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Execs in Japan busted for winning dev bids then outsourcing to North Koreans: Government issues stern warning over despot money-making scheme
theregister.com/2024/03/28/japan_nk_arrests/
Quick Glance: Execs in Japan Arrested for Winning Dev Bids and Outsourcing to NK
- Two executives in Japan were issued arrest warrants for charges related to establishing a business that outsourced work to North Korean IT engineers.
- Authorities suspect Pak may have connections to a person involved in the foreign currency acquisition activities of the Hermit Kingdom, and are looking into potential money flow to North Korea.
- Amid an investigation involving the development of a smartphone app that breached Japan's banking act, authorities found suspicious transfers to North Korean IT engineers from Robast.
- Hiring a North Korean for development tasks can contribute foreign currency and illicit funds for a despot's operations, while also violating national sanctions.
Japan nappy maker shifts from babies to adults: Since 2011, sales of adult nappies have outpaced those for infants in Japan as its population ages.
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Takerufuji captures historic title at Spring Grand Tournament:
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/sports/sumo/20240324-176514/
Quick Glance: Takerufuji Makes History with Victory at Spring Tournament
- No. 17 maegashira Takerufuji receives the Emperor’s Cup after his historic win at the Spring Grand Tournament in Osaka.
- Takerufuji, the lowest-ranked wrestler in the makuuchi division as a No. 17 maegashira, became the first in 110 years to win the championship in his debut in the top tier.
Japanese city to allow kids to miss 3 days of school per year for more family time - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/023000c
Jacob Zuma barred from running in South Africa elections: South Africa's ex-president is barred from standing in May's general election, it is announced.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68689044
US military command in Japan to be revamped, FT reports: U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will unveil a plan next month to ...
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How to run a sub-20 5K: Running 5K in under 20 minutes requires dedication and the ability to endure discomfort – here are top tips from the pros on how to ...
runnersworld.com/uk/training/5km/a39744362/sub-20-5k/
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Hand-dyed Banners for Children’s Day Prepared by Saga Pref. Artists
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240325-176646/
In Japan, even Taylor Swift can't make it to the top of the music charts: TOKYO -- Japanese, who previously favored musical artists from the U.S ...
asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Life/In-Japan-even-Taylor-Swift-can-t-make-it-to-the-top-of-the-music-charts
Warner Bros. Discovery to Expand Anime Production in Japan: Warner Bros. Discovery is to expand anime production in Japan as it sees the category reaching ...
variety.com/2024/tv/news/warner-bros-discovery-anime-production-japan-1235949405/
TSS cases "in various countries": Tokyo comments on deadly wave of infections: In Japan, cases of infection with toxic shock syndrome, or TSS for short ...
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Easy Japanese news in translation: 101-year-old locomotive retires in Kumamoto Prefecture - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
US, Japan plan biggest upgrade to security pact in over 60 years, FT reports: The U.S. and Japan are planning the biggest upgrade to their security alliance ...
reuters.com/world/us-japan-plan-biggest-upgrade-security-pact-more-than-60-years-ft-reports-2024-03-24/
Imperial Palace Street Opens for Cherry Blossom Viewing; Most Trees Not Yet in Bloom
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240323-176266/
Runner breaks world record for fastest barefoot half marathon on ice: Barefoot runner Josef Šálek of Czechia clocked a cool half marathon time of 1:50:42 ...
runnersworld.com/uk/news/a60239099/world-record-half-marathon-on-ice/
Craftsman’s works spreads nationwide through furniture with no nails: Yuji Takahashi uses a traditional technique called 'sashimono,' by which grooves are carved ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/25/japan/society/hiroshima-furniture-craftsman/
Pokemon Loses Major Box Office Record to Haikyu Movie: Pokemon the Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back was just struck down Haikyu's new movie.
comicbook.com/anime/news/pokemon-anime-movie-box-office-haikyu/
US Republican Chris Christie says no to No Labels presidential run: Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, a Republican, has decided against running as the ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-republican-chris-christie-says-no-no-labels-presidential-run-2024-03-27/
Quick Glance: Chris Christie Declines No Labels Presidential Bid
- Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie (R) has made the decision not to run as the No Labels candidate for president after extensively evaluating the prospects of a centrist third-party campaign against President Biden and former president Donald Trump.
