2005.05.18

Asia Tsunami-Onsen [Mainichi] Quake that triggered killer Asian tsunami affected Japan's hot springs. 2005.05.18

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Toyota recalls 880,000 vehicles. [BBC News] Japan's top carmaker recalls 880,000 sports utility vehicles and pick-up trucks worldwide because of suspension problems. 2005.05.18

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Japan Readies Case for Whaling Resumption (AP). It's blubber time. Through the end of the month, fishmongers and restaurateurs across Japan are stocking up on one of the sea's most pricey delicacies — hunks of fresh, deep red whale meat — brought in by a fleet of Japanese research whalers now operating off the country's northern coast. 2005.05.18

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Japan-DPRK Ferry (VOA) Controversial North Korean ferry makes first Japanese port call of the year. 2005.05.18

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DPRK, ROK talks break, no progress (Reuters). Rare talks between North and South Korea broke for a day without progress on bringing Pyongyang back to international negotiations to end its nuclear ambitions. 2005.05.18

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Japan-Ham Kids [ARRL ] Japanese junior high students take "giant step" via amateur radio. 2005.05.18

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Japan-Boxing Boy [Mainichi] A Japanese boxer, just 15 years old, is turning pro on the Thai circuit. 2005.05.18

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