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Smoke seen as ANA flight carrying about 200 people lands safely in northern Japan, public TV says
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Old Japanese train cars get new life in Cambodia: Japanese rail diesel cars taken out of service will get a second life in Cambodia.
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3094/
Boeing reports $355m losses amid furore over safety fears: It is the seventh consecutive quarterly loss for the embattled aerospace giant
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/boeing-losses-safety-fears-report-b2534131.html
Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
Federal appeals court overturns West Virginia transgender sports ban: A federal appeals court has overturned a West Virginia transgender sports ban ...
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Quick Glance: Court Overturns West Virginia Ban on Transgender in Sports
- A federal appeals court has overturned a ban on transgender individuals participating in sports in West Virginia, citing a violation of Title IX.
- The court ruled that the law cannot lawfully be applied to a 13-year-old girl who has identified as female since the third grade.
- The decision favored the American Civil Liberties Union, its West Virginia chapter, and the LGBTQ advocacy group Lambda Legal, who filed a lawsuit in 2021.
- West Virginia is just one of 24 states with legislation preventing transgender women and girls from competing in specific women's or girls' sports events.
We Need to Make Cities Less Car-Dependent: Reducing the need for car travel is better for health, the environment and public safety
scientificamerican.com/article/we-need-to-make-cities-less-car-dependent/
We Need to Make Cities Less Car-Dependent: Reducing the need for car travel is better for health, the environment and public safety
scientificamerican.com/article/we-need-to-make-cities-less-car-dependent/
Japan MSDF helicopters crash: What we know: Two Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopters, carrying eight crew members, crashed during nighttime training ...
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Quick Glance: 8 crew missing after 2 Japanese navy helicopters crash
- Two Japanese navy helicopters with eight crew members are believed to have crashed in the Pacific south of Tokyo, according to the Defence Minister.
- The cause of the crash is unknown, but the focus is on the rescue operation.
- The Navy deployed ships and aircraft to search and rescue the missing crew members.
- The training on Saturday was solely for the Japanese navy and not part of a multinational exercise.
‘Godzilla Minus One’ director Takashi Yamazaki and ‘Shoplifters’ director Hirokazu Koreeda have met with the Japanese government to improve the working ... Show more
是枝裕和監督や山崎貴監督らが政府にコンテンツ産業支援求める: カンヌ映画祭などで数々の賞を受賞した是枝裕和監督らが17日、政府に対し、コンテンツ産業の活性化には、クリエーターの労働環…
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What’s the deadline for Real IDs and how do I get one in Pa.?: Real IDs will be the new standard for domestic travel and entering federal buildings.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/whats-the-deadline-for-real-ids-and-how-do-i-get-one-in-pa.html
Earthquake Information (Japan) | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News: All seismic activity of 3 or higher on the Japanese scale in the past 30 days, with maps and detailed ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/weather-disaster/earthquake/
Quick Glance: Tech Giants Compete in Japan for AI Development
- US tech firm OpenAI establishes first Asia office in Tokyo.
- The company plans to develop a new generative AI model specializing in Japanese language and culture.
- Microsoft invests $2.9 billion in the AI industry in Japan.
- Japanese companies prioritize versatile AI systems and launch AI safety research centers.
What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees: The Transportation Department issued new requirements on refunds when flights are canceled ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/travel/airline-refunds-fees.html
Quick Glance: New Rules for Airline Refunds and Fees
- The Transportation Department will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking.
- The department's new rules target the issues of refunds and surprise fees late in the booking process.
- Passenger advocates welcome the new steps as a massive improvement in consumer rights and passenger protection.
- Starting in October, the new D.O.T. rules will include a unified definition for a "significant" delay.
Mushrooms glow in forest on Amami Oshima Island: Forest fungi on the southwestern Japanese island of Amami Oshima, transform after sunset to create a magical ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3105/
Around the World in 24 Days: Is a Luxury ‘Jet Cruise’ for You?: With the “stop-and-see” appeal of boat cruises, these once-in-a-lifetime trips on custom planes ...
wsj.com/articles/around-the-world-in-24-days-is-a-luxury-jet-cruise-for-you-ea66dd1f
Northland students get enough donations to attend US competition: The students from Motatau School will travel to an international aquabotics competition in ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515090/northland-students-get-enough-donations-to-attend-us-competition
Ancient Japanese ceremony gives new meaning to a cup of tea: At a temple in Nara, people drink matcha green tea from big, unwieldy bowls for an annual tradition ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3089/
Lottery winner can travel abroad to meet grandchild for the first time: South Africa's newest millionaire says his PowerBall Plus winnings means he and his ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-23-lottery-winner-can-travel-abroad-to-meet-grandchild-for-the-first-time/
European vs American schools: differences and similarities from US mom: Our son is homeschooled, and as we travel, he joins classrooms. He's been to schools all ...
