An accident at the Marine Corps Marathon took her foot. Now she’s sprinting at the Paralympics.
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Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
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Quick Glance: Ukraine attacks Russian-occupied areas with long-range missiles from US, officials disclose
- Recently, Ukraine has started utilizing long-range ballistic missiles provided secretly by the United States. These missiles were employed to attack a Russian military airfield in Crimea last week and to bombard Russian forces in another occupied area overnight, as reported by American officials on Wednesday.
- A senior US military official stated on Wednesday that the White House and military planners thoroughly assessed the risks associated with providing long-range firepower to Ukraine and concluded that the current timing is suitable for their provision.
Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States: The bill that will force a sale or ban of TikTok in the United States is now law.
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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Family of man killed when Chicago police fired 96 times during traffic stop file wrongful death suit
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Confiscate Russian funds: the USA is tinkering with international law: Congress authorizes President Biden to seize Russian dollar reserves for Ukraine's ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers
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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers
- The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.
- The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.
- The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.
- The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.
The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its battle to fight off Russian invaders ...
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Morning Bid: Japan's FX no-show, Meta plunges: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book: NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book ...
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FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...
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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Easy Japanese news in translation: 15,000 people take part in Tokyo Rainbow Pride event - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2a/00m/0na/008000c
Markets Wary of Intervention as Yen Struggles at 155 Level
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Japan set for clean power surge in 2024: Japan's utilities are on track to boost clean electricity output to the highest levels in several years in 2024 ...
reuters.com/business/energy/japan-set-clean-power-surge-2024-maguire-2024-04-24/
Trump 2.0: How US allies are preparing for a second term: Germany is waging a charm offensive inside the Republican Party. Japan is lining up its own Trump ...
reuters.com/world/us/trump-20-how-us-allies-are-working-iron-out-bugs-2024-04-24/
Morning Bid: Yen on the brink, but Tesla pulls back: A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook
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Yen drops to 155 range, new 34-yr low against U.S. dollar - The Mainichi: NEW YORK (Kyodo) -- The yen weakened to the 155 range against the U.S ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2g/00m/0bu/069000c
Japan supermarket sales grow 3.7% in FY 2023, biggest rise in 32 yrs - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2g/00m/0bu/012000c
Japan's Sumitomo plans $1.3 billion renewable power storage network, Nikkei reports
reuters.com/sustainability/japans-sumitomo-plans-13-billion-renewable-power-storage-network-nikkei-reports-2024-04-23/
Charles move left ‘furious’ Harry ‘in tears’: Prince Harry was left “furious” and “in tears” after his father decided to evict his family from Frogmore Cottage ...
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/royals/prince-harry-furious-in-tears-over-king-charles-decision/news-story/cf2233850121b9d243f4ead9abb51ac7
Quick Glance: Meghan Markle's Podcast Delayed until 2025 - Issues with Schedule
- Meghan Markle's podcast with Lemonada Media has been delayed until next year, as reported by sources.
- The company is struggling to launch the podcast to avoid overshadowing by the Duchess's new Netflix project.
- The couple signed a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal and have two new series in early production stages.
- Markle is currently focusing on her new brand and Netflix series centered around cooking and polo.
Japanese Gacha machine dispenses Intel Core i7-8700 for just $3.25: The machine was highlighted by X/Twitter user LaurieWired (via Tom's Hardware) ...
techspot.com/news/102720-japan-gacha-vending-machine-dispenses-intel-core-i7.html
Quick Glance: CPU Gacha Machine in Japan: Core i7-8700 for $3
- A CPU Gacha machine in Japan dispenses Intel processors. One user got an Intel Core i7-8700 for $3.
- The machine contains various Intel CPUs, possibly including older or defective models.
- Located in front or inside a computer store called 1's PC, the machine could be a way to get rid of old or defective CPUs.
- Despite issues with one core, the affordable Core i7-8700 was able to run Windows and pass benchmarks.
Japan's corporate service inflation perks up in March: Japan's annual business-to-business service inflation accelerated for the second month to hit 2 ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/japans-corporate-service-inflation-perks-up-march-2024-04-24/
Private rooms coming to some of Japan’s bullet trains: Japan’s beloved Shinkansen trains are getting another upgrade – private rooms with doors in the upper ...
cnn.com/travel/private-rooms-japan-bullet-trains-intl-hnk/
Taiwan airport bus takes passengers for Tokyo, Osaka to same plane | Taiwan News | Apr. 24, 2024 20:34
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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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Oil sprays from an ANA flight carrying 213 people as it lands in Hokkaido: Oil sprayed from an All Nippon Airways plane as it landed Wednesday at Shin Chitose ...
japantoday.com/category/national/Oil-sprays-from-an-ANA-flight-carrying-213-people-as-it-lands-in-Hokkaido
Chinese professor at Tokyo university missing after trip home: BEIJING -- A professor at Tokyo's Asia University has gone missing after temporarily ...
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U.S. official says Kishida and Yoon deserve Nobel Peace Prize: WASHINGTON/SEOUL -- A senior U.S. official said Wednesday that the leaders of Japan and South ...
