A look at the history and beliefs behind Japan’s controversial shrine to the war dead

Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo honors more than 2.4 million people who died serving Japan but remains one of the country’s most divisive memorial sites

August 14, 2026Updated: August 14, 2026
AP nullBy MARÍA TERESA HERNÁNDEZ

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Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Norfolk seeks public input on e-bikes, scooters and other e-rideables

Norfolk seeks public input on e-bikes, scooters and other e-rideables

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