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Mourners gather in Tokyo to pay respects for Shinzo Abe

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Just days after Japan’s former prime minister was assassinated, mourners have gathered at a temple in Tokyo to pay their respects

Hundreds attended the private wake for Shinzo Abe, with Japan’s current PM Fumio Kishida, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and the U.S. Ambassador to Japan all in attendance.

Abe’s wife, was seen crying with her eyes shut in the front seat of the hearse carrying her husband’s body.

As the service began, a ceremony to send off the dead was performed… with prayers recited and incense offerings made.

Members of the public have also been encouraged to enter part of the temple and pay their last respects.

Also in Japan, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says it is important to show up for friends during a time of need.

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Trump promises to put Elon Musk in charge of a new government commission

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Donald Trump promises to make Elon Musk the head of a new commission to slash government waste if he wins.

Critics fear this could mean mass federal layoffs but Trump says things have to change.

The Former President has announced his plan to appoint Musk to lead a government efficiency commission if he wins the upcoming presidential election.

The commission’s goal would be to reduce fraud and improper payments across federal agencies. #featured #trending

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Experts reveal that business success starts with mastering sales

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September 6, 2024

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At the heart of any thriving enterprise, the ability to sell effectively fuels growth and sustainability.

Sales are the driving force behind revenue generation, and mastering this skill is crucial to transforming any business.

To truly unlock the potential of any business, entrepreneurs must embrace the art of selling—both their products and themselves—to stand out in today’s competitive landscape.

Adam McCaughey, Founder, CEO and Sales Mastermind joins to shares his extraordinary journey and the key skills he discovered to mastering sales. #featured

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Russian President Putin allegedly sides with Harris, slashes Trump

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September 6, 2024

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Russian President Vladimir Putin caused a stir by suggesting that Russia supports Vice President Kamala Harris, citing her “infectious” laughter as a reason for the endorsement.

During a speech in Vladivostok, Putin also criticised Donald Trump for imposing the harshest sanctions ever against Russia while in office.

Putin’s remarks come as the Biden administration launches new sanctions to fight Russian-backed election disinformation, aimed at boosting Trump’s candidacy. #featured #trending

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