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Four workers dead after being hit by train in Japan
The train collided with the four men at Shin-Kanuma Station, north of Tokyo, authorities say.
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The Guardian
Blizzards, nuclear anxiety and a fragile bond: two sisters in Japan – in pictures
WorldPingSayuri Ichida’s and her sister used to be distant – until their mother died. This exhibition traces their close relationship through sun, wind and snow Continue reading...
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South Korea estimates North Korea has up to 120 nuclear warheads, far above Trump’s figure
South Korea Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back told lawmakers that North Korea was generally believed to have around 80 to 120 warheads, although he cautioned it was difficult to determine an exact figure…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu
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'You must blame your father, sisters, brothers… but ... ': Quote of the day by Katharine Hepburn
Katharine Hepburn championed the idea of personal responsibility in shaping one’s life. She believed that individuals have the capacity to shift their viewpoints and navigate challenges effectively.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingSpace.com
Watch Rocket Lab launch a private Japanese Earth-observing satellite to orbit today
Rocket Lab will launch its ninth mission for the Japanese Earth-imaging company iQPS this morning (Aug. 20), and you can watch the action live.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Space.com
CNBC World
Nukes all around? A fraying U.S. nuclear umbrella is pushing allies to weigh defense options, raising risk of a proliferation cascade
As countries take more responsibility for their own defense and nuclear states step back from arms-control commitments, the question of proliferation arises.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
CNBC World
Japan exports beat estimates in July as robust chip shipments power fifth straight month of gains
Shipments of semiconductor equipment posted a massive 49.1% jump in value, reflecting continued demand, boosted by the artificial intelligence boom.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World