Headline news for October 5, 2023



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By the way, the following article was published on the same day of the same month in the past.

Bloomberg reports that Apple & Amazon servers were planted with chips that steal data from active units of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, Apple and Amazon completely deny - GIGAZINE

Google to pay 12.3 billion yen in court over continued collection of user location information without permission - GIGAZINE

A sword that has been sleeping at the bottom of a lake for 1500 years is pulled up by an 8-year-old girl - GIGAZINE

Experts say a 30-year-old mystery has been solved with the discovery of an ultra-rare blood type - GIGAZINE

A depression treatment device to be implanted in the brain will be developed - GIGAZINE

A circuit that has the potential to generate infinite power will be developed - GIGAZINE

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◆Science (science, academics, technology)
2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to three American researchers who discovered 'quantum dots' | NHK | Nobel Prize 2023

Names of Nobel Prize winners in chemistry leaked in advance | NHK | Nobel Prize 2023

First domestically produced quantum computer to be nicknamed “Ei” | RIKEN

◆Society/Politics/Economy (incidents, world news, business)







Chinese track and field athlete's post-race photo subject to censorship - CNN.co.jp

Unemployed man arrested on suspicion of damaging security camera, believed to be involved in damage to Reiwa car window | Kyodo News

More than 9,000 technical intern trainees went missing last year, the second highest number on record, prompting the government to consider creating a new system

Three people arrested for allegedly defrauding cash through “send money” scheme Chiba | NHK | Incident

Young Liberal Democratic Party members decide to propose a reduction in the consumption tax rate to 5% - Sankei News

Meiji Restoration - House of Representatives member Maekawa resigns ``runner-up'' will be fined, ``points will be moved up one after another'' | Mainichi Shimbun

Originally, Hitoshi Naoyama (51) from Shiga's third ward was supposed to be the ``runner-up'' and the winner, but Naoyama was also charged with violating the same law and was sentenced to a fine, so his civil rights were suspended. ing.



``My subordinate broke a bone after throwing a cell phone at me'' ``Paycheck thief! ``Abuse and intimidation that deny character'' ``Executives even fell ill due to stress'' Horrible power harassment by Niinami Suntory president, who is attracting attention due to Johnny's issue (Full text) | Daily Shincho

Former Soviet Union Armenia to join ICC after issuing arrest warrant for Putin | NHK | Russia

On the 3rd, the parliament of former Soviet Union Armenia ratified the Rome Statute, which is necessary for membership in the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC has issued an arrest warrant for President Putin over the military invasion of Ukraine, and Russia has criticized Armenia's decision, deepening the rift between the two countries.



Former Unification Church members and friendly groups file suit against Eight Suzuki: Asahi Shimbun Digital




“Dangerous driving” caused a fatal accident due to electric scooters… directly hitting the service provider who operates it | Nikkan SPA!

Ukraine claims to have developed an 'invisibility cloak' to hide soldiers from thermal imaging cameras - CNN.co.jp

US increases pressure on Ukraine to 'fight corruption' as a condition for some aid - CNN.co.jp

Former employee of Russia who spoke against the war during a news program sentenced to 8 years and 6 months in prison | NHK | Russia

Needle in 80-year-old woman's brain, perhaps a relic of Russia's efforts to cut back on oral health 1 photo International News: AFPBB News

Russian editor who protests on TV sentenced to 8 years in prison in absentia 3 photos International News: AFPBB News

Former Nazi SS teacher accuses school of abuse, demands apology from school Ireland 2 photos International News: AFPBB News

``Forcing a secretary to violate the speed limit'' ``Doing door-to-door visits in violation of the Public Elections Act''... Former secretaries accuse Ayuko Kato, Minister in charge of Children's Policy, of power harassment and illegal acts! | Daily Shincho

[Original] Is Nihon University falsifying the grades of students in its athletic club? Employees ask faculty members to give them credits...Faculty: ``I am afraid that if I refuse, I will be disadvantaged'' | FNN Prime Online

Kanagawa Shimbun reporter's remark 'cannot be called an illegal insult' Reversed victory in Tokyo High Court: Asahi Shimbun Digital

``A man's society that makes you sigh'' A public safety commissioner makes an unusual ``complaint'' to the Kanagawa Prefectural Police: Asahi Shimbun Digital

In a sudden turn of events, 80-year-old private taxi drivers will now be allowed.Although we have been encouraging the elderly to return their licenses...Is this aim to secure footfall in depopulated areas effective? : Tokyo Shimbun TOKYO Web

Three bears enter a work shed in Misato Town, Akita. Unable to exterminate them, monitoring continues | NHK | Akita Prefecture

