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 Governor Motohiko Saito of Hyogo Prefecture is under pressure. The results of a survey of prefectural employees, triggered by allegations of power harassment, have been made public.

Governor Saito&#8217;s Arrogant Behavior and New Issues Exposed by Staff Survey

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 Either way......Confusing U.S. presidential race, the over-the-top snide remark "Harris suddenly became black" is just the tip of the iceberg!

 Vice President Harris expresses his displeasure with former President Trump's "rhetoric. The over-the-top abuse "Harris suddenly became black" is just the tip of the iceberg, and there are many more outbursts and delusions to come. In the confused presidential race, will the king of rhetoric be reelected...

Former President Trump Faces Backlash for Shocking Offensive and Delusional Remarks

 Toshikatsu Taguchi

 With Prime Minister Kishida's announcement that he will not run for the LDP presidency, the LDP presidential election has suddenly become a crowded race. The LDP is hoping to find a president who can dispel the negative image of the LDP, such as the Unification Church issue and the alleged money laundering scandal, but Koizumi Shinjiro, who is said to be a major contender, has been ......

Shinjiro Koizumi Faces Greater Challenge in Securing Wife&#8217;s Permission Than in Gathering Supporters for Party Leadership Election

 Izumi Nakagawa

 On the 16th of this month, typhoon No. 7 approached the Kanto region, and the Shinkansen bullet train service between Nagoya and Tokyo was suspended for the entire day. Every year, typhoons cause tremendous damage in various regions. Now, research is underway to generate electricity by harnessing the energy of typhoons.

The Possibility of Embracing Typhoons for Ultimate Wind Power

 Rie Ogasawara is a national defense journalist. After graduating from Kansai Gaidai University, she worked as a freelance writer focusing on the Self-Defense Forces and security issues, and is the author of "Self-Defense Forces Personnel Buy Toilet Paper at Bases with Their Own Money" (Fusosha Shinsho), published in 2007. He was awarded the Seishi Sanshuji Award in the 15th "True Modern History" Essay Contest sponsored by the APA Foundation for the Rebuilding of Japan. Columnist for Sankei Shimbun's "Shimbun ni Kakaku! columnist for the Sankei Shimbun.

 Rie Ogasawara

 Kyodo News (1st and 4th pictures)

 The number of active duty members of the 1st Airborne Corps, an elite unit of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, who wish to retire is increasing. The main reason was "power harassment" in which they were forced by their superiors to practice outside of work hours for the annual summer festival "dance competition." ......

Ground Self-Defense Force Member Alleges Power Harassment and Forced Dangerous Dance Practice

 Shinji Hasuo

 A man was arrested for abducting a 14-year-old junior high school girl, whom he had met on social networking services and invited to "come over anytime. In recent years, there has been a string of kidnappings of young girls. Here we introduce the appalling statements of the suspects, many of whom have obscene purposes.

Suspects in Girl Abduction Case Offer Shocking Justifications Claiming Kindness Could Lead to Dating

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 Here is the wisdom of surviving tough and resilient in the midst of record high temperatures.

 China is suffering from record-breaking heat more than Japan. China's "measures against extreme heat" to survive the extreme heat are unique. The Chinese have a missile containing an artificial rainfall agent that sprays a large amount of water, which is inhaled by elephants, to keep cool... There may be something to be learned from the resilient Chinese people.

Extreme Heatwave in China with Temperatures Reaching 44°C Triggers Unconventional Measures Dealing with the Heat

 The mother's first trial was held in the abusive death of a 6-year-old girl. The abuse was horrific. She stripped her naked, scolded her in a graveyard in the middle of the night, beat her face, and forced her to stand up until dawn. The following is the full story of the unforgivable crimes.

Mother of Abused 6-Year-Old Girl Makes Astonishing Claims in Court

 Masayuki Kikuchi

 June this year was a rare month in which ships of the Turkish Navy, Indian Navy, and Dutch Navy visited Japan in rapid succession. The most noteworthy was the visit of the Turkish Navy's most advanced ship to Japan. We take a closer look at the aims behind the visit.

Turkish Stealth Ship Kinaliada Arrives in Japan on Path to Join Ukrainian Navy

 Aki Shikama

 During the COVID-19 crisis, the world was taking a series of measures to prepare for the future after COVID-19, including cashless, paperless, and other contactless-related measures. Many things that Japan has just now begun to deal with are already common knowledge in other countries.

New Norms for International Travel After COVID

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Shinji Ishimaru, former mayor of Aki Takata City, won the Tokyo gubernatorial election against Renho and came in second. After the election, he was all over the TV and other media, but he has not been seen much recently. ......


