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Peace Through Kamehameha! Japan and France Leaders Share Dragon Ball Moment in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan (April 1) — What started as a day known for pranks and playful internet traditions turned into a genuinely wholesome moment between world leaders, as Japan’s Prime M…

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From Anime to Activism: How the One Piece pirate flag became a symbol of Gen Z resistance across Asia and beyond

The Straw Hat Pirates’ Jolly Roger , the iconic flag from One Piece , has moved far beyond the world of anime and manga. Once just a symbol of adventure and rebellion in Eiichiro…

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