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 This year, too, "killer mega-typhoons" are expected to wreak havoc on the Japanese archipelago. According to forecasts by the Japan Weather Association, the number of typhoons approaching Japan between August and October is expected to reach a maximum of nine, more than double the number of previous years. We spoke to an expert.

More than usual in number and power! More &#8220;killer mega typhoons&#8221; will hit Japan one after another from now on!

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 In the July issue of "Last Interview" (Shinchosha), Keiko Fujishima, former head of "SMILE-UP.", questioned the content of NHK's report on sexual assault by Janie Kitagawa. The contents are available at .......

The contents of the court documents in which &#8220;NHK&#8217;s alleged gross misreporting&#8221; was disputed.

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 NHK's October 2011 report on sexual assault by Janie Kitagawa may have been "grossly misreported. There is a possibility of a "major misreporting" about the content of the report. In the court documents obtained by this site, there is a record of a serious statement made by an NHK employee to a man who claims to be the victim.

Julie Fujishima distrusts NHK&#8230;Serious remarks by a staff member at the heart of &#8220;NHK&#8217;s big misinformation&#8221; in reporting on sex-related damage.

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Takeshi Kinugawa (1st), Kei Kato (2nd)

 The confusion in Hyogo Prefecture began with the death of the former director of the Hyogo Prefectural Citizens Bureau. This time, a female reporter from Jiji Press, who questioned Governor Motohiko Saito, was made a target on the Internet and other media, and she tearfully ......

Protect #Jiji Press reporters!&#8221; Even the Newspaper Workers&#8217; Union raised its voice, behind which Takashi Tachibana and others shot back and Jiji Press was ineffectual.

 Kansai Television's wide show "Shunkan Live Totto! will be broadcast nationwide starting this fall. Will this be a chance to save Fuji Television, which is suffering from a lack of sponsors?

Can Fuji TV be saved from a massive loss of sponsors? &#8230; Aoki, a former &#8220;Nippon TV&#8221; announcer, is now the MC of the program!

 The violent words and intimidation to the student by the director of the rowing club of Nihon University were discovered. The students who belong to the rowing club and the person concerned were interviewed, and the letter of inquiry was sent to the office of Nihon University. The answer is .......

Exclusive: Nihon University Rowing Coach Accused of Verbal Abuse and Intimidation

 Yasuko Sakaguchi (Kokubun) Shinji Hasuo (Nakai) Kumataro Arai (Nagano) Kazuhiko Nakamura (Shimizu)

 Midsummer Merger Issue "Special Program" Undercover Roundtable Discussion [Part 1

 Beginning with the Nakai shock of January of this year, the first half of the year has seen a series of major news stories, including Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka's alleged affair and Taichi Kokubun's compliance violations. TV men and entertainment industry executives give us the inside scoop on all the news!

Kokubun Controversy and Nagano-Tanaka Rumors Rock 2025 Entertainmentr Shake the Entertainment World in 2025

 Shinji Hasuo (Arashi) Kazuhiko Nakamura (Hashimoto, Hamabe) Ippei Hara (Downtown)

 Midsummer Merger "Special Report" [Part 2

 The first half of this year also saw a string of major news stories, including reports of passionate relationships between major celebrities and the announcement of the end of Arashi's career. FRIDAY therefore planned an entertainment round-table discussion with TV people and executives of entertainment professionals! We will tell you all about the inside story of the news!

Inside Entertainment: High-Profile Couple’s Plans and the Untold Truth of Downtown Channel

 Masafumi Nakayama

 Mineko Miwa

 Mariya Nagao, who is now confident in her photogravure, is now posing in a pose that is too bold for her. ...... Mariyagi shows her overwhelming presence with a "sense of dynamism" as her weapon.

 Mariya Nagao, formerly of AKB48, makes her long-awaited comeback on the cover of FRIDAY after an absence of almost a year! She revealed to us the changes in her mindset 14 years after her gravure debut, and her goals as a producer of idols!

Mariya Nagao Shares Her Gravure Journey and Confidence

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 On July 29, former K-1 three-weight champion Takeru (34) and actor Aoi Kawaguchi (26) announced their marriage. A year earlier, Friday Digital had witnessed a lunch date between Take-takeru and Kawaguchi just before they left for the United States.

Takeru and Aoi Kawaguchi Enjoy Trendy Café Date Before Heading to the U.S.

 A woman working for a support group for the handicapped and her sons were arrested for ripping off a handicapped man. Interviews with investigators revealed the "rip-off family's" astonishing viciousness.

Arrested Rip-Off Family Boasts Stolen Cash Online — Shocking Scheme Uncovered

 The seven-member girl group "HANA" was born from the audition program "No No Girls" (No No Girls) and is rapidly gaining popularity due to its high singing ability. In the midst of this, allegations of underage drinking by a member of the group have surfaced and ......

