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Johannes Lochner leads German 2-man bobsled sweep
Counting the World Cup season and the Milan Cortina Olympics, there were 24 medals up for grabs in two-man bobsledding this winter. Germany won 23 of them —…
Source: Japan Today
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Junk to high-tech: India bets on e-waste for critical minerals
Global worries about China's dominance as a critical minerals producer has galvanized New Delhi to ramp up extracting materials essential for it to become an AI hub.
Source: The Japan Times
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Trump selects three projects to be funded under Japan's $550 billion pledge
Japan and the U.S. have agreed on the first round of projects to be funded by Japan, and a strategically important synthetic diamond factory is on the list.
Source: The Japan Times
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Cambodian PM says Thailand is occupying territory after Trump-brokered ceasefire
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet told Reuters on Tuesday that Thai forces are occupying Cambodian territory after fighting last year despite a peace accord brokered by U.S. President…
Source: Japan Today
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March 2026: 8 Events Not To Miss in Tokyo
Spring is coming, and we have the best list of events — from traditional fire festivals to the much-anticipated cherry-blossom parties. There’s also the Girl’s Day doll festival and St. Patrick’s Day
Source: Tokyo Cheapo
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Vietnam tackles gold fever with black market crackdown
Fines up to $12K introduced for illicit gold as major market eases production monopoly
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Takaichi heads into parliament with key agenda points in mind
Passing the budget, setting up an intelligence agency, and cutting the consumption tax are all top priorities for Sanae Takaichi, who was reelected as prime minister.
Source: The Japan Times
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Philippine Vice President Duterte to run for president in 2028 elections
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said on Wednesday that she will run for president in the 2028 elections while blaming incumbent leader Ferdinand Marcos Jr for the country's…
Source: Japan Today
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Yokote Kamakura Snow Festival: One of Japan’s Most Magical Winter Events
Experience the Yokote Kamakura Snow Festival, where glowing snow huts, castle views and local traditions transform this quiet Akita town each winter.
Source: GaijinPot Blog
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Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Can Hokkaido’s annual outdoor art event charm a Tohoku girl who’s always been lukewarm on winter travel? “You’ve gotta be crazy to go out of your way to take a trip somewhere at the coldest time of th
Source: SoraNews24
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