One country gives up on building its own overseas pavilion at the Osaka-Kansai Expo | NHK | Osaka-Kansai Expo

LRT track signs to be completely renovated after a series of accidents with cars Tochigi | NHK Metropolitan Area News

Steel frame falls at building construction site. Is the base supporting the steel frame not strong enough? | NHK | Accident

UK imposes lifetime ban on cigarettes for those born after 2009 - Nihon Keizai Shimbun

China rebels against US sanctions over fentanyl ``Problem rooted in the US'' 3 photos International News: AFPBB News

80 dogs and cats confiscated by Kanagawa Prefectural Police are missing: ``The impossible is happening'' | Kanaloko by Kanagawa Shimbun

Shibuya Ward Mayor “Do not come for Halloween” appeal to overseas visitors | NHK | Tokyo

Tokyo to directly investigate three non-life insurance companies over allegations of insurance contract rigging - Nihon Keizai Shimbun

Sex industry loses in second trial of coronavirus sustainability benefit lawsuit, Tokyo High Court | Mainichi Shimbun

NG list 'does not exist' in the Prime Minister's Office Chief Cabinet Secretary at Johnny's press conference: Asahi Shimbun Digital




Misato Town, Akita Three bears caught after staying in a work shed for over 20 hours | NHK | Akita Prefecture

Male inpatient dies at Kobayashi hospital in Miyazaki; investigation including suspicion of murder | NHK | Incident

◆Lifestyle (life, life, health)
KEISUI ART STUDIO | I tried the 'Marshmallow Mask' sold at Don Quijote, although I didn't put it in my mouth.

Are solar panels really worth it? Is it actually bad for the environment? I asked an expert about my concerns - The Future of the Earth - NHK Minna de Plus

A future in which more than half of elderly people living alone will reach the welfare level | | Seiichi Inagaki | Mainichi Shimbun 'Politics Premier'




◆IT/gadgets (net/software/hardware/mobile)



















X (formerly Twitter) (as expected) sued for trademark infringement (Kiyoshi Kurihara) - Expert - Yahoo! News

Signed capital and business alliance agreement with Monex Group and Monex Securities | News | NTT Docomo

First worker's compensation certification for Amazon delivery worker as a sole proprietor, compensation for absence from work as employee | Mainichi Shimbun

Amazon delivery worker wins work-related accident: ``Someone needs to act!'' Restructuring at Nissan | Mainichi Shimbun




AWS launches generative AI service “Amazon Bedrock” in Tokyo region - Cloud Watch

Mizuho and Rakuten Securities to form new company to attract online customers in spring 2024 - Nihon Keizai Shimbun

Amazon driver injured during delivery; first in Japan to be certified as work-related accident | NHK | Work style reform

Although the Labor Standards Inspection Office has not provided an explanation of the reason for the certification, the lawyer acknowledged that the Amazon app assigns the number of deliveries and routes, and that the company is under direction and supervision, such as being unable to decline the job. It is assumed that



Standard Tier - 200 GB of free internet data transfer per month | Google Cloud Official Blog

Stemming regulations start: Kakaku.com limits reviews of offered products - Nihon Keizai Shimbun

Viewing changes in the number of people waiting at QB House using Cloudflare stack - Qiita

How do attackers hide phishing sites? (Internship Experience) - NTT Communications Engineers' Blog

The truth about “Steve Jobs 1.0” (Part 2) | NHK interview notes

-I'm sure you've been interviewed countless times. Why did he readily agree to our interview in the first place?

“I was impressed that you were covering Steve Jobs’ love of Japanese culture and design, which I know all too well having worked closely with him. This is because my experience in Japan is a very important part of this.'



Pixel 8 Pro is equipped with a thermometer. I asked the person in charge why. - Mobile Watch

◆Anime/Games/Manga (Subculture)
TV anime “The story of when I went to a group date and there was no woman” special video - YouTube


Idiot - Nico Nico Douga



Movie version 'Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM' 3rd PV - YouTube


'Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM' Gunpla new product PV (NA: Soichiro Hoshi) - YouTube




TOP Aichi Anime Song Festival│Aichi Anime Song Festival

“Aichi Anime Song Festival” was scheduled to be held on October 7th (Saturday), 8th (Sunday), and 9th (Monday).
We apologize for the inconvenience, but due to a mistake on the part of the management, we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel the event on October 4th (Wednesday).