- During the recent weeks, Christie, along with his team, explored the possibility of joining a No Labels campaign, while No Labels leaders intensified their efforts to court him as a candidate.
- In conclusion, Christie determined that while there is an abstract interest in a third choice in the upcoming election, there is no practical path to victory. The challenges include significant ballot access and legal expenses, a delayed start in fundraising campaign funds, and the risk of diverting votes from Biden to elect Trump as president, according to those involved.
- The No Labels leaders have set a deadline in early April to nominate a presidential ticket, with a clear indication that they will only proceed if they can recruit someone with a feasible chance of winning. Individuals involved with No Labels have informed others in recent weeks that they anticipate Christie will be the nominee, as reported by individuals familiar with the discussions.
2 men die at nursing home in southwest Japan in suspected murders - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240323/p2a/00m/0na/002000c
JERA, Exxon to explore development of hydrogen and ammonia production project in US
reuters.com/business/energy/jera-exxon-explore-development-hydrogen-ammonia-production-project-us-2024-03-25/
Five runners — including the first woman ever — complete the 2024 Barkley Marathons
runnersworld.com/uk/training/motivation/a43322798/barkley-marathons/
After 9 yrs, Yokohama comes back as No. 1 cruise ship port in Japan - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240325/p2a/00m/0na/017000c
Ikigai Fruits Now Delivering $89 Japanese Strawberries, $120 Melons to US: Previously unattainable fruit can now be delivered straight to your door.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-21/ikigai-fruits-now-delivering-89-japanese-strawberries-120-melons-to-us
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Empress Dowager Shoken’s Waka Poems Translated into English
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240325-176539/
How to Invest in Japan: Which ETFs to Buy For Japan Stock Market: The country’s stock market is booming, but the first rate hike since 2007 may temper the rally.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-18/how-to-invest-in-japan-which-etfs-to-buy-for-japan-stock-market
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Japan's tale of two economies: BOJ hike and stock boom yet to trickle down: TOKYO -- As labor unions at Japan's largest corporations celebrated their ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/The-Big-Story/Japan-s-tale-of-two-economies-BOJ-hike-and-stock-boom-yet-to-trickle-down
Princess Aiko to Make Solo Trip to Ise Jingu for 1st Time
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240319-175384/
RFK Jr picks California lawyer Nicole Shanahan as his running mate: Silicon Valley lawyer and philanthropist Nicole Shanahan, 38, has never before run for ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68621617
Closing ceremony held for sole elementary school in Japan's fastest-aging village - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240325/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
Bernese dialect: Stuwi Aebersold (formerly Phon Roll) has a new band: Stuwi Aebersold was a guitarist with Phon Roll. Together with Züri West they provided the ...
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5 Runners—Including the First Woman Ever—Complete the 2024 Barkley Marathons: It was a record-setting and historic 60 hours at Frozen Head State Park in ...
runnersworld.com/news/a60281789/barkley-marathons-2024-results/
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Quick Glance: Five Runners - Including First Woman Ever - Complete 2024 Barkley Marathons
- The Barkley Marathons 2024 concluded with a record of five finishers, including the first woman to complete all five loops.
- Taking place at Frozen Head State Park in Tennessee, the 60-hour challenge involved five roughly 20-mile loops with a total elevation gain of 65,616 feet.
- Participants had to rip pages from books to prove they followed the unmarked course, with only five out of 40 runners finishing the race.
- The history of the Barkley Marathons, known as one of the toughest and most secretive ultramarathons in the world, was shattered by five finishers in one year.