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Paid articlePaid Sumo: Top prospect Onosato apologizes for underage drinking incident - The Mainichi
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Japan's ANA and Air India to operate codeshare flights: TOKYO -- All Nippon Airways will partner with Air India to offer codeshare flights from late May ...
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Tsukiji 2030s: A stadium, culinary center and transportation hub: Massive redevelopment plans for the former site of Japan's world-famous fish market aim to turn ...
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Hotel at new Tokyo DisneySea area shown to press: The minimum overnight fee for the hotel's two buildings is ¥66,000 for rooms at the Fantasy Chateau and ¥341 ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/24/companies/disney-sea-new-hotel-opens-in-june/
DP World Tour ISPS Handa Championship coming to Japan this weekend: Japanese and European golf stars will battle for the tour’s penultimate event in its Asian ...
japantoday.com/category/sports/dp-world-tour-isps-handa-championship-coming-to-japan-this-weekend
Japan may intervene to support yen any time, says senior ruling party official: Japanese authorities could intervene in the currency market any time as recent ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/japan-may-intervene-support-yen-any-time-says-senior-ruling-party-official-2024-04-23/
Canoe queen Carrington looks to add to New Zealand record haul in Paris: Canoe sprint champion Lisa Carrington became New Zealand's most decorated Olympian at ...
reuters.com/sports/canoe-queen-carrington-looks-add-new-zealand-record-haul-paris-2024-04-24/
Japan’s Nikkei Closes above 38,000 Points as Tech Shares Soar (Update 1)
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Japan's Nidec projects record profit on EV parts recovery: KYOTO, Japan -- Japanese motor maker Nidec forecasts consolidated net profit to rise 32% to a ...
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Hotels are new darling of foreign investors in Japanese property: TOKYO -- Investors remain bullish about Japan's property market this year ...
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Paid articlePaid Where king dollar is causing pain the most: A dollar surge propelled by a strong economy, sticky inflation and geopolitical tensions have unnerved policymakers ...
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Tokyo Tsukiji fish market site to be redeveloped with 50,000-seat stadium, hotel, shopping center
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Chinese swimmers head to Paris Olympics under a cloud amid row over handling of drugs tests
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Traveling in Japan? Fill your suitcase with these six healthy food souvenirs: As you make your way through the crowds in some of Japan's most popular cities ...
japantoday.com/category/features/food/traveling-in-japan-fill-your-suitcase-with-these-six-healthy-food-souvenirs
DisneySea reveals new hotel in Fantasy Springs area to open in June - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2g/00m/0et/005000c
Japan’s Former Premier Aso to Meet Trump as US Election Looms: Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso is set to meet former President Donald Trump on Tuesday ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Taro Aso Meets Trump in New York Prior to Election
- Ahead of the November elections, former Prime Minister Taro Aso met with Donald Trump in New York as some countries were establishing connections with the ex-US president.
- Serving as the Vice President of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, Aso had a strong alliance with the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who shared a close bond with Trump.
- During the meeting, Trump also commended Japan's increased defense expenditures.
- The meeting on Tuesday occurred following Trump's involvement in a hearing related to alleged hush money payments to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election.
32-yr-old man's kidneys at octogenarian level after taking Japan supplement - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240423/p2a/00m/0na/017000c
Japan’s Nikkei Rises but US Earnings Caution Caps Gains
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Where king dollar is causing pain the most: A dollar surge propelled by a strong economy, sticky inflation and geopolitical tensions have unnerved policymakers ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/where-king-dollar-is-causing-pain-most-2024-04-23/
US Anti-Doping Agency calls for Wada overhaul, probe into China swim doping; says questions not ‘satisfactorily answered’
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Japan issues strongest warning yet on readiness to intervene in currency market: Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said last week's meeting with his U.S ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/japan-finance-minister-says-government-ready-act-vs-excessive-fx-moves-2024-04-23/
USADA demands investigation into WADA for allowing Chinese swimmers to participate in Tokyo Olympics
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U.S. military to join search for crashed Japan SDF choppers in Pacific: The U.S. military will join Japan's search and rescue efforts for seven missing ...
japantoday.com/category/national/u.s.-forces-to-join-search-for-crashed-japan-sdf-choppers-in-pacific
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.
Firms face intellectual property claim over infrastructure game tested in Japan - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240423/p2a/00m/0na/023000c
Tokyo stocks rise slightly before earnings season - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks rose slightly Tuesday as investors picked up recently battered ...
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Firm dollar turns up heat on yen, heightening intervention talk: A firm dollar had the yen locked near a fresh 34-year low on Tuesday, keeping investors on ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/firm-dollar-drags-yen-down-closer-intervention-range-2024-04-23/
‘I’d swim in anything’: Stinky Seine won’t stop this triathlete from swimming: Matthew Hauser is Australia’s top-ranked triathlete, and if the Seine is safe to ...
theage.com.au/sport/i-d-swim-in-anything-stinky-seine-won-t-stop-this-triathlete-from-swimming-20240423-p5flvq.html
Imperial garden party: Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako greet guests during the spring garden party at the Akasaka Palace imperial garden in Tokyo on Tuesday.
