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Balearic Islands: Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza
The three Spanish islands offer distinct experiences, from Majorca's diverse landscapes to Menorca's laid-back atmosphere and Ibiza's legendary nightlife, making each a unique destination for tourists
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Women Fight Fires, Sexism in Indonesian Borneo
Female firefighters take on non-traditional roles in a region where they're expected to prioritize childcare and household chores
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Japan Cracks Down On Free Porn Downloads
Users of BitTorrent face hefty fines and court notices as copyright holders track them down through IP addresses
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Ukraine's Amber Mines Ravaged
Criminal groups exploit conflict to prioritize profits over environmental concerns, devastating thousands of hectares of land in a thriving black-market industry
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China Services Growth Hits 3-Month High
A private Purchasing Managers' Index reveals a positive trend in the sector, with growth reaching its highest point in three months
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Japan's Luxury Ice
Bars worldwide are revering Japan's luxury ice, made in Kanazawa, for its slow-melting properties and meticulous craftsmanship
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards Call Trump 'Big Liar'
In an unusual move, Iran's Revolutionary Guards have written an open letter to US voters, criticizing President Trump ahead of the US election
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1,500 Rohingya Sent Back
Malaysia defies UN warnings, returns refugees to Myanmar amid safety concerns
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Hong Kong Turns Halloween into Month-Long Party
Street parties and free rides to take over five neighborhoods from October 17, aiming to become Asia's premier Halloween destination
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Simplify Thanksgiving Hosting
Discover products to reduce stress and add style to your holiday entertaining, from spill-free slow cooker carriers to personalized wine glass ribbons
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Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Plant Offline
Russia's Rosatom takes plant offline for maintenance, citing routine upkeep
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Altimmune Appoints New VP
Richard Menziuso takes on key role as vice president and principal accounting officer
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Robin Hood Tree Sprouts New Hope
A 120-year-old tree cut down in 2023 has grown new shoots, filling conservationists with hope for its recovery
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Japan, China Hold Talks Amid 'Severe Situation'
Former Japanese Foreign Minister meets with China's top diplomat and economic official to discuss strained bilateral relations
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Tokyo Uni Gets 1st Female President
Yuko Fujigaki, 64, vows to restore trust in scandal-hit school after being chosen to lead the 150-year-old institution
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Japanese Volleyball Player Comes Out As Gay
Rui Takahashi, supported by his brother Ran, a star with Japan's national team, speaks out in rare case for Japan
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Seibu Shibuya Store Closes After 58 Years
Iconic hub for youth culture and luxury fashion to shut down, ending decades-long legacy
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China Factories to Rebound
Beijing signals more aid to boost growth, according to a Reuters poll
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78-year-old Scottish granny becomes world's oldest female Fortnite streamer
Cath Bowie, aka 'grumpygran48', has over 24,000 followers on Twitch and plays for up to six hours a day
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Japan Hit by Rice Glut
Oversupply expected to weigh on prices until next year, dealing blow to farmers in shrinking agricultural sector
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Mister Donut Returns to China
The donut chain has opened a new outlet in a Shanghai shopping mall, seven years after exiting the market in 2019, with exclusive products on offer
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1.29m Visitors Expected
Hong Kong prepares for National Day 'golden week' with fireworks and activities for locals and tourists
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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