Notice of resumption of “Virtual Talent Academy” activities | Virtual Talent Academy

The material is the best, and the result is a little adventure! “Infinity Slash Dragon Quest: The Great Adventure of Dai” review! [PS5/PS4/Switch/PC/Xbox] - Absolute SIMPLE principle

What is the 'Watermelon Game' that has become popular all of a sudden? Interview with the developer about the surprising background and the possibility of smartphone porting (page 1/2) - ITmedia NEWS

It's been about 10 days since I started Monster Hunter Now, so I'm writing my impressions.

'Aichi Anime Song Festival' scheduled to be held from the 7th has been canceled at short notice | NHK Tokai News

According to the organization that manages Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park, they had not received the payment for the venue usage fee by the morning of the 4th, which was the deadline, and when they contacted the executive committee, they were informed that the event had been cancelled.



A story where the Vtuber's antis were a group of strangers and it was difficult to understand why → 'I don't know where the antis come from...' - Togetter







TV anime “Dungeon Meal” PV 1st - YouTube


Netflix series “T.P Bon (Time Patrol Bon)” will be exclusively distributed in 2024! - Doraemon Channel

'T.P Bon' special video - Netflix - YouTube


















































Broadcast in January 2024 | TV anime “Strongest Tank’s Labyrinth Strategy” Teaser PV - YouTube


TV anime 'Berserk of Gluttony' non-telop opening EverdreaM 'Jekyll & Hyde' - YouTube


TV anime “I want to be a powerful man behind the scenes! 2nd season” Non-credit opening: OxT “grayscale dominator” - YouTube


TV anime “The Rising of the Shield Hero” Playback Season 1 -Part 1- - YouTube


[Oshinoko] 'Akane Kurokawa' drawn by character designer Hirana Hirayama [Drawing Video] - YouTube


'One room, normal sunlight, with an angel.' 1st PV ｜ TV animation decided! - YouTube


TV anime 'The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 3' Firo's next preview | Episode 1 'Dark Colosseum' - YouTube


TV anime “I will survive by relying on potions!” Character PV: Francette edition - YouTube


'Gundam Metaverse Project' PV - YouTube


Minecraft Live 2023: Vote for Armadillo! - YouTube


'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III' | Multiplayer public trailer - YouTube


'Persona 3 Reload' Main character (CV. Akira Ishida) Character PV - YouTube


'SpellForce: Conquest of Eo' PlayStation®5 version release date announcement trailer - YouTube


'SIDE BULLET' - Release Trailer | PlayStation®5 - YouTube











◆Sports/Entertainment/Music/Movies (Entertainment)
[Volleyball] Babo-chan undergoes an unexpected disaster and becomes deformed under the pressure of the 2nd-ranked American player in the world - Volleyball: Nikkan Sports

'Why change it!' Kimutaku was against Johnny's name change until the end 'Kimura is still not convinced' 'One step at a time, forward!' | Bunshun Online

Korean skater lets a comeback with joy just before the goal, misses out on gold medal and military exemption Asian Games Roller Skating (1/2) - CNN.co.jp

Regarding some reports regarding our press conference | Johnny & Associates | Johnny & Associates

Regarding our company's press conference held on October 2nd, some media outlets have reported that the company had decided which reporters would be nominated and which reporters would not be nominated.

Two days before the press conference, our company had a meeting with the consulting company that commissioned the press conference regarding this matter.
At that time, the consulting company brought a list of media and there was a word 'NG' on it, so Inohara said, ``What does this mean? You have to get it right.'' The consulting company that commissioned the press conference at that time will try to guess. I answered.

All the officers who were present heard the exchange.
Therefore, no one at our company was involved in the creation of the materials that are said to have been leaked, nor did we decide which reporters should not be named.

I asked the consulting company that commissioned the press conference to properly inform them of this and apologize, but they told me that since it was a foreign company, they needed permission from my home country and that it would take time to make arrangements.
We will never make rude requests such as asking you not to guess a specific person.

We once again checked with all relevant executives and reconfirmed that no one had made such a request.

From now on, our company would like to build healthy relationships with the media and continue dialogue.

This time, even if the consulting company that commissioned the press conference did something, if we were told that we were responsible for hiring them, that would be true.I was very worried, but I would like to tell you only what I know at the moment. I will report it.

In the future, we will continue to take appropriate and appropriate measures regarding our measures to prevent recurrence of the issue of sexual assault by the late Johnny Kitagawa, compensation for victims, and initiatives related to changing our company name and establishing a new company. We are committed to fulfilling our accountability to all parties involved. We kindly ask for your understanding and continued guidance and support.



