VICE News Daily: A Milestone for Japan's LGBT Community

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The VICE News Capsule is a news roundup that looks beyond the headlines. Today: Tokyo district recognizes same-sex unions, a one-day general strike shuts down Argentina, Burmese government and rebel groups sign draft ceasefire, and it's light's out across large parts of Turkey.

JAPAN

Breakthrough for LGBT Rights in Tokyo

The popular shopping and entertainment district of Shibuya has just approved a law that recognizes same-sex couples.

ARGENTINA

Nationwide Strike Shuts the Country Down

Most domestic and international flights were cancelled, and banks and businesses were shuttered.

MYANMAR

Government and Rebels Sign Draft Ceasefire Agreement

Representatives wouldn't provide specific details, but they say they left the most contentious issues out to accelerate the peace process.

TURKEY

Power Outages Across Dozens of Provinces

Some officials blamed an issue with transmission lines. It was the biggest nationwide blackout in decades.

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