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Intrepid Travel Launches Global Platform to Promote Responsible Growth and Transparency

Intrepid Travel Launches Global Platform to Promote Responsible Growth and Transparency

Intrepid Travel Launches Global Platform to Promote Responsible Growth and Transparency
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UAE and ADB Launch AI-Driven Agriculture Program to Boost Food Security in Asia-Pacific

UAE and ADB Launch AI-Driven Agriculture Program to Boost Food Security in Asia-Pacific

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have initiated a $1.5 million technical cooperation partnership aimed at enhancing agricultural innovations across eight countries in Asia and the Pacific. This initiative, supported by Japan's Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific, focuses on integrating digital and AI-powered tools to improve agricultural productivity. The program targets Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, the Philippines, Vietnam, Pakistan, Thailand, and the Maldives, aiming to implement evidence-based solutions such as AI-powered weather forecasting and digital advisory services. The partnership is part of the Agricultural Innovation Mechanism for Scale (AIM for Scale), which collaborates with governments and development banks to improve the livelihoods of millions of farmers.
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Vietnam launches fresh crackdown on online piracy under threat of US tariffs

Vietnam launches fresh crackdown on online piracy under threat of US tariffs

By Francesco Guarascio HANOI, May 6 (Reuters) - Vietnam is set to launch from Thursday a new crackdown on online piracy and counterfeit goods, aiming to boost detections by a fifth, the government said, after the United States revived the prospect of fresh tariffs.
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Southeast Asian leaders will reaffirm core values in veiled Mideast war rebuke

Southeast Asian leaders will reaffirm core values in veiled Mideast war rebuke

Southeast Asian leaders plan to issue a contingency plan that upholds international law, sovereignty and freedom of navigation in what could be seen as a veiled rebuke to the United States, Israel and Iran over the Middle East war which has impacted their region, according to a draft declaration seen by The Associated Press
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Exploring Vietnamese Motherhood and American Traditions on Mother's Day

Exploring Vietnamese Motherhood and American Traditions on Mother's Day

Exploring Vietnamese Motherhood and American Traditions on Mother's Day
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Japan Plans to Implement Two-Tiered Pricing at Tourist Sites to Combat Overtourism

Japan Plans to Implement Two-Tiered Pricing at Tourist Sites to Combat Overtourism

Japan is set to introduce a two-tiered pricing system at various tourist sites, charging non-residents higher fees than locals. This initiative, announced by the Tourism Agency, aims to address the challenges of overtourism and generate revenue for the maintenance of aging historical sites. The plan is to formalize guidelines by March 2027, following successful trials at locations like Himeji Castle, where differential pricing led to a decrease in visitor numbers but nearly doubled ticket revenue. The move comes as Japan experiences a surge in tourism, with over 10.6 million tourists visiting in the first quarter of 2026, despite a significant drop in Chinese arrivals. The strategy is part of a broader effort to manage the impact of a weak yen, which has made Japan an attractive destination for international tourists.
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KDDI Partners with VNPT to Enter Vietnam's Telecom Market

KDDI Partners with VNPT to Enter Vietnam's Telecom Market

Japanese telecommunications company KDDI has partnered with Vietnam's VNPT to launch its online-only brand, povo, in Vietnam. This move marks a significant entry into Vietnam's tightly controlled telecom market. KDDI aims to target young, digital-native users by leveraging VNPT's infrastructure and marketing capabilities. The partnership is part of KDDI's strategy to expand its povo brand globally, following its success in Japan.
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IQ Group to Close Subsidiary's Manufacturing Operations Amid Cost Restructuring

IQ Group to Close Subsidiary's Manufacturing Operations Amid Cost Restructuring

IQ Group to Close Subsidiary's Manufacturing Operations Amid Cost Restructuring
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US industries, trade groups split over Trump's tariff probe on excess factory capacity

US industries, trade groups split over Trump's tariff probe on excess factory capacity

By David Lawder WASHINGTON, May 5 (Reuters) - Domestic U.S. industries are urging the Trump administration this week to impose higher tariffs to curb the rising tide of exports from China and other countries with excess factory capacity, while import-dependent and agriculture groups want a more
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At 250, the Declaration of Independence Still Sparks Hard Questions in Class

At 250, the Declaration of Independence Still Sparks Hard Questions in Class

History teachers across the U.S. are working to make the nation's founding documents relevant as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence approaches
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The Inn at Hancock Reopens After Extensive Restoration, Offering Luxury and Heritage

The Inn at Hancock Reopens After Extensive Restoration, Offering Luxury and Heritage

The Inn at Hancock Reopens After Extensive Restoration, Offering Luxury and Heritage
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The Inn at Hancock Reopens After Extensive Restoration

The Inn at Hancock Reopens After Extensive Restoration

The Inn at Hancock Reopens After Extensive Restoration