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There are doubts about the report praising Yoshihiko Inohara: ``It's just 'hypocrisy''' ``He's a dangerous person who changes things naturally'' - Johnny's: Nikkan Sports

[Lies at Johnny's 'dismantling' press conference] 'He gets angry like he's crazy and crushes him without any hesitation' 'Criticism of toxic parents' The 'real reason' Julie worsened her relationship with her mother | Bunshun Online

PR company presents a list of reporters not allowed to ask questions and Johnny's press conference on sexual assault issue - Sankei News

Reporter no-no list for press conference questions presented by PR company and Johnny & Associates | 47NEWS (Yonana News)

Johnny's no-no list at press conference 'Showed to me by PR company' | Mainichi Shimbun

The summary of Johnny's Office's response to Kyodo News' interview regarding the 'NG List' is as follows.

None of us have seen the document containing the photograph, which is said to have been prepared by a PR company.

During a meeting two days before the press conference, the list of media (brought by the PR company) said no. (Yoshihiko Inohara, president of an affiliated company) said, ``What does this mean? You absolutely have to guess.'' The PR company replied, ``We will try to hit the target in the second half, not the first half.'' All the officers present were listening.

No one from the agency was involved in the leaked materials. Really, we're not making any rude requests to not name anyone in particular. We asked all related officers once again to confirm the matter.



Former NHK Kouhaku host announcer Kazuya Matsumoto, who presided over Johnny's ``Big Storm Press Conference'', praises Kazuya Matsumoto for his fair moderation. Reporter of true story magazine also nominated - zakzak: Yukan Fuji official website

'NG' list before Johnny's office press conference, denying intention to avoid specific reporters: Asahi Shimbun Digital

'Johnny's Problem' Nippon Television's internal investigation is too blunt and topical: 'Competitive talent will not be cast' | Smart FLASH/Smafura [Kobunsha Weekly Magazine]

Press conference theory 2: Attorney Dan's office

In my experience, PR companies want to create a media list for one side and a media list for the other side, and they are perceived as a company whose job is to create such things and prepare articles. It tends to be.

However, from what I've heard, it's rare for someone to make a no-no list. If the no-no list is found out, there will be an uproar, so even if you make a mistake, you won't be allowed to bring it into the venue.

The reason why I consider the NG list itself to be NG is because I'm assuming that if I make a designated NG list, it will be an away game where I want to exclude everyone, so I think there is no point in such a thing.

To be honest, the theory is that reporters who are really no good should somehow come up with a reason to not come to a press conference, and if they do come to a press conference, they should be treated fairly.

If an NG reporter asks you a strange question, the moderator can ask a question that goes against the purpose of the press conference, and since each company has one question, you only have to answer once, and in the first place, you don't want to ask a question. They are practicing their press conferences and setting up their defense lines in order to answer questions.

If Mr. Higashiyama decided not to nominate some reporters because he judged that he could not withstand reporters Mochizuki's questions, then the scheme of making Mr. Higashiyama the president of the new company would be unreasonable in the first place. That means that.

Shouldn't they have reconsidered the compatibility between acquisition goals and the scheme?



In my experience, clients are quick to ask, ``If they don't find out, it's okay, right?'' However, this is a good teaching material that they can turn over more quickly than they think.

Compliance, as lawyers see it, is to consider and respond to the risks in the event that something is discovered.

It is quite ironic that this press conference was attended by Attorney Yamada as COO.



[Breaking news] 'Johnny's Jimusho is not involved' press conference Consulting company comments on 'NG list' issue | FNN Prime Online

Regarding some reports

Regarding the October 2nd press conference held by Johnny's Jimusho, which we were entrusted with managing, some of the press conference preparation materials have been reported in the media. This material was created by our company in order to prepare for the smooth operation of the press conference within the limited venue usage time, and was shared among the management staff. Johnny's Office has no responsibility whatsoever for creating it or sharing it with the management staff. Not involved. In addition, during the actual press conference, regardless of these materials, we asked reporters from a wide range of media to ask questions, based on the judgment of the speakers and moderators, and we received their valuable opinions.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and concern we have caused to the reporters who attended the press conference, the viewers who watched the press conference, Johnny's office, the presenter, and everyone else involved. Deeply apologize. We are very sorry. All of our employees will work together to regain everyone's trust.

FTI Consulting



[Johnny's “Sexual Assault Issue”] Self-examination as Nippon Television Conducted internal investigation based on “mass media silence” - YouTube


Johnny's ``NG List'' revealed, shifting responsibility to PR company? Discrepancies with the “accusation email” that was circulating | East Sports WEB

``Even before the NHK report, there was an atmosphere of unrest.Although I'm not sure of its authenticity, on the third day after the press conference, an email was circulating among the media accusing the press conference of ``match-fixing.'''' are people in the entertainment industry.