Shinji Ishimaru Expresses Concern Over Reduced Influence with Same-Generation Prime Ministers

 Ryo Nakahira

 A former day-care worker at a licensed day-care center where she worked indecently assaulted several girls and filmed it. The trial of Nagitaka Nagata, a former child care worker, who is accused of having non-consensual sexual intercourse and violating the Child Pornography Law, was held. What was the shocking story he told?

Parents’ Unending Anger Directed at Former Nursery Teacher Accused of Sexual Misconduct

 A man was caught red-handed attempting to spy on female college students in a private restroom at a university. The man is a famous shark maniac who has appeared on variety shows. Here is a glamorous profile of the man from his prestigious high school days.

TV Personality and Shark Enthusiast Accused of Filming Female Student in Alma Mater&#8217;s Bathroom

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 The last Tokyo gubernatorial election was dominated by many candidates. One of the most prominent candidates was Airi Uchino, who created a sensation by taking off her clothes during a political campaign broadcast. We asked her about her life after the election and how it changed her life forever.

Ayaka Otsu Finds Love While Facing an Extraordinary Life and Battling &#8220;Monsters&#8221;

 Takashi Tachibana, Atsuhiko Kurokawa... Ayaka Otsu, the leader of the Minna de Tsukuru Party, is fighting monsters whose names alone make anyone want to run away. She has now found a powerful ally. We asked her about it.

 A gangster was arrested for trying to extort money from a store employee. The store sells cookies and other products made with marijuana ingredients. Why did the suspect target the new type of store? We introduce the urgent situation of the gangsters in the background.

41-Year-Old Man Accused of Attempted Extortion Over Protection Money Amid Urgent Gang-Related Issues

 Keiko Tsuji

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 Temu, a mail order site from China, started its operation in Japan a year ago and is rapidly increasing its users. The products it handles are wide-ranging, and their low prices are extraordinary. What kind of site is it and how is it wise to use it? We asked an expert.

Is Temu safe?　Experts on the reputation of the rapidly expanding mail-order site

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time, we introduce the "Sasebo High School Murder Case" that took place in July 2002. What was the "background" behind the murder of a 16-year-old high school girl with excellent grades?

Playback &#8217;14] &#8220;I wanted to look inside her body,&#8221; a high school girl who murdered her classmate, &#8220;Signal&#8221; just before the murder.

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The LDP presidential election has become a bit more complicated with Prime Minister Kishida's declaration that he will not run for the presidency. One of the "frontrunners" in the race is Koizumi Shinjiro. However, the term "why Susumu" has been spreading on the Internet and other media. ......

Why Koizumi Shinjiro, the &#8220;real contender&#8221; for the post of Kishida, is concerned about the &#8220;Shinjiro syntax&#8221; of diplomacy.

 Shikama Aki

 Kyodo News (1st photo)

 Traffic schedules are disrupted by typhoons, abnormal weather, and disasters. News of flight cancellations, major delays, and Shinkansen train suspensions have increased dramatically. It is becoming increasingly important to be prepared and to deal with problems when they occur.

The keywords for future travel are &#8220;preparedness&#8221; and &#8220;savings&#8221;&#8230;Bad weather, earthquakes &#038; the weak yen and high prices have changed travel values

 A man who molested a woman on the Saikyo Line and then fled on the tracks at Shinjuku Station, stopping the train, has been arrested. The man had also been arrested in July for fleeing the tracks. Why did he flee the tracks? The reason was so selfish.

The &#8220;appalling reason&#8221; why the molester arrested at Shinjuku Station stopped the train and fled along the tracks.

 The Paris Olympics have come to a close, with Japan winning 20 gold medals and placing third among the participating countries. Although the Olympics appealed to the diversity of the world, there were also some behaviors that were suspected of "discrimination against Asians," such as "questionable judging. ......

European Sports Broadcasting Images Ignite Controversy Over Asian Discrimination at Paris Olympics

 Kei Kato (Nonfiction writer)

 Eight months after making his decision to travel to Japan, a former Japanese Self-Defense Force officer in his twenties volunteered to be an assault rifleman and became the target of a mortar attack.

 Two and a half years after the invasion began, a Japanese volunteer soldier was killed in the fighting between Russia and Ukraine. Why did he join the Russian army and how did he die? His comrade-in-arms, who is still standing in the battlefield, reveals his story.

