Japan to use AI to tackle online manga and anime piracy
Japan is planning to use AI to police anime and manga pirating websites that the pop-culture powerhouse accuses of costing it billions of dollars in lost revenue every year.
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Death toll in Thailand flooding jumps to 25
Thousands of people have been displaced by torrential floodwaters that slammed into southern Thailand, where the death toll has risen to 25, officials said on Tuesday.
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China curbs exports of key chipmaking components to US
Beijing said Tuesday it would restrict exports to the United States of some key components in making semiconductors, after Washington announced curbs targeting China's ability to make advanced chips.
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US 'disappointed' after plastic pollution talks collapse: White House
The US government said Tuesday it was "disappointed" after nations negotiating a global treaty to curb plastic waste failed to reach a deal, blaming a "small group" of countries and producers for blocking progress.
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Bradman 'baggy green' cap sells for $250,000 at auction
A "baggy green" Test cap worn by Australian great Don Bradman sold for $250,000 at auction on Tuesday as collectors vied to own a rare piece of cricketing history.
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Asian markets mostly rise on China hope, euro hit by France woes
Most markets rose in Asia on Tuesday on hopes China will unveil fresh measures to boost the world's number two economy following reports that authorities will hold a key meeting next week.
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China lifts final bans on Australian red meat as trade row nears end
China has fully lifted suspensions on Australian red meat, Canberra said Tuesday, dismantling one of the final barriers in a four-year trade war that hammered US$13 billion of exports.
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EU countries to push for outdoor smoking and vaping bans
EU countries are poised to push for stricter anti-smoking rules on Tuesday, backing bans on smoking and vaping in many outdoor areas including playgrounds and cafe patios.
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Life demanded for killer in femicide that outraged Italy
A student who admitted murdering his ex-girlfriend in a brutal case that sparked outrage and soul searching in Italy will be sentenced Tuesday.
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Trump vows to defend US dollar hegemony, but is it under threat?
US President-elect Donald Trump has threatened retaliation against governments that challenge the US dollar, vowing "100 percent tariffs" on countries that undercut the US currency.
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