2024-01-09 / 最終更新日 : 2024-01-12 Aki@英語ニュース 自然環境 能登半島地震が発生【Major Quake Occurs on Sea of Japan Coast】 A large earthquake hit Japan on New Year’s Day. The quake’s center was on the Sea of Japan coast. Experts said tsunami waves might reach five meters.
2023-12-19 / 最終更新日 : 2024-03-16 Aki@英語ニュース 国際 アメリカは本当にイスラエル支持か【Is U.S. Truly Supporting Israel?】 The United States maintains strong political ties with Israel. This is partly because of significant funding from Jewish lobbies. However, more young Americans now support Palestine.
2023-12-05 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-20 Aki@英語ニュース 国際 パレスチナ紛争の歴史【The Palestinian Conflict History】 The Palestinian Conflict History The Palestinian conflict has deep historical roots. It involves complicated relations between Jews and Arabs. In addition, there are many political factors in the region.
2023-11-28 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 国際 イスラエルとハマスの戦争激化【Israel-Hamas War Escalates】 The Islamic militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel in early October, prompting retaliation in Gaza. Reports indicate that over 14,000 Palestinians have died, mostly women and children.
2023-11-21 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 政治 最高裁が性別変更の手術要件を違憲と判断【Top Court Rules Gender Surgery Requirement Unlawful】 The Supreme Court has declared required sterilization for gender change unconstitutional.This ruling prompts the Diet to reconsider current legal stipulations.
2023-11-07 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 自然環境 日本でクマ被害が増加【Bear Attacks Rise in Japan】 Japan has recorded over 170 victims of bear attacks by the end of October this year. Residents are urged to be vigilant as bears increasingly forage near homes.
2023-10-31 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 芸能 ジャニーズ事務所が社名変更【Johnny & Associates Renamed】 Japan’s leading talent agency, Johnny & Associates, is rebranded as Smile-Up, cutting ties with its founder amid sexual abuse allegations. The agency intends to compensate victims and wind down operations under this new identity.
2023-10-24 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース ビジネス 日本でステマ規制を実施【Stealth Marketing Ban Enacted in Japan】 Japan has enforced a stealth marketing ban since October 1, ensuring consumer protection against deceptive ads. Business operators in violation are subject to corrective actions, promoting advertising transparency.
2023-10-10 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 社会 日本の個人金融資産が過去最高に【Japan’s Individuals Hit Record Financial Assets】 Japanese individuals’ financial assets reached a record 2,100 trillion yen due to strong stock markets. The government aims to further encourage investments with an expanded tax exemption program next year.
2023-10-03 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 科学技術 日本がアルツハイマー病の新薬を承認【Japan Approves New Alzheimer’s Drug】 Japan’s health ministry has greenlit a new Alzheimer’s drug developed jointly by Japanese and U.S. firms. This breakthrough medicine can modestly slow cognitive decline in early-stage patients.
2023-09-26 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-03 Aki@英語ニュース 自然環境 今夏の世界平均気温が過去最高を記録【Summer 2023: Unprecedented Global Heat】 In the summer of 2023, global temperatures soared to unprecedented levels. Due to rising sea surface temperatures, numerous countries faced intense heatwaves.
2023-09-12 / 最終更新日 : 2023-12-05 Aki@英語ニュース 社会 日本の男性育休が増加【Paternity Leave Increases in Japan】 A 2022 survey by the Japan Business Federation showed nearly 50% of men took paternity leave, a significant rise from the previous year. However, 80% of companies faced challenges securing replacement staff.