The email began by saying, ``I was one of the people in charge of organizing the Johnny's office press conferences on September 7th and October 2nd,'' and added, ``In order to proceed with the press conferences in the direction that Johnny's wants, I will be working with them on October 10th.'' At the second press conference, Johnny's took the lead in deciding which reporters would be nominated for the Q&A session and which reporters would not be nominated.''

The list was distributed to the management members on the morning of the day, and the seating locations of the NG reporters were shared with the host. ``We were proceeding with the press conference so that there would be minimal disadvantage to Johnny & Associates.'' The email also included images of seating charts and an operational manual regarding the order of questions.

'We failed at the first press conference on September 7th, and the sponsoring company had to reconsider the contract. There is no doubt that we could not have failed at the second press conference.' (The entertainment industry official mentioned above)



The former Johnny's office that protected the 'honmaru' and the media that applauded because they could not hear the truth | Page 2 | TABLO

●The disgusting praise of Mr. Inohara

In response to reporter Mochizuki's irregular questions, Vice President Inohara chided him by saying, ``Let's follow the rules, the children are watching,'' as mentioned above, and there were articles that seemed to raise the stock of Vice President Inohara. Ta. There was a lot of applause. I think it's probably from journalists and reporters who were irritated with reporter Mochizuki and others, but I've said it many times. This conference is the largest scale of its kind in the world, and concerns the deep-rooted issue of sexual assault. This is a crime as ugly as that of Weinstein in America or Jimmy Savile in England. And how do we deal with the victims?

It was a press conference that should demonstrate that 'sincerity.'

What did the victims think when they heard the applause? I think he was taken aback. It's not adultery or marijuana. If it is an affair, it may be resolved between the parties. Marijuana is a crime, so you should be quiet and receive the verdict after the trial. However, this is a case filed by 478 victims (what a horrifying number). Some of you may have seen the video of an adult in the 50's crying and confessing to sexual assault.

On page 24 of the report, “Effects of Sexual Assault,”
``When I tell people about my sexual assault, they make fun of me too, calling me a ``pervert'' and ``You must have been raped.'' ``I have repeated hallucinations and flashbacks,'' and ``I hyperventilate when I remember things from the past.''

We can see the poignant words of the victims that only those who lived at the time can understand. This is a press conference about how to save these people, not a place to applaud and say, ``Well said, Inocchi.'' I think the people who applauded have lost their pride as reporters and writers.

The press conference ended in just two hours, ``while adhering to the rules.'' New president Higashiyama still faces harassment allegations. Mr. Shiranase managed to escape. Julie Keiko probably won't be seen publicly in the future. There are still people in the media who do not understand the seriousness of the situation and think it is a domestic problem.

It seemed like this problem would never be resolved, just like in the US and UK. However, the tide will likely change once the meeting with the party concerned is held in public.



Nippon TV was 'more cautious than necessary' when hiring talent for a news program that was 'condescending' towards Johnny's Entertainment - Sponichi Sponichi Annex Entertainment

[Original] Leaked Johnny's press conference 'Name NG list' (Souichiro Matsutani) - Expert - Yahoo! News

Johnny's office press conference: 'NG list' for questions asked at the venue | NHK | Johnny Kitagawa's sexual assault issue

Inohara's remarks at Johnny's press conference were 'obviously tone-policing,' as pointed out by Kohei Saito, associate professor at the University of Tokyo Graduate School - Sponichi Sponichi Annex Entertainment

'This is clearly tone-policing. In short, the perpetrator, the perpetrator who broke the rules, brings up the rules, and the perpetrator who sexually assaulted the child brings up the children's names and says, 'You guys are the rules. ``Saying, ``Please protect us,'' is a way for the perpetrator to frame the pursuer,'' he said, pointing out that it was ``shifting the point.''

He also took issue with some of the reporters who applauded, saying, ``Even though the press has been complicit in covering up the crime by overly following the rules, it has amplified the damage. When I saw this scene, I felt something was wrong about how much self-reflection and remorse there was.'

The press conference was limited to two hours due to venue constraints, and only one question was allowed per company. These 'rules' may have contributed to the confusion, with Saito saying, 'Why do we have to follow those rules? If that's the case, the truth won't come out.'



Johnny's office press conference 'NG list' management company admits creation and apologizes | NHK | Johnny Kitagawa sexual assault issue

Johnny's press conference NG list creation 'FTI Consulting' is 'solutions to business risks' - Sponichi Sponichi Annex Entertainment




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