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Economic security minister Takaichi visits war-linked Yasukuni shrine - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240423/p2g/00m/0na/028000c
Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P Live Updates for April 25: Asian equity markets dropped after Meta Platforms Inc.’s disappointing outlook raised concern on whether ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Current Stock Market Trends: Dow, S&P Updates for April 24
- Major tech giants experienced a downturn in late hours following disappointing forecasts from Meta Platforms Inc., raising concerns about the stock market's trajectory.
- Before the results, the broader market struggled to gain momentum as traders prepared for economic data that will influence views on the Federal Reserve's next moves.
- Investors withdrew around $200 million from value-based ETFs this month, while growth stocks attracted over $3 billion in inflows.
- JPMorgan Chase & Co. is signaling a clear buy indication for US stocks after reaching a threshold that typically precedes above-average gains.
Thai actor Bright and singer Nene confirm they are dating: The two of them had worked in the drama '2gether: The Series'.
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2024/04/23/thai-actor-bright-and-singer-nene-confirm-they-are-dating
Yen Inches Closer to Intervention Point as BOJ Meeting Starts: Yen traders are bracing themselves for a redux of September 2022, when Japan intervened in the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/yen-inches-closer-to-intervention-point-as-boj-meeting-starts
Paid articlePaid Markets wary of intervention as yen struggles at 155 level: The yen was pinned on the weaker side of 155 per dollar on Thursday as the Bank of Japan (BOJ) kicks ...
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What the Revamp of the Japan-US Alliance Structure Means for South Korea: New security and military arrangements will have knock-on effects for both Japan and ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/what-the-revamp-of-the-japan-us-alliance-structure-means-for-south-korea/
U.S. military to join search for crashed Japan SDF choppers in Pacific: The U.S. military will join Japan's search and rescue efforts for seven missing ...
japantoday.com/category/national/u.s.-forces-to-join-search-for-crashed-japan-sdf-choppers-in-pacific
Club to visit Japan this summer as part of pre-season tour: The Club is delighted to announce it will be returning to Japan for the first time in 33 years this ...
tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2024/april/club-to-visit-japan-this-summer-as-part-of-pre-season-tour/
IAEA team inspects treated radioactive water release from Fukushima nuclear plant
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Fukushima treated water discharge resumes after power outage - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The discharge of treated radioactive water from the crippled ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2g/00m/0na/039000c
Japan: Nintendo death threats suspect charged by police: Japanese police have charged the man responsible for sending death threats to Nintendo ...
mynintendonews.com/2024/04/24/japan-nintendo-death-threats-suspect-charged-by-police/
Real History from 'Shogun' Finale: What Happens Next?: Fact vs fiction for the 'Shogun' finale and what happened next.
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Goldman Sachs to name Hidehiro Imatsu as Japan unit president: TOKYO -- Goldman Sachs is set to name Hidehiro Imatsu, a 52-year-old Japanese manager at the ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Finance/Goldman-Sachs-to-name-Hidehiro-Imatsu-as-Japan-unit-president
As war rages on, Ukrainian Refugees ready for long-term stay in Japan - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2g/00m/0in/010000c
When this chef left Japan to strike out on his own, his father tore down the family restaurant so that he will not look back
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'Tight as ski boots': School-designated shoes leave students in Japan with sore feet - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2a/00m/0na/028000c
Japan to Restrict Exports of Civilian Goods Sought by Militaries; Risk Assessment Could Be Mandatory for Sensors, Motors
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240425-182203/
Japan’s small EV battery suppliers feel the heat in race for scale: Tokyo urges alliances to stay competitive but companies wary of giving up control
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Haikyu!! is finally back with a new anime movie: Instead of a new season, Haikyuu!! gets a movie with a theatrical release, all about the big match between ...
polygon.com/anime/24139099/haikyu-new-season-movie-trailer-karasuno-nekoma
How Japan Regained Its Superpowers and Recovered From Recession: The country was once the model of capitalist decline. But those recessionary decades are finally ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/features/2024-04-24/how-japan-regained-its-superpowers-and-recovered-from-recession
Veteran para athlete Mushai leads strong Kenyan team for world event: Kenya sends 13 athletes to Japan in search of Paris Paralympics slots.
nation.africa/kenya/sports/athletics/veteran-para-athlete-mushai-leads-strong-kenyan-team-for-world-event-4600640
London Investor Silchester Discloses Stake in Nikon, Pushing Shares Up 11%: Silchester International Investors, a London-based firm that has advocated for ...
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French Jewelry Label Gemmyo Steps Up International Expansion With Tokyo Store: French jewelry label Gemmyo will open a 950-square-foot unit on Toyko’s Omotesando ...
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Intervention Risk Is Rising Going Into BOJ Meeting, BofA Says
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SSC Schwerin: The floating attacker Leana Grozer: The lightness of volleyball player Leana Grozer is astonishing. After her grandfather and father were already ...
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Airfare of the Day -Premium Select- DELTA Tokyo to Honolulu from $938: Today’s Airfare of the Day goes to Delta Air Lines and their basic season premium economy ...
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