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Man Doesn’t Realize Girlfriend Of 7 Years Is 25 Years Older Than Him Until Night Before Wedding

Though Aki kept dropping subtle hints about her real age, her partner only discovered the truth on the eve of their wedding. The post Man Doesn’t Realize Girlfriend Of 7 Years Is 25 Years Older Than Him Until Night Before Wedding first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Honda And Yamaha To Partner On EV Manufacturing, Battery Sharing

For two-wheeled EVs, swappable batteries just make sense. That's one reason Honda and Yamaha are working together so scoots from both can use the same ones.

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Slow-Moving Storm Causes Flooding In Northern Japan

Typhoon Maria, now a slow-moving storm, hits northern Japan causing evacuations and travel disruptions. Residents warned of flooding and mudslides.

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Opodo cancelled our ‘confirmed’ flight home from Japan

We were stranded at the airport because of its mistake but it won’t cover our extra costs

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Storm dumps intense rainfall on northern Japan, sending some people to shelters

A slow-moving storm is dumping intense rainfall on northern Japan, causing rivers to swell and sending some residents to shelters

The Independent UK

Yuka Kagami Wins Wrestling Gold At Paris 2024 Olympics

Yuka Kagami of Japan wins gold in women's 76kg freestyle wrestling at Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing sportsmanship and talent.

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Japan's Kotaro Kiyooka Wins Gold In Men's 65Kg Wrestling

Kotaro Kiyooka's impressive gold medal win in men's 65kg freestyle wrestling final match against Amouzadkhalili.

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AP PHOTOS: 172-year-old Japanese factory preserves traditional way of making cast iron cookware

Katsunori Suzuki is one of a few craftsmen in Japan still producing cast iron cookware by hand using laborious traditional techniques. The president of the 172-year-old foundry where he works says she wants to keep the tradition alive, even if it costs much more to produce.

The Independent UK

Japanese Urged To Avoid Panic-buying As Megaquake Fears Spead

Authorities in Japan urged people to avoid hoarding as anxiety over a possible megaquake triggered a spike Saturday in demand for disaster kits and daily necessities.

International Business Times

With protests, talent, and ridicule Breaking’s Olympic debut points toward an uncertain future

Japan’s Ami Yuasa became the first ever Breaking Olympic champion while Refugee Olympic Team’s Manizha Talash made a political statement unveiling a message that read: ‘Free Afghan Women’

The Independent UK

Japan's B-Girl Ami Wins First-Ever Breaking Gold Medal

A first for the Summer Olympics.

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Toyota Admits 'Management Was Not Sufficiently Involved' in Crash Certifications

The scandal in Japan forced production to stop on several models.

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Japanese PM Cancels Trip Amid 'Megaquake' Advisory

Japanese PM cancels trip to lead 'megaquake' response after Kyushu quake. Precautionary measures impact summer travelers.

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Japan's Kishida cancels Asia trip after scientists urge preparations for a possible 'megaquake'

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has canceled a planned trip to Central Asia to lead the government’s response after scientists urged people to prepare for a possible “megaquake” off the country’s southern coast

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Palestinians Flee As Israeli Military Intensifies Assault In Gaza

Recent events in Gaza, Syria, Japan, and Yemen highlight escalating conflicts and humanitarian crises with global implications.

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Nagasaki Marks 79Th Atomic Bombing Anniversary Amid Diplomatic Absences

Nagasaki marks 79th atomic bombing anniversary with calls for nuclear disarmament and notable diplomatic absences.

The Independent UK

Nagasaki marks 79th A-bomb anniversary without U.S. and other ambassadors after excluding Israel

Nagasaki has marked the 79th anniversary of its atomic bombing at the end of World War II at a ceremony eclipsed by the absence of the American ambassador and other Western envoys in response to the Japanese city’s refusal to invite Israel

The Guardian - UK

Manchester City take Japan contingent to four with goalkeeper Yamashita

Ayaka Yamashita has become the third Japan international to sign for Manchester City this summer and the fourth in their squad

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David Sylvian's career-spanning Everything And Nothing gets first ever vinyl release

David Sylvian's Everything And Nothing features collaborations with Ryuichi Sakamoto, Robert Fripp and Mick Karn as well as tracks by Japan and Rain Tree Crow

International Business Times

US Envoy Skips Nagasaki Memorial After Israel Snub

The US ambassador to Japan skipped a ceremony on Friday marking the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in protest at Israel not being invited.

The Independent UK

Japan's Toyota promises to do better with vehicle testing after major scandal

Toyota is promising to strengthen oversight of its vehicle certifications so the scandal that surfaced recently over improper tests will never recur

Al Jazeera

Japan PM scraps Central Asia trip after ‘megaquake’ warning

Fumio Kishida says he will remain in Japan after experts warn of higher than usual risk along Nankai Trough.

Evening Standard

Japan's PM Fumio Kishida cancels overseas trip after country's first 'megaquake' warning

Fumio Kishida tells press conference: ‘I have decided to stay in the country for the next week or so to ensure our preparations and communications are in order’

The Guardian - AU

Japan’s PM cancels overseas trip after experts issue ‘megaquake’ warning

The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued its first-ever warning of the risk of a huge earthquake along the Pacific coast

International Business Times

Japan 'Megaquake' Advisory After Tremor Injures Eight

Japan's earthquake scientists have warned of the possibility of a coming "megaquake" after eight people were injured Thursday by one of magnitude 7.1 in the south.

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