HANA Idol MOMOKA Accused of Underage Drinking — Fans Eye Agency’s Response

 Yuji Yanagawa (non-fiction writer)

 Yuji Yanagawa (Nishimura, Takabe)

 Golden Eggs" in the Summer Koshien Tournament in 2025 (Part 1)

 The 107th National High School Baseball Championship Tournament (Summer Koshien) opened on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. We introduce some of the "golden eggs" of the tournament, including Takeru Sato and Genki Ishigaki, the two aces of Takeru Sato and Takasaki, and Kazuki Nishimura of Kyoto Kokusai, the champion of the previous summer tournament!

Golden Talents Set to Shine at Summer Koshien

 Shinji Hasuo

 On July 31, the Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of two suspects, including Naoto Watanabe, on suspicion of threatening a brothel manager. The suspects are members of "Natural," and the victim was angered by their attempts to cut ties with the scout. ......

Arrest of Natural Member After Threatening Adult Club Manager: Behind the Tough Exterior

 Yuji Yanagawa (nonfiction writer)

 Yuji Yanagawa (Okumura), AFLO (Furujo), Kyodo News (Abe)

 Golden Eggs in Koshien in the Summer of 2025 (Part 2)

 The 107th National High School Baseball Championship Tournament (Summer Koshien) opened on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. We introduce some of the "golden eggs" of the tournament, including Daiki Yoshida of Kanatari Agriculture, who is aiming for a return of the Kinno whirlwind, and Yohta Abe of Yokohama, the leading candidate for the championship!

Yoshida Chases “Kana-nō Whirlwind,” Abe Leads Yokohama — Koshien’s Golden Eggs Speak Out

 SoftBank's Tatsu Yanagimachi, who won the MVP award in this year's Central and Pacific League interleague tournament with a batting average of .397, the highest among the 12 teams, is on the rise. We interviewed him about his secret pre-game practices and his career to date.

“The Deeper the Darkness, the Better” — Yanagimachi Reflects After Winning Interleague MVP

 Kojiro Yamada (2nd), Kazuhiko Nakamura (3rd, 4th)

 SUPER EIGHT's Yutaka Yokoyama has announced a collaboration event with former member Subaru Shibuya, who quit the company in '18. Please visit .......

Kimutaku × Yamapi? Ex- and Former Johnny’s Collaborations Speeding Up

 The roller skating group has completely disappeared from STARTO. At the same time, fan clubs for veteran talents such as Hiroki Uchihiroki, formerly of "Kanjani Eight" and formerly of "NEWS", and Jun Hasegawa of "Four Tops" were formed. Why?

STARTO’s New President Ushers in Fan Club Boom for Veteran Stars Like Hiroki Uchi

 Keiko Tsuji

 Afro (1st and 2nd pictures)

 We are seeing more and more "mist" at train stations, commercial facilities, and event venues. However, if the water is contaminated with Legionella bacteria, the bacteria will float around with the spray, and users will inhale the bacteria as they breathe.

Refreshing Mist or Hidden Threat? Legionella Risk Exposed

 Nakahira

 On July 30, a man suddenly visited a house in Edogawa Ward and attacked two women with a hammer, seriously injuring them. Some of the family members at the house where the incident took place narrowly escaped harm. We reported on the scene.

Hammer-Wielding Man Storms Upstairs: Family Faces Terrifying Attack

 Takuma Arimura

 On July 31, President Trump signed an executive order setting new rates for "reciprocal tariffs" on imports, which are scheduled to take effect on August 7. The tariffs against Japan were finalized at 15%. The U.S. will request that the government introduce a "reimportation...

15% Tariff on Japan Brings Both Opportunity and Old Controversies Back

 An unprecedented educational problem has been uncovered in South Korea, committed by the parents and former homeroom teacher of a high school girl who had been the top student in her grade for two and a half years. The parents of a high school girl who had been the top student in her class for two and a half years and her former homeroom teacher had illegally obtained exam questions and memorized the answers. Experts point out the problems of overheated examinations that could shake Korean society.

Mother, Teacher Allegedly Involved as Korean High School Star Faces Exam Scandal

 Rena Shimada

 TV personality Marina Watanabe has published a book titled "Watashi wa grumpy watashi na watashi" ("We are all grumpy"), in which she describes various problems faced by women going through menopause, based on her own experiences. She spoke candidly about her major battles with her family and the frustrations of housework.

Men Beware! Marina Watanabe Reveals Why She Loses Her Cool at Home

 It has been announced that Yutaka Yokoyama of "SUPER EIGHT" will be a charity runner in "24 Hour TV 48". In an interview with a magazine currently on sale, Yokoyama said, "This year will be a year of challenges...

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More than usual in number and power! More “killer mega typhoons” will hit Japan one after another from now on!

The contents of the court documents in which “NHK’s alleged gross misreporting” was disputed.

Julie Fujishima distrusts NHK…Serious remarks by a staff member at the heart of “NHK’s big misinformation” in reporting on sex-related damage.

Protect #Jiji Press reporters!” Even the Newspaper Workers’ Union raised its voice, behind which Takashi Tachibana and others shot back and Jiji Press was ineffectual.

Can Fuji TV be saved from a massive loss of sponsors? … Aoki, a former “Nippon TV” announcer, is now the MC of the program!