Ukraine, at an impasse: Besieged by Putin and abandoned by Trump

The Public Health Consequences of an Inaccurate Census

A census that deliberately counts fewer people while telling us less about them will leave our nation ill-prepared for future outbreaks and pandemics, write Julie Morita and Richard Besser.

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Japan's 'karaage' fried chicken hubs join forces to boost regional tourism in Oita Pref.

NAKATSU, Oita -- This city in the southwestern Japan prefecture of Oita, which brands itself as the "holy land" of "karaage," a Japanese style deep fr

• Nakatsu and Usa cities collaborate on Karaage City Project
• Digital map showcases 36 Nakatsu and 21 Usa karaage eateries
• Project aims to boost regional tourism and spending

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Kobe's push for smart street shades comes at a steep price

KOBE -- The Kobe Municipal Government began installing automated "smart shade" structures on city streets this summer as part of its efforts to protec

• Kobe installs 9 smart shade structures at a cost of 4 million yen each.
• Structures open automatically in sunlight and close in darkness.

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