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Bondi Beach Case: Court Hearing
The accused in the Bondi Beach killings appeared in court via video link. This is the first public hearing since the tragic mass shooting.
Source: Japan Today
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Viral Japanese Office: Reality vs. Misstranslation
A German expat's TikTok account, 'misstranslation,' reveals the humorous reality of Japanese office life. Her videos offer insights into workplace culture, communication, and unspoken rules, providing a unique perspective for travelers and expats.
Source: GaijinPot Blog
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AI Music Copyright Tech Developed in Japan
Sony's new tech can identify original music in AI-generated songs. This could help copyright holders get revenue from AI-created content.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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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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