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Denny Tamaki will seek third term as Okinawa governor
Genta Koja, 42, a former deputy mayor of Naha, plans to run as a de facto candidate of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party.
Source: The Japan Times
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Victims mourned 21 years after JR West train crash in Amagasaki
On April 25, 2005, a train entered a curved section at a speed far exceeding the limit and derailed, with the first and second cars colliding with a nearby apartment building.
Source: The Japan Times
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Chinese tungsten export restrictions throw hobby world off the mark
From darts to fishing tackle, manufacturers struggle with shortage of unique metal
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Palestinian local elections give some Gazans first chance to vote in years
The West Bank-based Palestinian Authority hopes the symbolic inclusion of the Gazan city of Deir al-Balah will reinforce its claim to authority over the territory.
Source: The Japan Times
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Honda postpones self-driving goal to 2028 as EV retreat takes toll
Japanese automaker falls behind competitors in next-gen technology
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Chief of government-backed JIC could become next Tepco chairman
If the appointment is approved, the 74-year-old will become the fifth chairman in a row picked from outside the major power company.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan Foresees No Fuel Restrictions
Japan is confident in its energy supply despite global disruptions. This means travelers shouldn't expect fuel-saving measures affecting transportation or services.
Source: The Japan Times
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Bank branches in Japan tapped to double as luggage hubs
Sagawa and MUFG Bank team up in Kyoto to ease tourist strain
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Anthropic says Google to pump $40 bil into AI startup
Google is planning to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic, the artificial intelligence firm confirmed Friday, expanding a long-standing alliance between the two companies. The investment builds…
Source: Japan Today
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Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment
The Justice Department will adopt firing squads as a permitted method of execution as the Trump administration moves to ramp up and expedite capital punishment cases, officials said…
Source: Japan Today
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