businessinsider.com/differences-europe-vs-us-primary-school-2024-4
Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
Why do Japanese people love the peace sign?: Point a camera at a group of Japanese people at a graduation ceremony, a cherry blossom picnic ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3228/
Was Shakespeare Really Born in This Stratford-upon-Avon House?: Every year, millions flock to Stratford-upon-Avon, England, to visit the house known as ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/travel/shakespeare-birthplace-stratford-upon-avon.html
'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is side-splitting evidence of life beyond late night TV: As the late night TV genre crumbles under sagging viewership and the decline of ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245301983/conan-obrien-must-go-review-max-travel
Airlines will now give automatic refunds when your flight is delayed: The new DOT regulations mean passengers can also get automatic refunds when their checked ...
businessinsider.com/airlines-automatic-refunds-flight-delayed-canceled-bag-department-of-transportation-2024-4
flydubai temporarily suspends all departing flights from Dubai: Due to severe weather conditions in the UAE today, April 16th, we regret to announce the ...
emirates247.com/business/travel/flydubai-temporarily-suspends-all-departing-flights-from-dubai-2024-04-16-1.731316
Dubai airport continues to struggle amid travel chaos after the storm: World’s busiest international airport saw airlines cancel more than 1 ...
ft.com/content/01298bac-c915-432f-af7d-34223335461c
Skyward Beat: DRUM TAO's 30 Years of Dreams and Creation | NHK WORLD-JAPAN: DRUM TAO, a taiko drumming group that brings its sublime sound and dynamic ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/3025062/
Rare moss balls appear in fish tank | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News: A stone collected from a riverbank in Japan has turned out to be a source of a rare species of ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3070/
'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is side-splitting evidence of life beyond late night TV: As the late night TV genre crumbles under sagging viewership and the decline of ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245301983/conan-obrien-must-go-review-max-travel
US restricts travel for employees in Israel amid fears of Iran attack: Iran is believed to be planning retaliation after an Israeli strike on its consulate in ...
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68795021
Glasgow Airport introduces ‘baby room’ to help parents travelling with young children
news.stv.tv/west-central/glasgow-airport-introduces-baby-room-to-help-parents-travelling-with-young-children
Matsumoto Castle's cherry blossoms pull in the crowds: Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan's most iconic sites, and spring ― when the castle's cherry ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3084/
Brazil-bound US travelers will need to show bank statements to visit country next year
nypost.com/2024/04/11/us-news/brazil-bound-us-travelers-will-need-to-show-bank-statement-to-visit-country-next-year/
Travelling solo? Three Australian women share their experiences and tips for going it alone
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-13/solo-travelling-abroad-women-experiences-tips/103608696
Internet sensation Grandma Joy, 94, takes on new travel challenge: Viral sensation Joy Ryan, 94, conquered the internet last year when she completed her goal of ...
ajc.com/things-to-do/travel/internet-sensation-grandma-joy-94-takes-on-new-travel-challenge/Q3AMLQP6PVH37EKSTTRLVVRCUA/
Japan whaling industry embarks on new era with cutting-edge 'mother ship' | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3242/
Three brothers killed in WA crash remembered by their church: Siblings Rhys Davies, Ambrose and Strahn, along with a family friend, were killed when their ute ...
9news.com.au/national/wa-wheatbelt-crash-brothers-remembered/515a4975-3949-40ee-94b0-bd8584716927
Proposed plans to introduce free public transport in Glasgow would cost £95.7m for nine week pilot
news.stv.tv/west-central/proposed-plans-to-introduce-free-public-transport-in-glasgow-would-cost-95-7m-for-nine-week-pilot
UN report shows how women's rights are restricted worldwide: Despite important progress, women's rights around the world are still in a bad way. Poverty ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/weltbevoelkerungsbericht-frauenrechte-un-100.html
North Korea launches ballistic missile: Japan's Defense Ministry announced on Monday afternoon that North Korea launched at least one ballistic missile ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3275/
Czechia wants to restrict travel for Russian diplomats again: Czechia will propose restricting the movement of Russian diplomats within countries in the Schengen ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452322/
Photos: UAE sees its heaviest rains in 75 years: Schools and businesses were closed across the United Arab Emirates after about a year's worth of rain fell in a ...
npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2024/04/18/1245508621/dubai-floods-rain-uae-oman-photos
Penguin school parade: Penguins at a zoo in Shimane Prefecture, western Japan, formed a welcome parade for first graders starting school in April.
