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Japan to launch mission to bring samples from Martian moon

AnadoluJapan is set to launch a space mission on Tuesday to bring samples from a Martian moon to Earth, state media reported on Sunday. The Martian Moons eXploration mission, or MM...

According to preliminary reports, allegations of severe sexual abuse have surfaced within Western Australia's juvenile detention facilities, prompting authorities to intensify their response to the ongoing crisis. In a separate development, right-wing lobby groups in Victoria are facing backlash following a controversial pre-election advertising campaign, which their opponents label as "bizarre" and potentially detrimental to their electoral prospects.

Meanwhile, international tensions are escalating as French authorities grapple with mounting unrest, Russian forces continue to target Ukrainian power infrastructure, and West Bank militants launch an attack on French officials, causing significant casualties and injuries. In a mysterious turn of events, a police officer allegedly concealed a trove of documents in a backyard in rural Queensland decades ago, sparking an investigation into the contents and their potential implications.

Meanwhile, Japan is set to embark on a groundbreaking mission to retrieve samples from Phobos, one of Mars' two moons, marking a significant step forward in space exploration.

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Japan’s Rising Bear Attacks Drive Surge in Demand for Deterrent Products

As bear attacks rise across Japan, demand is surging for sprays, bells, and other deterrents. Here are some of the most popular products and services available.

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A Downward Trend: Vertical Writing Usage Waning in Japan

Japan’s traditional system of reading and writing text vertically is on the decline.

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