Exclusive Photos Reveal Why Japanese Youth Who Joined Russian Military as Volunteers Perished on the Battlefield

 While the Paris Olympics are in full swing, the nightlife in Kabukicho is preoccupied with "RIZIN" matches. But in fact, many former strong sportsmen and women are lurking in Kabukicho. We spoke with Haruki Harukeya, a former national trampoline player and the No. 1 host

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Governor Saito’s Arrogant Behavior and New Issues Exposed by Staff Survey

Former President Trump Faces Backlash for Shocking Offensive and Delusional Remarks

Shinjiro Koizumi Faces Greater Challenge in Securing Wife’s Permission Than in Gathering Supporters for Party Leadership Election

The Possibility of Embracing Typhoons for Ultimate Wind Power

Ground Self-Defense Force Member Alleges Power Harassment and Forced Dangerous Dance Practice

Suspects in Girl Abduction Case Offer Shocking Justifications Claiming Kindness Could Lead to Dating

Extreme Heatwave in China with Temperatures Reaching 44°C Triggers Unconventional Measures Dealing with the Heat

Mother of Abused 6-Year-Old Girl Makes Astonishing Claims in Court

Turkish Stealth Ship Kinaliada Arrives in Japan on Path to Join Ukrainian Navy

New Norms for International Travel After COVID

Shinji Ishimaru Expresses Concern Over Reduced Influence with Same-Generation Prime Ministers

Parents’ Unending Anger Directed at Former Nursery Teacher Accused of Sexual Misconduct

TV Personality and Shark Enthusiast Accused of Filming Female Student in Alma Mater’s Bathroom

Ayaka Otsu Finds Love While Facing an Extraordinary Life and Battling “Monsters”

Ayaka Otsu Finds Love While Facing an Extraordinary Life and Battling “Monsters”

41-Year-Old Man Accused of Attempted Extortion Over Protection Money Amid Urgent Gang-Related Issues

Is Temu safe?　Experts on the reputation of the rapidly expanding mail-order site

Playback ’14] “I wanted to look inside her body,” a high school girl who murdered her classmate, “Signal” just before the murder.

Why Koizumi Shinjiro, the “real contender” for the post of Kishida, is concerned about the “Shinjiro syntax” of diplomacy.

The keywords for future travel are “preparedness” and “savings”…Bad weather, earthquakes & the weak yen and high prices have changed travel values

The “appalling reason” why the molester arrested at Shinjuku Station stopped the train and fled along the tracks.

European Sports Broadcasting Images Ignite Controversy Over Asian Discrimination at Paris Olympics

Exclusive Photos Reveal Why Japanese Youth Who Joined Russian Military as Volunteers Perished on the Battlefield

Former Japanese National Athlete Becomes Kabukicho Host

News

Governor Saito’s Arrogant Behavior and New Issues Exposed by Staff Survey

Former President Trump Faces Backlash for Shocking Offensive and Delusional Remarks

Shinjiro Koizumi Faces Greater Challenge in Securing Wife’s Permission Than in Gathering Supporters for Party Leadership Election

The Possibility of Embracing Typhoons for Ultimate Wind Power

Ground Self-Defense Force Member Alleges Power Harassment and Forced Dangerous Dance Practice

Suspects in Girl Abduction Case Offer Shocking Justifications Claiming Kindness Could Lead to Dating

Extreme Heatwave in China with Temperatures Reaching 44°C Triggers Unconventional Measures Dealing with the Heat

Mother of Abused 6-Year-Old Girl Makes Astonishing Claims in Court

Turkish Stealth Ship Kinaliada Arrives in Japan on Path to Join Ukrainian Navy

New Norms for International Travel After COVID

Shinji Ishimaru Expresses Concern Over Reduced Influence with Same-Generation Prime Ministers

Parents’ Unending Anger Directed at Former Nursery Teacher Accused of Sexual Misconduct

TV Personality and Shark Enthusiast Accused of Filming Female Student in Alma Mater’s Bathroom

Ayaka Otsu Finds Love While Facing an Extraordinary Life and Battling “Monsters”

Ayaka Otsu Finds Love While Facing an Extraordinary Life and Battling “Monsters”

41-Year-Old Man Accused of Attempted Extortion Over Protection Money Amid Urgent Gang-Related Issues

Is Temu safe? Experts on the reputation of the rapidly expanding mail-order site

Playback ’14] “I wanted to look inside her body,” a high school girl who murdered her classmate, “Signal” just before the murder.

Why Koizumi Shinjiro, the “real contender” for the post of Kishida, is concerned about the “Shinjiro syntax” of diplomacy.

The keywords for future travel are “preparedness” and “savings”…Bad weather, earthquakes & the weak yen and high prices have changed travel values

The “appalling reason” why the molester arrested at Shinjuku Station stopped the train and fled along the tracks.

European Sports Broadcasting Images Ignite Controversy Over Asian Discrimination at Paris Olympics

Exclusive Photos Reveal Why Japanese Youth Who Joined Russian Military as Volunteers Perished on the Battlefield

Former Japanese National Athlete Becomes Kabukicho Host

Is Temu safe?　Experts on the reputation of the rapidly expanding mail-order site