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3065/
Flame is lit for Paris 2024 in choreographed event in the birthplace of the ancient Olympics
cnn.com/2024/04/16/sport/paris-2024-olympic-flame-lit-spt-intl/
Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
Heavy rains kill 18 in Oman as flash floods lash UAE: Rescue teams search for two missing people in Oman as bad weather disrupts travel in the United Arab ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/heavy-rains-kill-18-in-oman-as-flash-floods-lash-uae
The Devil's Gorge: Mapping No Man's Land in the Himalayas | NHK WORLD-JAPAN
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Yen plunge chills Japan education: The yen dropped to its lowest level against the dollar in 34 years last week, and the impact is affecting more and more of ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3281/
Already planning to see the next solar eclipse in 2026? What travelers need to know.
usatoday.com/story/travel/2024/04/09/next-solar-eclipse-europe-2026/73262484007/
American mom willing to spend $5,000 to see Taylor Swift in Europe: Three Eras Tour floor seats, flights, and hotel stays in Poland are set to cost less than I ...
businessinsider.com/american-mom-seeing-taylor-swift-in-europe-with-kids-2023-7
Pro-Palestinian protesters paralyse roads in US cities over Israel attacks: Demonstrators block highways and shut down travel in Illinois, California ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/pro-palestinian-protesters-paralyse-roads-in-us-cities-over-israel-attacks
US employers must accommodate abortions, birth control, agency says
reuters.com/world/us/us-employers-must-accommodate-abortions-birth-control-agency-says-2024-04-15/
UK-based Nigerian travel content creator and solo driver, Pelumi Nubi, completes her 68-day journey from London to Lagos, arriving in Lagos, Nigeria on Sunday ... Show more
Africa Live: Bobrisky jailed for six months for spraying money - BBC News: The socialite is convicted of throwing naira banknotes in the air in celebration ...
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-68651946
Quick Glance: Africa: Bobrisky sentenced to six months in jail
- Police in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, reported three individuals killed in a shootout with armed group Fano, marking the first violent incident in connection with the rebellion in the capital.
- Russian military instructors arrived in Niger to train the national army, enhancing Moscow's influence in the troubled Sahel region.
- Ghana's Vice President and ruling party presidential candidate opposes LGBTQ+ practices, citing religious and cultural norms.
- UN urges Mali to repeal ban on political activities, sparking tensions as the military junta fails to uphold promises of a return to civilian rule.
Flight attendant reveals her punishment for passengers who refuse to swap seats with parents
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/passengers-seat-swap-trick-flight-attendant-b2528776.html
Palaces, superyachts and chauffeurs: How the super rich will watch the 2024 Paris Olympics
cnn.com/travel/super-rich-2024-paris-olympics/
Outrage over extra wide pathway that motorists fear is part of anti-car agenda: The path is being built to encourage active travel in Bangor
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/outrage-over-anti-car-agenda-28987975
New ways to handle bears as they wake hungry: Japan has stepped up measures to deal with bear attacks after marking the highest number ever in fiscal 2023 ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3280/
How to check your flight status if you are flying in and out of the UAE: Don't reach airport more than three hours before departure: Dubai Airport advisory
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/how-to-check-your-flight-status-if-you-are-flying-in-and-out-of-the-uae-1.1713522504982
SHOWER IN THE AIR: First Class from Bangkok, Thailand to Hong Kong for only $891 USD roundtrip
secretflying.com/posts/shower-in-the-air-first-class-from-bangkok-thailand-to-hong-kong-for-only-960-usd-roundtrip-on-emirates-a380
How Florida and Arizona Supreme Court rulings change the abortion access map: How far do women have to travel to access abortion care? An economics professor has ...
