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U.S. waives Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump says expects to visit
"I'm going to make a visit to Venezuela," the U.S. president told reporters, while adding that the date had not been decided.
Source: The Japan Times
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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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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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Japan's bear-scaring wolf robot to get 80-decibel plush version
'Monster Wolf Mini' resembles a stuffed animal but is just as loud and threatening
Source: Nikkei Asia
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All-in on AI: what TikTok creator ByteDance did next
The tech giant created China's most popular chatbot, Doubao, which has built up more than 100 million daily users since its inception in 2023.
Source: The Japan Times
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With eye on China, Koizumi stresses importance of rules-based order
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi also pledged not to “shut down any channels” of communication as ties with China remain in a deep freeze.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan releases arrested Chinese fishing boat captain, reports say
The captain was released after China guaranteed payment of cash collateral, public broadcaster NHK and other local media reported.
Source: The Japan Times
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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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Japan's beers win over South Korea's Gen Z and millennial drinkers
Imports of Japanese brands hit record high in 2025 amid warming ties
Source: Nikkei Asia
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'Wisteria': Mieko Kawakami’s story of female longing adapted for stage
Theater company Mum&Gypsy and author Kawakami are collaborating on a stage adaptation of her work for the fourth time.
Source: The Japan Times
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