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Iran-Pakistan Ties Amidst US Tensions
Pakistan's Army chief visited Tehran as Iran considers a U.S. peace proposal. Deep disagreements persist between Tehran and Washington.
Source: The Japan Times
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Drone Market Shift: Impact on Japan Travel?
Chinese drone manufacturers face restrictions, impacting global markets. This could affect drone availability and regulations for travelers in Japan.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Super! Eel Bread takes Japanese sushi into uncharted territory
Honouring a centuries-old tradition with a modern twist. Every summer, people around Japan eat eel to regain energy from the tiring heat. It’s a tradition that’s been around for centuries, with peopl
Source: SoraNews24
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PTT pivots to LNG trading as Middle East turmoil drives price volatility
Thai state-backed group seeks profit, energy security gains on expanded gas portfolio
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Yanesen: Tokyo’s Best Off-The-Beaten-Path Neighborhood
There is no shortage of charming neighborhoods in Tokyo but Yanesen stands out with its quaint atmosphere, shitamachi vibe and bohemian culture.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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Southampton fails in bid to overturn expulsion from world’s richest match
Southampton was thrown out of the final on Tuesday, and handed a four-point deduction for next season, after it had beaten semifinal opponent Middlesbrough.
Source: The Japan Times
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Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani delivers on mound and at plate in win over Padres
Ohtani (4-2) gave up three hits and walked two while striking out four in an 88-pitch effort.
Source: The Japan Times
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Indonesia's new export control rattles commodity buyers: 5 things to know
Danantara subsidiary to review existing contracts for coal, palm oil and nickel
Source: Nikkei Asia
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SpaceX's China-less IPO and other astronomical figures
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
Source: Nikkei Asia
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CineYama: A Foreigner-Built Theater Inside an Abandoned Kindergarten
Learn how a foreign turned an abandoned kindergarten in rural Yamanashi into CineYama, one of Japan’s most unique indie cinemas.
Source: GaijinPot Blog
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