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Japan Unifies Liquor Taxes
Beer-makers face impact as tax rates are set to change, with beer currently having the highest tax rate among related products
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Lady Gaga Boosts FamilyMart Recruitment
Global superstar Lady Gaga teams up with Japanese convenience store chain FamilyMart to address staffing shortages in nearly 5,000 stores
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Russell Brand to Moderate MAHA Summit Panel
Comedian to lead discussion on reforms at Washington, D.C. event launched by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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US Exempts 20 Nations, Including India, From 100% Tariff On Specialty Drugs
The exemption applies to eligible specialty pharmaceutical products from these countries, including those used to treat rare diseases and infertility, due to their trade and security framework agreements with the US
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Park Aerospace COO Gets Salary Boost
Mark Esquivel's base salary has been increased, according to a recent SEC filing by the company
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GRI Bio Execs to Present at IPF Summit
Company leaders set to take the stage at major industry event this week, details of presentation not disclosed
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God of War Laufey Preorders Launch September 29
Get ready to secure your copy of the highly anticipated game, with the Standard Edition and Digital Deluxe Edition offering exclusive content and bonuses, ahead of its February 16, 2027 release
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Madagascar's Gony Bag Empire Faces Asian Imports
Enduma, a 50-year-old family business, generates 75% of its turnover from gony bags, but cheaper imports from China and India threaten its dominance
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Namibia Needs $14.07bn to Meet Climate Goals
The country requires international financing of N$202 billion to implement its climate action plan, which includes support for renewable energy and green hydrogen
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Democrats Deliver On Affordability
Outgoing Rep. Steny Hoyer cites landmark legislation like the CHIPS and Science Act as proof of effective governance, amid ongoing affordability crisis
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Sushi Wars Hit US
Japan's top chains face off in America as 45% of Americans say they like or love sushi, driving a growing market
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Jet Ski Rider Cruises Through Flooded Bangkok Streets
A jet ski rider was spotted navigating through deep floodwaters in the Thai capital, where thousands of residents have been forced into shelters due to heavy rain
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3 European Train Stations Win Prix Versailles
Lyon Part-Dieu, Colosseo - Fori Imperiali in Rome, and Monte Sant’Angelo in Naples recognized for unique designs and cultural expressions
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Lebanon Seeks $70B IMF Deal
Finance Minister Yassine Jaber meets with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva to discuss a full IMF program, which would involve loans and require passing a financial gap law to address losses from the 2019 financial crisis
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Gen Alpha's Top Slang Terms Revealed
A new study analyzes Google Search trends to uncover the most-searched-for Gen Alpha slang terms of 2026, including '6-7', 'Chud', and 'Rizz'
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Uncovering Religious Zionism
A complex history intertwining faith and nationalism, shaped by key figures like Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook
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Fukuoka Aims For Disability-Friendly Workplaces
The Japanese prefecture is helping people with disabilities find jobs through Hello Work, but faces challenges with job retention
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North Korea Defections Plummet
Leader Kim Jong Un's efforts to seal off the country and preserve his family dynasty have led to a sharp decline in defections, with experts citing strict controls on people and information as the main reason
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Baltic Sea Chokes On Pharma Waste
Researchers from four countries unite to tackle pollution from medicines like diclofenac, paracetamol, and ibuprofen in one of the world's most polluted seas
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Trump Tower Mumbai Apartment Worth ₹12 Crore Unveiled
A luxury 4BHK apartment in Trump Tower Mumbai, spanning 1,600 square feet with a sea view, is priced at ₹12 crore and features high-end amenities and design elements
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China Cuts Tariffs On US Farm Goods
Move excludes soybeans, aims to ease trade tensions between the two countries
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Girls Switch To Baseball
Young girls are increasingly choosing baseball over softball as a viable sport to pursue, marking a shift in traditional preferences
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PepsiCo Invests $1 Billion in Colombia
The company's five-year investment plan is expected to boost the country's economy, according to the president
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Independent Wins Kraków Mayorship First Round
Łukasz Gibała takes 36.6% of the vote, setting up a runoff against Senator Monika Piątkowska, backed by Prime Minister Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition, on October 11