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U.S. soldier in North Korea far from first American to flee to reclusive state

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Japan’s surprise trade surplus comes with caveats for growth
Government data highlighted vulnerabilities in the state of demand around the world and pointed to risks for Japan’s growth prospects.
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Disabled author wins Akutagawa literary award for the first time
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U.S. soldier in North Korea far from first American to flee to reclusive state
Numerous U.S. citizens — including soldiers, tourists, journalists and scholars — have been detained or crossed into North Korea since the Cold War.
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‘The Boy and the Heron’: It’s so good to be back in Hayao Miyazaki’s world
Studio Ghibli’s latest film takes viewers on one last journey to the familiar world of a master animator who has captivated audiences worldwide for decades.

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