrid vehicles.

  • The rising popularity of Japanese goods, including beer and whisky, is attributed to improving bilateral relations and a weaker yen.

  • A survey revealed that 57% of South Koreans in their 20s and 30s hold favorable views towards Japan.

  • The number of South Korean travelers to Japan surged nearly 40% in the first seven months of this year.
Puffed up with pride: Japanese 10-year-old passes deadly fish test: A Japanese 10-year-old has become the youngest person authorised to prepare fugu pufferfish ...
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Puffed up with pride: Japanese 10-year-old passes deadly fish test
Nippon Steel’s Acquisition Plan: Blocking of Deal by U.S. Govt Would Be Incomprehensible
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Nippon Steel’s Acquisition Plan: Blocking of Deal by U.S. Govt Would Be ...
BYD's global expansion push runs into stiff Japan test: BYD is rolling out electric-vehicle charging stations and ramping up marketing and customer incentives in ...
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BYD's global expansion push runs into stiff Japan test
Japan's 'K-food' market expands 50% in five years: TOKYO -- South Korean music and cosmetics have long been popular among Japanese youth ...
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Japan's 'K-food' market expands 50% in five years
Quick Glance: Korean Cuisine Surges in Popularity in Japan
  • Japan's market for Korean food products has grown 50% in the past five years.

  • The popularity of Korean pop culture has increased demand for authentic Korean cuisine.

  • Major food processors are expanding their offerings of frozen foods and meal kits to meet consumer needs.

  • Products such as mandu, kimchi, and seasonings are experiencing double-digit sales growth.
Japan's Takeshi Kitano 'a bit embarrassed' as new film shows at Venice: Japanese cult director Takeshi Kitano said on Friday he was "a bit embarrassed" by his ...
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Japan's Takeshi Kitano 'a bit embarrassed' as new film shows at Venice
China's Envision to invest $1 bln in Spain to make green hydrogen machinery: Spain said on Tuesday it had signed a deal with Envision Group for the Chinese group ...
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China's Envision to invest $1 bln in Spain to make green hydrogen ...
Hakone offers visitors lush nature and rich cultural history: The town of Hakone is a popular tourist destination with abundant nature, hot springs and museums ...
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Hakone offers visitors lush nature and rich cultural history
Japan Inc. eyes larger overseas M&A amid hunt for growth: TOKYO -- Japanese companies are seeking to buy ever-larger foreign companies in their hunt for growth ...
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Japan Inc. eyes larger overseas M&A amid hunt for growth
Daikin taps AI to cut office AC power use by up to 20%: OSAKA -- Japanese air conditioner maker Daikin Industries has this month launched a service that employs ...
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Daikin taps AI to cut office AC power use by up to 20%
Easy Japanese news in translation: Steam train 'Iron Horse' running in Hokkaido - The Mainichi
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Easy Japanese news in translation: Steam train 'Iron Horse' running in ...
Video captures eel escaping from the guts of a fish by swimming out the gills: Japanese researchers have captured a surprising escape tactic used by juvenile ...
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Video captures eel escaping from the guts of a fish by swimming out the ...
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei dies after boyfriend set her on fire: Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died from her injuries after being ...
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Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei dies after boyfriend set her on fire
Quick Glance: Tragic Loss: Olympic Runner Cheptegei Passes Away
  • Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei died after sustaining burns to 80% of her body in an attack by her partner.

  • Cheptegei, who had recently competed in the Paris Olympics, was 33 and succumbed to organ failure in the hospital.

  • Her father is seeking justice and criticized security measures since the assailant remains at large.

  • The Uganda Athletics Federation and the Ugandan Sports Minister emphasize the urgent need to combat gender-based violence.