Dollar Tops 151 Yen for 1st Time in 4 Months
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/business/economy/20240320-175753/
Ship accident off Japan: tanker carrying 980 tons of chemicals capsized: Eight dead, one survivor and two missing: a South Korean tanker with 980 tons of ...
de.euronews.com/2024/03/20/schiffsungluck-vor-japan-tanker-mit-980-tonnen-chemikalien-gekentert
Japanese chocolatier conquers Belgium: When Yasushi Sasaki moved from Japan to Belgium at the age of 19, he spoke not a word of French and had no clue what he ...
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Japan land prices rise most in 33 years, but foreign investors shy away: TOKYO -- The value of land in Japan has climbed by an average of 2.3% on the year ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Property/Japan-land-prices-rise-most-in-33-years-but-foreign-investors-shy-away
RFK Jr names wealthy lawyer, 'warrior mom' Shanahan as running mate: Independent U.S. presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday picked wealthy ...
reuters.com/world/us/robert-f-kennedy-jr-name-vice-presidential-pick-tuesday-2024-us-election-bid-2024-03-26/
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
People in Japan await bloom of sakura cherry blossoms: A weather information firm says central Tokyo will have to wait a little longer to enjoy cherry blossoms ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3182/
Itochu and BCG team on AI-powered business consulting in Japan: TOKYO -- Japanese trading house Itochu and U.S.-based Boston Consulting Group will start a joint ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Itochu-and-BCG-team-on-AI-powered-business-consulting-in-Japan
'Curse of the Colonel' KFC statue disposed of in Osaka: A plastic statue of Kentucky Fried Chicken's founder Colonel Sanders that was a lucky charm for ... Show more
Since the death of Kasia Lenhardt, proceedings have been underway in Munich against Boateng for alleged intentional bodily harm ...
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Scientists say tectonic plate tearing apart under Pacific Ocean from Japan to New Zealand
wionews.com/science/scientists-say-tectonic-plate-tearing-apart-under-pacific-ocean-from-japan-to-new-zealand-688973
Partial Suspension of Express Trains on JR Sobu Line for Signal Confirmation, Sakura to Tokyo Station
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240325-176535/
Sakura stories revisited: Getting in the mood for hanami: We are revisiting some past content on the science, economics and culture of cherry blossom season.
japantimes.co.jp/podcast/2024/03/25/deep-dive/sakura-hanami-season/
Japan unveils next-generation passenger plane project: Japan announced plans on Wednesday to develop a next-generation passenger jet over the next decade after ...
omanobserver.om/article/1151561/world/asia/japan-unveils-next-generation-passenger-plane-project
Japan confirms first human-to-human transmission of tick-borne SFTS virus: A doctor became infected with severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) after ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/20/japan/science-health/first-person-to-person-sfts-infection-japan/
Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris: First impressions: The Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris is the latest, speediest super shoe from Asics. We took it for a test run.
runnersworld.com/uk/gear/shoes/a60246271/asics-metaspeed-sky-paris-review/
MLB pulls plug on clubs' ties with NPB teams: The order has also forced MLB clubs to sever ties with pro teams from Mexico, Taiwan and South Korea.
japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/03/27/baseball/mlb-npb-ties-severed/
Ohtani Makes South Korean Fans Forget Rivalry With Japan: Baseball fans in South Korea have embraced the superstar from Japan, despite the longtime rivalry and ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/19/world/asia/ohtani-japan-south-korea.html
Pokemon Fan Games: Celebratory or Problematic? (A WILD PODCAST HAS APPEARED: Episode #252)
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Lil Nas X Ran the NYC Half in 2:32—Wearing High Top Sneakers: The “Industry Baby” singer made his 13.1 debut on Sunday in some unconventional footwear.
runnersworld.com/news/a60229862/lil-nas-x-nyc-half-high-tops/
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Proactive Pacifism, Arms Exports, and Japan’s Quest to Be ‘One of the Good Guys’: The Kishida administration’s decision to export advanced fighter jets is part ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/proactive-pacifism-arms-exports-and-japans-quest-to-be-one-of-the-good-guys/
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After clash, China warns Philippines over escalation in South China Sea: China's Defense Ministry issued the warning a day after Manila accused Beijing of ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/24/asia-pacific/politics/china-philippines-south-china-sea-escalation/
Lil Nas X Runs New York Half Marathon in Coach Sneakers: The rapper and singer, clad in bulky designer sneakers and the official race T-shirt ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/18/style/lil-nas-x-half-marathon.html
How switching from a smart to a flip phone saved me: To stop the endless doomscrolling, some people are turning the clock back and switching to 'dumbphones.'
