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# VJ Day

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Here's What Happened Today: Saturday

A shooting in Dublin, Labour’s popularity and war veterans had everyone talking today.

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Aug 15th 2015, 8:27 PM

Poll: Does saying sorry make a difference?

China, North Korea and South Korea have been critical of Japan for not apologising for acts committed during World War Two.

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Aug 15th 2015, 11:11 AM

Japan's PM criticised for not apologising for forcing women into sex trade

South Korea’s President said that he felt the speech left “much to be desired”.

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Aug 15th 2015, 7:23 AM