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China’s demand for Soviet-style apartments shows limits to revival
Apartments built during a Soviet Union-inspired construction drive in the 1970s and 1980s tend to suffer from poor insulation and outdated plumbing, but they are seeing a revival in interest due to their attractive locations.
Japanese scientists identify neural mechanism that may explain why we dislike people
The aggressive mouse (left) used in the experiment and a mouse defending itself
Japanese payment processor’s collapse hits banks and restaurants
Zentoshin served around 200,000 shops, many of which rely on early payments to maintain cash flow, raising concerns over their financial stability following the disruption.
Over 70% of accommodations in Japan say they are understaffed amid tourism influx
The number of foreign visitors to Japan reached a high of 42.68 million in 2025.
Lenders seek $700 million after Japanese payments firm’s collapse
The financial failure of Osaka-based Zentoshin has left 63 creditors with claims totaling ¥115.16 billion, according to Tokyo Shoko Research.

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Argentina's Julian Alvarez scores their second goal past Switzerland's Gregor Kobel in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday.
Argentina strike late in extra time to sink 10-man Swiss and reach World Cup semis
Ships identified by the Philippine Coast Guard as Chinese research vessels are seen at Scarborough Shoal in the disputed South China Sea on June 15.
Japan and others mark 10 years since South China sea arbitration

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Argentina's Julian Alvarez scores their second goal past Switzerland's Gregor Kobel in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday.
Argentina strike late in extra time to sink 10-man Swiss and reach World Cup semis
Ships identified by the Philippine Coast Guard as Chinese research vessels are seen at Scarborough Shoal in the disputed South China Sea on June 15.
Japan and others mark 10 years since South China sea arbitration

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