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For decades, American Warfighters have come home from overseas only to find that they weren''t done fighting. They knew from what they had seen, smelled, photographed, and recorded that toxic fumes from burn pits were causing cancer, respiratory illness, and other devastating illnesses. Still, the same government that exposed them to toxins argued that their illnesses were unconnected to that exposure.

Here are the inspiring stories of four military families who found in each other the strength, persistence, and will to fight for all Warfighters to receive justice for burn pit exposure. They describe themselves as a "family through tragedy, advocating for triumph."

And a triumph arrived through the PACT Act signed into law August 10, 2022. With this law, veterans end the decades-long gaslighting of government reps and win treatment for chronic and terminal illnesses as well as survivor benefits for their families. Find out how it happened through the stories of four unlikely American friends who never gave up.

Lonely Planet''s Best Road Trips Japan reveals 36 incredible escapes - with maps - so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Japan that range from 1-day escapes to week-long adventures, from appreciating deep nature and secluded hot spring towns between Matsumoto and Kanazawa; to circumnavigating the lush green island of Yakushima populated with sea turtles; and swinging on vine bridges in the Iya Valley.

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Hit the road with Lonely Planet''s Best Road Trips Japan and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Tokyo.

Discover Tokyo''s most popular experiences and best kept secrets - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - from chowing down sushi at Toyosu Market to visiting Tokyo''s oldest temple, Sens?-ji, and hiking up picturesque Takao-san on the outskirts of the metropolis.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Tokyo travel guide:

Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet''s Tokyo.