Japanese Internet suicide clubs targeted by police

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Finding a soul mate is one of the great rewards of the Internet for many across the globe. Yet in Japan, cyberspace is also a convenient location for those trying to find someone to die with, as the country continues to grapple with its ever-increasing suicide rate.


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