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/03/18/japan/smartphone-addiction-japan-flip-phones/
Japan's renewed push for homegrown airliner faces turbulent path: TOKYO -- Japan's new effort to develop a next-generation airliner by 2035 will seek to ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Aerospace-Defense-Industries/Japan-s-renewed-push-for-homegrown-airliner-faces-turbulent-path
Swimming: Mizuki Hirai, Rikako Ikee qualify for Olympics in 100 butterfly - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240319/p2g/00m/0sp/004000c
‘Running is easy to start and hard to master – just like stand-up comedy’: Breaking through barriers and ‘bonking’ in Ipswich – Romesh Ranganathan’s road to the ...
runnersworld.com/uk/training/motivation/a60254511/romesh-ranganathan-london-marathon/
World’s First ‘Dragon Ball’ Theme Park to Be Built in Saudi Arabia
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/reuters/20240325-176585/
Quick Glance: Dragon Ball Z Theme Park to Open in Riyadh
- Middle Eastern fans rejoice as Dragon Ball theme park set to open in Riyadh, complete with over 30 attractions, including a 70-meter high Shenron with a roller coaster inside.
- The park will feature seven different areas that recreate iconic locations from the manga like Kame House, Capsule Corporation, and Beerus's Planet, allowing fans to experience the adventure from the beginning.
- Dragon Ball franchise, popularized globally in 1984, has a massive fan base mourning the recent passing of creator Akira Toriyama.
- The series Dragon Ball, which debuted in 1984, has grown to become one of the best-selling manga series ever and has popularized manga across the globe with its exciting anime adaptations.
Japan’s first rate hike in 17 years unlikely to dent Singdollar’s strength against yen anytime soon
straitstimes.com/business/economy/japan-s-first-rate-hike-in-17-years-unlikely-to-dent-singdollar-s-strength-against-yen-anytime-soon
Japan drugmaker reports two more deaths in cholesterol supplement scare: TOKYO: A Japanese drugmaker whose dietary supplements are at the centre of a growing ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/28/japan-drugmaker-reports-two-more-deaths-in-cholesterol-supplement-scare
Quick Glance: Two Deaths, 100 Hospitalisations in Japan Supplement Scare
- Two deaths and over 100 hospitalisations in Japan have been linked to dietary supplements intended to lower cholesterol.
- Japanese government is investigating after the recall of over-the-counter tablets by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical due to kidney complaints.
- Affected products include various health tablets, a rose-coloured sparkling sake, salad dressing, bread, and miso paste used in traditional dishes.
- The Health Minister urged the company to provide information promptly and instructed local authorities to collect data on health damage nationwide.
Dai Nippon Printing to mass produce photomasks for Rapidus chip: TOKYO -- Dai Nippon Printing will begin mass producing photomasks, used in printing ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Tech/Semiconductors/Dai-Nippon-Printing-to-mass-produce-photomasks-for-Rapidus-chip
More Companies Use Alumni Networks to Rehire, Work with Former Employees
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/business/companies/20240328-177092/
SS Rajamouli shares post as 110-year-old Takarazuka company in Japan adapts RRR as Broadway play. Watch
hindustantimes.com/entertainment/telugu-cinema/ss-rajamouli-shares-post-as-110-year-old-takarazuka-company-in-japan-adapts-rrr-as-broadway-play-watch-101711156655714.html
Rare Okinawa flying fox back in the wild after brush with death: The fruit bats of Okinawa's Daito islands are a designated national natural monument whose image ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3178/
Japan's Aeon to even out pay between part- and full-time workers: TOKYO -- Japanese retailer Aeon will start boosting wages for part-time workers at 40 group ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Retail/Japan-s-Aeon-to-even-out-pay-between-part-and-full-time-workers
Stolen R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R Saved From Shipping Container at the Last Minute: This famous R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R was driven by Lewis Hamilton before it was ...
