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Can a new government finally turn Bangladesh around?
Stakes for democratic legitimacy and economic stability are high for Tarique Rahman's BNP
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Culture•
Europe talks nuclear weapons after U.S. delivers reality check
The countries involved in discussions usually host U.S. military assets, are close to Russia and feel directly threatened by Vladimir Putin, sources said.
Source: The Japan Times
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Tokyo’s best ramen breakfast? Restaurant two minutes from Tokyo Station is a strong contender
Special morning-only ramen is a great way to start your Tokyo day. They say that you should never put off until tomorrow that which you can do today, and by that same logic, you should never put off u
Source: SoraNews24
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Road-tripping Sri Lanka: Two weeks of delightful detours
The 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean' offers no shortage of history, nature and restful retreats
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Fatal Stabbing in Osaka's Dotombori; Travel Alert
A 17-year-old died and two others were injured in a stabbing in Osaka's Dotombori district. Travelers should be aware of increased police presence and potential disruptions in the area.
Source: Japan Today
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Starlink Approved in Vietnam: Better Connectivity
Vietnam has licensed Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet firm. This aims to bridge connectivity gaps, especially in rural and mountainous regions.
Source: The Japan Times
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7-Eleven, Lawson Slow China Expansion
Economic challenges and strong local competition are impacting Japanese convenience store growth in China. This may affect the availability of familiar Japanese snacks and services for travelers.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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US immigration agents tap latest tech, including NEC's facial recognition
Broad adoption of surveillance tools raises privacy concerns, critics argue
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan to issue Vietnam $10bn in yen loans for rail lines, gas plant
Financing for infrastructure aimed at winning contracts for Japanese companies
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Room 404: What happened when we stayed in an unlucky hotel room in Japan
There’s a reason hotels don’t use this number for their rooms. In Japan, the numbers “4” (“shi”) and “9” (“ku”) are associated with death and suffering, due to the way the word “shi” can also be used
Source: SoraNews24
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