policy LDP’s Motegi Toshimitsu Suggests Raising “1.03 Million Yen Barrier” to 1.2 Million
Motegi Toshimitsu proposes raising the "1.03 million yen barrier" to around 1.2 Million, a move that could change income tax thresholds in Japan.
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politician Governor Saito’s $4,620 Spending Controversy: Public Election Act Complaint Filed
A $4,620 expense by Governor Saito faces scrutiny for alleged election law violations. Investigation ongoing, future unclear.
policy Criticism Floods Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Over High Social Insurance Premiums
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare faces social media backlash over high insurance premiums and financial struggles for families.
Politics South Korea Faces 11.7 Trillion Won Tax Revenue Shortfall, Corporate Tax Cut Impact
South Korea's tax revenue shortfall of 11.7 trillion won and a 25% corporate tax cut are putting government finances in crisis.
policy Government Delays Gasoline Tax Cut Decision for One Year, Considers EV Impact
The government and ruling party plan to postpone the gasoline tax cut decision for a year, examining EV spread and tax revenue impact.
politician Hyogo Governor Saito Motohiko and PR CEO Accused of Public Election Law Violation
Professor Kamiwaki and lawyer Gohara file a complaint against Hyogo Governor Saito and PR CEO for violating election laws.
policy Abenomics and Low Growth: Young Support for Fiscal Expansion Amid Rising Prices
Young people back fiscal expansion as Abenomics fails to address low growth, rising prices, and political scandals, shifting support in Japan's election.
policy Sapporo’s Senior Pass Review Faces Backlash from Seniors, Concerns from Youth
Sapporo's Senior Citizen Pass review sparks senior backlash over changes, while younger residents voice concerns about financial burden.
politician Governor Saito Motohiko’s Public Election Law Violation Suspected to Be Revealed on December 2nd
Governor Saito’s suspected violation of the Public Election Law will be uncovered by December 2nd, with the deadline for election campaign reports.
Politics China to Cooperate in Investigation of Baltic Sea Cable Break Involving Yipeng-3
China agrees to assist Sweden in investigating the Baltic Sea cable break, with Chinese ship Yipeng-3 suspected of involvement.
policy Japan Coast Guard’s $600M Drone Purchase Faces Criticism Amid Public Struggles
Japan Coast Guard's $600M budget for U.S.-made drones sparks debate as opposition questions necessity amid economic hardships.
Politics UK Parliament Advances Euthanasia Bill with Majority Vote Toward Enactment
The UK Parliament has passed a euthanasia bill for terminally ill patients, moving closer to legalizing assisted death.