Blubber soul: Japan is reigniting the whaling debate amid rumors it plans to increase its catch
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Japanese press reported that Japan plans to double the harvest of minke whales for scientific research. Even though International Whaling Commission opposed Japan's decision, Japan defended its plan by stating that its research would help overcome uncertainty over the effects of commercial whaling on endangered species.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2005
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Dances with robots
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The roboticists in Japan are working on a new generation of humanoid robots that would serve as playmates, pets and social workers. The government in Japan is promoting for the development of such humanoid robots that can be used for social applications.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2005
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Stressed to kill: New research reveals that stress can be good for you - the real danger is too much: Researchers are now devising ways to avoid the worst symptoms
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Researchers claim that exposure to excessive stress is becoming a way of life for westernized living. Researchers are presently devising techniques that can tackle the problems of stress and avoid the worst symptoms.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2005
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