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Analysis: US blockade of Hormuz casts shadow over Trump's China visit
As pressures mount on Chinese economy's choke point, Xi poised for counteroffensive
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Some in LDP were positive about formation of CRA, says Noda
The former CRA co-leader says several moderate conservative members of the LDP were approached for cooperation to realize a broad political realignment.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan to import 1m barrels of oil from Mexico in step away from Middle East
Takaichi and Sheinbaum agree on energy, economic security cooperation
Source: Nikkei Asia
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3 Japan insurers found to have improperly handled Toyota information
Tokio Marine, Mitsui may have breached personal privacy protections
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japanese trade delegation visit to China planned for June
The delegation is expected to inspect the China International Supply Chain Expo, which will be held in Beijing from June 22 to 26.
Source: The Japan Times
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Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
The apology may have taken longer than the delay. Enough has been said about the extreme punctuality of trains in Japan that it’s become as famous a cultural feature as sushi or decorative manhole lid
Source: SoraNews24
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LeBron James nets 28 as Lakers grab 2-0 lead on Rockets
The Philadelphia 76ers bounced back to even their Eastern Conference playoff series with the host Boston Celtics in a 111-97 decision.
Source: The Japan Times
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23% of Japan’s sauna facilities lack panic buttons
The health ministry has asked local governments to strengthen their supervision of saunas in the wake of a fatal incident late last year.
Source: The Japan Times
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JAL eyes passport-free international travel with facial recognition
Japanese airline aims to implement system by 2035 that can replace ID, tickets
Source: Nikkei Asia
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New-harvest onions add layers of flavor to any dish
Keep your eyes peeled for the sweet and juicy "shin-tamanegi" onions at your local supermarket.
Source: The Japan Times
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