Sep 22, 2025 19:56:00

Headline news for September 22, 2025

The new Cup Noodle PRO High Protein, Low Carb, and Low Sodium series will be adding a new flavor, 'Curry,' starting Monday, October 6, 2025. While retaining the delicious flavor of Cup Noodle Curry, the new flavor boasts increased protein and reduced salt. The price is 259 yen (excluding tax).

'Cup Noodle PRO High Protein & Low Carb Low Salt Curry' (Released October 6th) | News Release | Nissin Foods Group
https://www.nissin.com/jp/company/news/13471/

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

A summary of basic knowledge about 'post-quantum cryptography' that the general public should know in the coming era of quantum computers - GIGAZINE

I tried playing 'Because unsolved cases must be ended' which approaches the truth of the case based on scattered testimonies from 12 years ago - GIGAZINE

Google sued over fatal accident in which a car fell off a bridge damaged by a fatal error in Google Maps - GIGAZINE

A Russian channel that boasts about gas by burning a gas stove for an extended period of time on Twitch is banned - GIGAZINE

Image generation AI users discover 'photos of their own medical records' in AI training datasets - GIGAZINE

USB memory that self-destructs if you don't lick your finger before inserting it - GIGAZINE

It turns out that a huge city was blown away and destroyed by a meteorite impact about 3,600 years ago. Is this the model for 'Sodom and Gomorrah'? - GIGAZINE

Students who don't date are less likely to develop depression and have better social skills and leadership skills - GIGAZINE

Xbox controllers to be adopted by the US military's latest nuclear submarines for cost-saving and ease of use - GIGAZINE

What is the 'simulation hypothesis' that the real world is just a simulation? - GIGAZINE

◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)

He's so bad at hiding... https://t.co/oA31Pszq52 pic.twitter.com/6hJ6Fj8bfk
— Kikuchiyo and mum (@y5_y5_san) September 18, 2025

I was standing in line at the supermarket checkout when suddenly a scary looking woman I didn't know approached me, and I froze, thinking, 'What's going on...?'

'You've bought a lot of these, haven't you? Use them. Don't be stupid.'

'Thank you, Auntie...' she whispered to me, handed me a 5% off coupon, and left.
— Grilled kelp (Mambo Mental) (@Wwmajidesorena) September 21, 2025

I happened to find a Mochiguma that seemed to have been dropped, and the real Tatami Galaxy began https://t.co/3JJZWxm9nX pic.twitter.com/EF7dM8EKVC
— Kochi (@cochi_wan) September 21, 2025

◆Science (science, learning, technology)
Does the story of Urashima Taro, which has been told for over 1,000 years, have no moral? | 3 reasons and why

◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, and business)
Tetsuya Yamagami's defense team to claim 'religious abuse' behind Abe shooting [Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shooting case]: Asahi Shimbun

28% of respondents think Takaichi is best suited to be LDP president, 24% say Koizumi is best suited to be LDP president: Asahi Shimbun

Britain and other countries recognize Palestine as a state; will this increase momentum for peace? | NHK | Israel and Palestine

At the memorial service for activist Charlie Kirk, President Trump calls for conservative unity, repeating criticism of the left | NHK | USA

War with Russia is changing Ukrainian schools: Children pilot drones, practice shooting in classrooms | NHK | Web Special | Ukraine Situation

Osaka Restoration Party loses three candidates in Osaka Settsu City Council elections, loses one candidate in Hannan City Council elections [Osaka Prefecture]: Asahi Shimbun

Democratic lawmakers denounce giant banners featuring Trump's face on federal buildings as 'authoritarian' - CNN.co.jp

[Exclusive] Two men from the drift group 'Jet Stream Attack' referred to prosecutors on suspicion of violating traffic laws while drifting | TBS News DIG

Female high school teacher in Utsunomiya suspended from work after telling student, 'From today, you're my slave' | 47NEWS

Elementary school teacher arrested on marijuana possession charges after sex shop staff reported him in Fukuoka | Mainichi Shimbun

Israeli attack on Lebanon leaves four Americans dead, including three children - CNN.co.jp

Four consumer finance companies issue opinion letter to lawyers and judicial scriveners regarding 'debt consolidation'...Failure to meet with clients: Yomiuri Shimbun

Israeli far-right minister urges West Bank annexation after West Germany recognizes Palestinian statehood - 1 photo International News: AFPBB News

Nanjo Mayor Kosha tells victim of sexual harassment to keep quiet: 'I hugged you here. Did you tell me about it?' Okinawa Mayor admits to sexual harassment last month [Audio recording available] - Ryukyu Shimpo Digital

Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to implement summer hiatus for civil engineering works in midsummer as a trial, promoting early morning and nighttime construction: Yomiuri Shimbun

◆ Lifestyle (life, living, health)
[Reprint] Kitakyushu City Council Questions on 'Halal School Lunches for Muslims' Was Quite Interesting - INVISIBLE Dojo. - QUIET & COLORFUL PLACE -

Takaya Station on the Rikuu West Line←before
after→

before 2022.5 after 2025.9 pic.twitter.com/ZMMl9rePb4
— Kairi (@Kairi_Yamagata) September 21, 2025

