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Mamamoo Delivers '4ward' Concert in Singapore
Worldchannel-news-asia1mo ago

Mamamoo Delivers '4ward' Concert in Singapore

K-pop girl group Mamamoo, featuring Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa, staged their '4ward' concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. The performance showcased their vocal prowess, solidifying their reputation as K-pop's 'vocal queens'.

PoliticsNHK World1mo ago

16-Year-Old Indicted in Tochigi Robbery-Murder Case

Prosecutors have indicted a 16-year-old boy from Kawasaki, who was a high school student at the time of the incident, on charges including robbery and murder. He is accused of being an accomplice in a robbery that resulted in the deaths and injuries of three family members at a home in Kamimikawa Town, Tochigi Prefecture.

WhatsApp Messages Reveal Officials' Awareness of DANA Catastrophe Severity
Politicsla-vanguardia1mo ago

WhatsApp Messages Reveal Officials' Awareness of DANA Catastrophe Severity

A WhatsApp conversation between then-President Mazón and Valencia Mayor Catalá at 11:30 PM on the day of a DANA (cold drop) event, now incorporated into a judicial case, reveals that both officials assumed the catastrophe would cause 'many deaths, dozens for sure' while the emergency was still unfolding.

INC Rally Moves to Manila, Causes Road Closures and Class Suspensions
Worldinquirerphilstar2mo ago2 sources

INC Rally Moves to Manila, Causes Road Closures and Class Suspensions

The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally, which began on EDSA, moved to Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila for its third day, drawing thousands of participants. The relocation prompted road closures, class suspensions in Manila, and a heightened alert for police and disaster response teams.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Plans to Raise $1.2 Billion
Businessjapan-timeschannel-news-asia2mo ago2 sources

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Plans to Raise $1.2 Billion

Kawasaki Heavy Industries is reportedly planning to raise approximately $1.2 billion (¥200 billion) through the issuance of new shares and convertible bonds. This move aims to secure significant capital for the company.

Kawasaki Heavy and Airbus Partner on Defense Drones
Businesschannel-news-asia2mo ago

Kawasaki Heavy and Airbus Partner on Defense Drones

Kawasaki Heavy Industries is set to form a technical tie-up with Airbus to cooperate on defense drones, specifically for a Japanese variant of the Eurodrone. This collaboration aims to advance drone technology for defense purposes.

Mazón's WhatsApp Tracing Key to His Involvement in Legal Case
Politicsla-vanguardia3mo ago

Mazón's WhatsApp Tracing Key to His Involvement in Legal Case

While the TSJ (High Court of Justice) has ruled out investigating former president Mazón for omission due to his absence during the DANA event, magistrates have guaranteed his right to defense, as the tracing of his WhatsApp messages could potentially implicate him in decision-making.

Russia's Dependence on China Grows Amid Sanctions
Politicsrzeczpospolita4mo ago

Russia's Dependence on China Grows Amid Sanctions

Russia's reliance on sanctioned goods imported via China has reached 90%, indicating a growing technological and supply chain dependence on Beijing, contrary to the Kremlin's domestic production goals.

Funding Cut Impacts Punjab's Water Bodies
Politicsexpress-tribune24d ago

Funding Cut Impacts Punjab's Water Bodies

New Water and Sanitation Agencies (WASAs) in Punjab are facing challenges due to a significant funding cut, with 33 water bodies receiving reduced allocations after an initial pledge of Rs500 million was lowered.

New Wawasan Party Enters Malaysian Politics
Politicschannel-news-asia1mo ago

New Wawasan Party Enters Malaysian Politics

A new political party, Wawasan, aims to introduce a moderate and inclusive brand of politics in Malaysia, though it faces challenges in proving its relevance, particularly in upcoming state polls.

Poland's Loss of Technological Sovereignty
Businessrzeczpospolita3mo ago

Poland's Loss of Technological Sovereignty

A Polish article discusses how Poland is losing control over its technology sector, favoring foreign companies and training local talent that ultimately benefits foreign economies, raising concerns about national technological sovereignty.

Businessseeking-alpha3mo ago

Multiple Companies Announce Latest Quarterly Financial Results

Several companies, including New Found Gold, TelyRx Holdings, and Constellation Software, have released their latest quarterly financial results. These reports detail their respective GAAP EPS and revenue figures, with some beating or missing analyst expectations.

TechnologyNHK World4mo ago

Crane Counterweight Collapse at Kawasaki Steel Plant Kills Three

An industrial accident at a steel plant in Kawasaki, Japan, resulted in the death of three workers and one missing after a crane's counterweight fell during demolition. Police are investigating whether heavy machinery placed on the counterweight contributed to the incident.

Japan trans woman, 64, enjoys slow-paced life with lover, 86, wears princess dresses on dates
CultureSCMP6mo ago

Japan trans woman, 64, enjoys slow-paced life with lover, 86, wears princess dresses on dates

A 64-year-old trans woman in eastern Japan is embracing a quiet, slow-burn romance with a boyfriend 22 years her senior, often showing up to dates in princess dresses. Kuboyama, a retired information technology (IT) engineer from Kawasaki City who also goes by the name Catherine, was once known for her handsome looks and high-paying job before the sex reassignment surgery, TV Tokyo reported. She says she was drawn to women’s clothes and make-up from childhood and felt little interest in...

Police Arrest Suspects in Various Criminal Cases Across Nigeria
PoliticsDaily NationPremium Timespunch-ng+1vanguard-ng20d ago4 sources

Police Arrest Suspects in Various Criminal Cases Across Nigeria

Nigerian police have made several arrests across different states, including four individuals for alleged attempted murder and firearms possession during the Osun election, and five suspected drug dealers with illicit substances.

AFP on Red Alert as Batangas Residents Join INC Edsa Rally
Worldinquirer2mo ago

AFP on Red Alert as Batangas Residents Join INC Edsa Rally

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has placed National Capital Region (NCR) units on red alert as residents from Batangas, who had been camping at Liwasang Bonifacio, joined an Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally on Edsa. The heightened alert indicates increased security measures in response to the protest.

TechnologyNHK World4mo ago

Three Dead in Industrial Accident at Kawasaki Steel Plant

An accident at a steel plant in Kawasaki, Japan, resulted in the deaths of three workers and one missing person after five individuals fell during high-altitude crane dismantling work when a counterweight detached. Police are investigating the incident.