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Green Turtles Defy Decline
Conservation efforts pay off as green turtle populations stabilize due to egg relocation and marine protection
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Japan's PM: 3-4 hours more on chores
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's first woman prime minister, reveals her busy schedule includes bathing, washing dishes, and applying make-up on top of her duties
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70% of Executives Fail in First 18 Months
A Corporate Executive Board study reveals the alarming rate of executive failure, highlighting the need for effective succession planning, which poses significant challenges for companies, including identifying the right candidate profile and evaluating candidates effectively
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Taiwan to Buy 30% of Alaska LNG Output
US President Trump announces major deal, citing significant progress on the Alaska LNG project
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Sumo Leader Hakkaku Steps Down
Hakkaku's 2028 departure sets stage for fierce succession battle in Japan Sumo Association
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Disney Imagination
Japan's first Disney cruise ship to launch in spring 2029 with reservations opening six months prior
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Tokyo University Appoints First Female President
The University of Tokyo makes history with its first female leader, as Japan ranks 117th in the Global Gender Gap Index
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Trump Opens Greenland to Oil, Gas Exploration
US President announces new energy push in Arctic territory, aiming to expand American energy production
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Karachi Sizzles at 38.7°C
The city's temperature soared with 43% humidity, and a Met official warns it could reach 40°C if the trend continues
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Ukraine Littered With Landmines
The country, often described as the most mine-contaminated in the world, faces a daunting task of removing landmines, with the use of drone-delivered munitions increasing the scale of the problem
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Trump Campaigns in Alaska
The former US president visits a conservative state struggling with high energy prices, highlighting the local impact of the issue
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Osaka's Aging Water Crisis
The city's severely aging water and sewage systems are hindered by staffing and financial constraints, making quick replacement nearly impossible
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15 Nations Join UN Human Rights Council Unopposed
Human rights groups criticize the uncontested election, citing lack of competition and poor rights records of some winning countries
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Egypt Schools Introduce Japanese Classes
Egypt-Japan Schools, established in 2016, add Japanese language to curriculum, incorporating unique Japanese school practices
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Japan's Mock Bus Stops
Japan sets up fake bus stops to provide a safe space for people with dementia to pause undisturbed
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China's 'Robot Trainers' Fold Clothes 200 Times a Day
In a unique job, workers in China are being paid up to US$900 a month to perform everyday household chores to generate data for training robots
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Trump Expands Texas Refinery
The Trump administration will use the Defense Production Act to expand a Delek refinery in Texas, according to reports
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Podcasts Become Political Powerhouses
Cenk Uygur and Emily Jashinsky discuss the impact of podcasts on politics with Josh Rushing, exploring their role in shaping the political landscape
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7 Reasons China CXMT Won't Threaten Micron
An analyst has outlined why China CXMT's claims don't pose a threat to Micron and Sandisk, citing several key factors
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Doha Jewellery Show Unites 500 Brands
The 22nd edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition brings together luxury items and the stories behind them from 30 countries, featuring Qatari and international designers like Manish Malhotra
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BIO-key Names Stephen Morrow PortalGuard President
Morrow to lead PortalGuard, a subsidiary of BIO-key, in his new role as president
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Thailand: Top IVF Hub
Thousands of foreign patients flock to Bangkok's private clinics for fertility treatments, but concerns rise over exploitation and illegal operations
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Japan Mulls Nuclear Submarine Study
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi open to discussions on possession of nuclear submarine, amid divided lawmakers
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FIFA Boss Gianni Infantino's Secret Salary
An investigation by The Times of London reveals Infantino received a second, undeclared salary to fund his luxury life in Miami