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Japan to survey bear habitats in Niigata and Tohoku region
The government surveys aim to gain a better understanding of bear behavior in wide areas, as bears often roam across prefectural borders.
Source: The Japan Times
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Teen robbery-murder suspects say couple threatened to kill their families
The teenage suspects received real-time instructions from the couple during the robbery.
Source: The Japan Times
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The story of our reporter P.K. Sanjun’s heart attack
There are two phone numbers to remember in a situation like this, but one is much more important. Our Japanese-language reporter P.K. Sanjun is an adventurous guy with a wide range of interests, and i
Source: SoraNews24
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Asian countries boost Ebola precautions after WHO declaration
Officials say the likelihood of local transmission remains low, and no cases have been publicly confirmed in Asia.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan’s izakaya pubs closing at record pace, failing to attract foreign tourists
Combination of factors is dimming the shine of one of the stars of Japanese restaurant culture. Izakaya are a unique part of Japanese food culture. Their closest analogy would be pubs, since izakaya s
Source: SoraNews24
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Trump investment comes as Kura Sushi pursues US expansion
Conveyor-belt sushi chain aims to triple store count to 300 by mixing fun and food
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Thailand to shrink visa-free stays to 30 days, citing abuse
Unauthorized employment and criminal activity reportedly surge
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Indonesia takes control of 'strategic' commodity exports with new body
Industry frets and stocks fall as government targets palm oil, coal and key minerals
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Possible fatal bear attack reported in mountains of western Tokyo
If confirmed, the incident in the mountains of Okutama would mark Tokyo's first recorded fatal bear attack since at least 2006.
Source: The Japan Times
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Mythos risk prompts Japan banks to brace for cyberattacks 'this fall'
Lenders' AI investments have focused on efficiency, not defense
Source: Nikkei Asia
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