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After 15 years of needing a doctor’s permission, women and teens in Japan can now buy emergency contraceptives over the counter, but still with some strings attached.
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Starting in his 40s and still going strong, Mr. Sato offers realistic tips for anyone trying to shift some extra weight this year.
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Medical apparel company expands Pokémon line and addresses a complaint from fans about the original design.
Town north of Kobe and west of Kyoto experiences heat one resident describes as feeling “homicidal.”
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