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Debate on Dolphin Shows in Japan Amid Global Bans

While several countries are moving to ban dolphin shows for animal welfare, Japan’s approach remains slow. Aquariums in the country still host popular dolphin performances despite growing opposition from animal rights advocates. Visitors express surprise at international bans but some…

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Japan Culls 50,000 Chickens Amid Bird Flu Outbreak

Japanese authorities have begun culling approximately 50,000 chickens following an outbreak of avian influenza at a farm in Iwate. The Ministry of Agriculture confirmed the virus’s presence, prompting movement restrictions on 170,000 chickens from nearby farms. Additional outbreaks were reported,…