politician

NHK Party’s Tachibana Reveals Controversial Views and Links to Aum Shinrikyo

NHK Party's Tachibana Takafumi admits giving up on truth, exploiting ignorance, and discusses links to Aum Shinrikyo in 2020.
Politics

South Korea’s President Yoon Investigated for Treason, Faces Death Penalty

South Korean President Yoon is under investigation for treason. The ruling party supports his early resignation amid political turmoil.
Japanese economy

Tokyo to Establish Housing Support Fund for Middle Class Amid Soaring Prices

Tokyo plans to create a fund promoting affordable housing for middle-class families, addressing the impact of soaring housing prices.
Global Economy

Why People Think “Does Korea Have No Money?” Almost 90% of Foreign Investment Lost

South Korea's foreign investment has dropped by nearly 90%, raising concerns despite a surplus in the current account. October 2024 data from the Bank of Korea.
Politics

Syrian President Assad Escapes Damascus as Opposition Forces Reach Capital

Syrian President Assad escapes from Damascus as opposition forces reach the capital, marking a significant shift in the conflict.
Japanese economy

Solutions for the Employment Struggles of People in Their 40s and 50s Amid Labor Shortage

People in their 40s and 50s face employment struggles due to low wages. Solutions are needed as both public and private sectors work to improve conditions.
encounter

70% of Men Earning Less Than $13,200 Are Unmarried: The Link to Income

A high percentage of unmarried men in Japan earn under $13,200 annually, highlighting the strong link between income and marriage.
Politics

South Korea’s Ruling Party Chairman Han Promotes President Yoon’s Resignation

Han Dong-hoon, South Korea’s ruling party chairman, pushes for an orderly resignation of President Yoon to minimize confusion.
crime

Job Hunting Sexual Harassment: Rising Cases of Abuse Amid Increased Contact

Reports of sexual harassment during job hunting, including forced drinking and coercion, are rising as employee-student interactions grow.
meal

Daily Vegetable Intake Hits Record Low at 250g, Falling 100g Below Target

A survey reveals Japan's average daily vegetable consumption dropped to 250g, 100g below the target, marking a record low.
meal

High Rice Prices: 5kg for $26.40, Farmers’ Incomes Stagnate as Imports Rise

Despite rice prices soaring to $26.40 for 5kg in Japan, farmers see no income growth while cheaper imports like California rice gain traction.
Politics

South Korean Lawmakers Walk Out, Impeachment Vote Expected to Fail

Ruling party lawmakers in South Korea walk out before President Yoon's impeachment vote, likely leading to its rejection.