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Japan to ask 14-day self-quarantine for travelers from 38 countries, ban some visitors
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Infected man who wanted to 'spread virus' in Japan dies
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Japan's Hokkaido to lift state of emergency over virus on Thurs.
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US to suspend visa services in virus-hit countries including Japan
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Japan schoolgirl uses own savings to handcraft 612 masks for people in need
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Wife of Japan gov't worker who took own life amid Moritomo scandal sues gov't
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1st local ordinance in Japan seeking 1 hour per day limit on video games passed
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Japan
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World
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- German leader calls coronavirus biggest challenge since WWII
- Philippines declares cease-fire with rebels to fight virus
Sports
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- Chartered flight departs for Greece to bring Olympic flame to Japan
- Japanese swimming star Rikako Ikee returns to pool after leukemia battle
- Tokyo Olympic gymnastic test canceled; torch arrives Friday
- Pushing ahead with Olympics 'irresponsible,' says Canadian IOC member
Lifestyle & Health
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