Good morning one day
In the ranch
Bear's~
There were footprints ~ pic.twitter.com/lCx7cDrim6
— Nibutani Farm (@nibutanifarm) September 21, 2025

The census worker came, but I'm scared because they're asking me about my family and other things even though I don't know if I'm a real person. → A former census worker explains how to check and the rules - Togetter [Togatter]

While waiting in line, I was so impressed with the tote bag of the person in front of me that I couldn't help but take a photo, but with this idea and quality, it must be a fan art piece by her sister...?!
The world is full of geniuses!!
I want to buy it!! #OsakaKansaiExpo #EXPO2025 #MyakuMyakupic.twitter.com /0zICEERjK8
— Myak's Road Yuzu (@takinomyak) September 20, 2025

When my daughter was unsure what book to buy, I gave her some serious advice: 'Buy 10 books and if one of them is interesting, it's a good buy,' 'Sometimes it becomes interesting after a few years,' and 'Dad bought over 1 million yen worth of boring books.' - Togetter

\ Akaishi Pass is now passable❗/

Long-term traffic restrictions on the Kamiiida Prefectural Route have been lifted, making it possible to pass through from Takagi Village to Kamimura via the Akaishi Tunnel.

This will make it easier to access Toyamago on motorcycles and bicycles under 125cc, which cannot use the San'en Minami-Shindo Expressway. pic.twitter.com/WU6dMUq5rb
— Sanen Nanshin Public Relations Office (@sanen_nanshin_R) September 21, 2025

It looks like it's about time pic.twitter.com/UlnqhcC5Od
— Aiueo (@d4f_sg) September 21, 2025

◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
Apple's Senior Vice President Discusses 'Excessive EU Regulation' and Concerns Over Japan's New Smartphone Law - Impress Watch

Toyoake City, Aichi Prefecture, passes ordinance for all residents restricting smartphone use to two hours per day, excluding work, study, and housework | NHK | IT & Internet

Aichi Prefecture's Toyoake City Council passes smartphone ordinance, the first of its kind in Japan to apply to all residents | Mainichi Shimbun

Docomo Announcement: [Apology] Regarding the issue of difficulty activating eSIMs that occurred on September 19th | Announcement | NTT Docomo

DOCOMO will confirm the details of the refund and provide a refund to affected customers, including excluding the applicable administrative fee from their monthly bill.

Keeping young engineers challenged. Ruby Programming Contest for Junior and Senior High School Students. Restart! - Findy Engineer Lab

36 people arrested for selling 'toy' guns, many uncollected, some resold online: Asahi Shimbun

◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)
Shadow Legend RTA 7 minutes 45 seconds - Niconico Video

The criminal becomes embarrassed when the contents of his crime warning are teased - Niconico Video

Vlog of an airline that underestimated everything [Microsoft Flight Simulator] - Niconico Video

[Information ban lifted]

New anime production confirmed!!
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The New Prince of Tennis U-17 WORLD CUP
🔥🎾Finals Team Selection Match🎾🔥

This film depicts the heated battle within the Japanese national team as they decide on the members who will play in the U-17 World Cup final against Spain!

Stay tuned for more updates!
#NewTennisU17WorldCup #FinalMemberSelectionGamepic.twitter.com /xlzgHmX2vt
— Anime 'The New Prince of Tennis' Official (@shintenianime) September 21, 2025

◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
[Free main video] [Trailer] Movie 'F1® / F1' digital distribution - YouTube

BD/DVD/Digital [Trailer] 'Final Dead Blood' 10.22 Digital Distribution/Blu-ray & DVD Release - YouTube

Special video for the movie 'One Battle After Another' (Ultimate Visual Experience Edition) | Released on Friday, October 3, 2025 - YouTube

BD/DVD/Digital [Trailer] 'Superman' Now Available Digitally / 11.19 Blu-ray & DVD Release - YouTube

Five Nights at Freddy's 2 US Trailer (Subtitled) [Released nationwide on Friday, January 23, 2026!] - YouTube

Hayashiya Pei 'I'm the hot topic' makes people laugh at the vaudeville show 'Actually...' He also reveals the real reason for the fire, which was not caused by a candle - Entertainment: Nikkan Sports

On my way to the World Athletics Championships, I saw a foreigner in distress at the station, so I stopped by and asked him if he was okay. We were both heading to the National Stadium, so we decided to join him, even after our transfers. On the way, I discovered a surprising truth. - Togetter

[First team] vs Hiroshima
Tokyo Dome

To celebrate 'NTV G+TAS Day,' Nippon Television announcer Igarashi Nika appeared at the opening ceremony!

Coach Tetsuya Utsumi, who was watching the bullpen, praised her pitching style, calling it 'the best pitching technique ever by a female announcer!' #NewBreath #Giants @Gtasu @nflclubofficial pic.twitter.com/EECMfvWcvl
— Yomiuri Giants (@TokyoGiants) September 20, 2025

◆New products (clothing, food, shelter)
'PREMIUM Yame Matcha Ice Cream Buns' New Release from October 20th | Marunaga & Co., Ltd.

'Doutor Caramel Cafe Latte' New Release | Kyodo Dairy Co., Ltd. Meito/Agricultural Cooperative Series