thedrive.com/news/stolen-r34-nissan-skyline-gt-r-saved-from-shipping-container-at-the-last-minute
Is Rahm Emanuel the 'Japan hand' Democrats have been searching for?: WASHINGTON -- Monday marks two years since Rahm Emanuel, U.S. President Joe Biden's ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Is-Rahm-Emanuel-the-Japan-hand-Democrats-have-been-searching-for
Akira Toriyama and the True Source of Japanese Soft Power: Effective cultural diplomacy ultimately rests on the shoulders of creatives and artists looking to ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/akira-toriyama-and-the-true-source-of-japanese-soft-power/
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One collector’s high mountain road to Hokusai: A professor’s 30-year dream of assembling a complete set of “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/18/arts/design/katsushika-hokusai-prints-auction.html
Cat That Fell Into Toxic Chemicals Puts a City in Japan on Alert: The animal fell into a tank of chemicals at a plating factory in Fukuyama and then wandered off ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/15/world/asia/cat-chemicals-fukuyama-japan.html
Bitchu Matsuyama Castle: The highest fortress in Japan: Nestled near the peak of Mount Gagyu, at an impressive elevation of 430 meters, lies the awe-inspiring ...
japantoday.com/category/features/travel/bitchu-matsuyama-castle-the-highest-fortress-in-japan
Japan Eyes Improving 16 Airports, Seaports to Boost Defense; Would Enable Access by Self-Defense Forces and Coast Guard
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/defense-security/20240328-177267/
The world’s first Dragon Ball theme park has just been announced and it’s going to be huge
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/dragon-ball-z-theme-park-b2517051.html
Tokyo subway installs clear translation screen ahead of 2025 events: The system is equipped with a keyboard translates between Japanese and English, Chinese ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/09/japan/society/tokyo-subway-translation-screen/
Chocolate mushroom-shaped earbuds sell out in 10 minutes: TOKYO -- Limited-edition wireless earbuds made to look like a mushroom-shaped chocolate snack ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Electronics/Chocolate-mushroom-shaped-earbuds-sell-out-in-10-minutes
Space One's Kairos rocket explodes just after liftoff in Japan: TOKYO -- Space One's maiden rocket launch failed on Wednesday in a setback for the company ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Aerospace-Defense-Industries/Space-One-s-Kairos-rocket-explodes-just-after-liftoff-in-Japan
Quick Glance: Rocket Explodes After Launch in Japan
- The Japanese company aimed to be the first private business in the country to put a satellite into orbit.
- The Kairos rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, causing a smoke plume and a forest fire nearby.
- Space One is investigating the incident, marking a setback for Japan's commercial space endeavors.
- The space transportation market is lucrative, with Space One planning to launch satellites using small rockets.
Your longest marathon training run: How far should it be?: Unsure how far to run in marathon training? We share expert advice on the literal lengths you need to ...
runnersworld.com/uk/training/marathon/a27015418/how-far-should-your-longest-marathon-training-run-be/
What's it actually like to run the Barkley?: Ultrarunner and RW columnist Damian Hall gives a behind-the-scenes look at last year's Barkley Marathons.
runnersworld.com/uk/training/motivation/a60243473/barkley-damian-hall/
Soccer players failed to declare income totaling ¥2.1 billion: Andres Iniesta, Kim Jin-hyeon and Patric have been named by the Osaka Regional Tax Bureau.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/22/japan/foreign-soccer-players-fail-to-declare-income/
As millions sit empty, 'vacant home insurance' started by Tokyo nonprofit - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240318/p2a/00m/0na/017000c
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