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SDF aircraft on standby in Maldives to support evacuation mission
The SDF plane will stand ready at an airport in the Indian Ocean island nation to respond to unforeseen circumstances.
Source: The Japan Times
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After missing the 2023 tournament, Seiya Suzuki is having his WBC moment
Three years after an injury kept him on the sidelines, Suzuki powered Samurai Japan to a comeback win over South Korea on Saturday.
Source: The Japan Times
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Sony faces $2.7 billion class-action suit from U.K. PlayStation users
The claimants' website accuses Sony of "exploiting its U.K. customers" for nearly a decade by charging them "too much for PlayStation digital games and in-game content."
Source: The Japan Times
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Cracks emerge in Iran's leadership as it reels under bombardment
Fissures within Iran's ruling elite were long suppressed under the rule of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but his killing a week ago has allowed them to spill out into the open.
Source: The Japan Times
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Pokémon Goes Porcelain: Pikachu & Eevee Figurines
To celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary, Lladró unveils handcrafted porcelain Pikachu and Eevee sculptures. These luxury collectibles offer a unique way to bring Pokémon into your home.
Source: SoraNews24
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Vietnam's Tết: Travel & Spending Trends Evolve
Vietnam's Lunar New Year (Tết) sees a shift in spending habits. More shopping is online, and individuals prioritize personal spending during the holiday.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Nintendo sues U.S. government over reciprocal tariffs
Trump's tariff policies affected Nintendo's business by forcing the company to delay the start of preorder sales in the United States for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Source: The Japan Times
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U.S. hotels seek World Cup boost after tourism dip under Trump
The U.S. hospitality sector has been reeling from a tourism slump. The country became the only major destination to see a drop in foreign visitors last year.
Source: The Japan Times
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Samurai Japan outlasts South Korea in back-and-forth thriller at WBC
Japan improved to 2-0 in the 2026 WBC.
Source: The Japan Times
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Iran president says forces told not to attack nearby states
Gulf states have urged Iran to avoid retaliating against them and some have said the U.S. and Israel cannot use their airspace or territory for any attacks on Iran.
Source: The Japan Times
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