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JRA Implements Smartphone Misuse Prevention Measures with Random Inspections

JRA introduces measures against smartphone misuse, including random inspections, metal detectors, and stricter jockey checks.
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Equinox’s First Year Mating Partners Revealed: 203 Famous Mares Excite Fans

Equinox's first-year mating partners, including famous mares, have been revealed. Fans are excited about the potential G1 stars.
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Why Subway Struggles in Japan: The National Character Behind Store Closures

Subway, the world's second-largest fast-food chain, faces challenges in Japan due to cultural preferences and changing trends.
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LINE Album Glitch: Other People’s Photos Mixed in Thumbnails, Cache Issue?

LINE's Album feature has a glitch showing other people's photos in thumbnails. Cache issue identified; fix in progress.
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Coffee Prices Hit $3.29 per Pound, Historic High Amid Brazil, Vietnam Shortages

Arabica coffee futures hit $3.29 per pound on the NY market, the highest since 1979, driven by poor harvests in Brazil and Vietnam.
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Kentucky Fried Chicken “Chicken Day Pack” 5 Pieces for 1,100 yen Starting November 28

Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan offers a special "Chicken Day Pack" with 5 pieces of Original Chicken for 1,100 yen from November 28 to December 1.
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Furikake Sales Soar in 2024: A Budget-Friendly Dinner Trend in Japan

Furikake, once disliked in Japan, now reaches record sales in 2024 as a budget-friendly dinner choice for adults.
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57 Online Casino Gamblers, Including Firefighter, Referred to Prosecutors

Tokyo police referred 57 individuals, including a firefighter, for illegal online casino gambling using cryptocurrency platforms.
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Fujiya to Increase Prices of “Milky” and “Country Ma’am” by up to 31%

Fujiya will raise prices of 54 items, including "Milky" and "Country Ma'am," by up to 31% from February 2025 due to rising cocoa and ingredient costs.
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Meijiseika Pharma Counters Replicon Vaccine Hoaxes Amid Growing Concerns

Meijiseika Pharma defends its replicon COVID-19 vaccine "Costaibe," highlighting its safety, effectiveness, and long-lasting impact.
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Take Yutaka’s Doudeuce Wins Japan Cup, Achieving Fifth G1 Victory

Doudeuce, ridden by Take Yutaka, wins the Japan Cup, securing his fifth G1 victory with an impressive record of 8 wins from 16 races.
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City Cafe Bans Students from Studying with One Coffee, Sparks Online Debate

A city cafe bans students from studying over one coffee, citing space issues. Students protest online, claiming they have no place to study.