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/11/1243991410/how-florida-and-arizona-supreme-court-rulings-change-the-abortion-access-map
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
Blinken will travel to China to bolster relations amid global turbulence: Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to China in the coming week as the Biden ...
cnn.com/2024/04/20/politics/blinken-china-visit-tensions-russia-israel-iran/
Parliament seeks Shs125b for per diem, salaries: Parliament has endorsed an increase of its budget by Shs125b to cater for salaries, travel ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/parliament-seeks-shs125b-for-per-diem-salaries-4590840
Coordinated Demonstrations Across the U.S. and the World Disrupt Travel, Weapons Industry
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/headlines/coordinated_demonstrations_across_the_us_and_the_world_disrupt_travel_weapons_industry
Autism makes travel a challenge. Here’s how I learned to cope: Busy places and unexpected events used to send me into meltdown on holiday. An autism diagnosis ...
theguardian.com/travel/2024/apr/22/autism-makes-travel-a-challenge-heres-how-i-learned-to-cope
Biden to tout first job listings in American Climate Corps program at Earth Day event
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4606655-biden-to-tout-first-job-listings-in-american-climate-corps-program-at-earth-day-event/
Another hot summer coming, people urged to take heatstroke measures: Record high temperatures have been reported across Japan. Temperatures in the prefectures of ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3285/
No job. A broken marriage. These two travelers made moves abroad for a second chance – and got it
cnn.com/travel/travel-news-second-chances/
White House's Sullivan expects to travel to Saudi Arabia in next few weeks: White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday he expects to ...
reuters.com/world/blinken-plans-visit-saudi-arabia-take-part-world-economic-forum-axios-reports-2024-04-23/
Dormice ladders built in the Forest of Dean: The ladders are helping the rodents move around following the loss of diseased Ash trees.
bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-gloucestershire-68821133
This new Google Maps feature is game changer for EV drivers: Finding a charging station can be tricky for an electric car driver. Google Maps is launching new ...
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2024/04/17/google-maps-electric-car-charging/73345864007/
Quick Glance: Google restructuring operations and relocating roles to 'hubs' to fund AI investments
- Google is implementing staff layoffs and transferring certain roles to 'hubs' to secure funds for artificial intelligence investments.
- The finance and real estate teams are being affected by the downsizing, with some roles being moved overseas.
- Through the consolidation of finance teams in Bangalore, Mexico City, Dublin, Chicago, and Atlanta, Google aims to enhance efficiency and operate around the clock.
- The restructuring is driven by the substantial shift towards artificial intelligence in the tech industry, prompting Google to allocate more resources to this domain.
'Expensive in every way': What travelers should expect this summer: Almost every barometer of travel intent is up this summer season. Inflation and unemployment ...
usatoday.com/story/travel/columnist/2024/04/12/everything-you-need-to-know-about-traveling-in-the-summer-of-2024/73275482007/
‘Smooch cabins’ on German trains will allow passengers to ‘cuddle’: The new design also includes digital seat placeholders and scent buttons
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/german-trains-smooch-cabins-b2531311.html
House Speaker Mike Johnson to deliver remarks with Trump on 'election integrity': House Speaker Mike Johnson will travel to Mar-a-Lago Friday for remarks on ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-speaker-mike-johnson-deliver-remarks-trump-election-integrity-rcna147237
Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
Taiwan Railway derails in Hualien, no injuries reported - Focus Taiwan: A Puyuma Express train traveling from Taitung to New Taipei derailed after its engine was ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404100024
Black-sounding names less likely to receive job call backs than white-sounding ones: Study
thehill.com/homenews/race-politics/4590888-black-sounding-names-less-likely-to-receive-job-call-backs-study/
Did you miss the total solar eclipse? Get ready to globe-trot for the next one: It will be a bit of wait for the next total solar eclipse if you missed out this ...
cnn.com/world/next-total-solar-eclipse-2044-scn/
Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Eliza Scidmore: The woman behind Washington's cherry trees: Every spring, more than a million people visit Washington DC to marvel at the canopy of pink and ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3255/
Suntory taps hydrogen for cleaner whisky production: Japanese beverage maker Suntory Holdings says it will start using clean energy to make whisky as part of an ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3085/
Gym goer told too old for student discount compensated: A gym goer who was told she was too old to apply for a student discount on her membership has won €3 ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0412/1443211-margaret-fitzpatrick-wrc/
Volunteers offer cleanup help to quake survivors: Volunteers with a disaster-relief center in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, have been interviewing survivors ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3287/
Russia's 'petal' land mines devastating Ukraine: Russian forces are spreading surface land mines by the thousands in Ukraine's east. The plastic weapons' petal ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3245/
Chinese Poem Shungyo (Spring Morning) - Story Land in Classical Japanese | NHK WORLD-JAPAN
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/4043007/
Kyogen Kaki Yamabushi (Persimmon Mountain Priest) - Story Land in Classical Japanese | NHK WORLD-JAPAN
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/4043009/
Ferda Ataman: Anti-discrimination commissioner criticizes Scholz for Tiktok channel
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251023874/Ferda-Ataman-Antidiskriminierungsbeauftragte-kritisiert-Scholz-fuer-Tiktok-Kanal.html
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