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Mason County Contract Mail Carrier Pleads Guilty to Vehicle Smuggling Scheme | USAO-WDWA
Tacoma - A 48-year-old resident of Mason County, Washington, pleaded guilty today in US District Court in Tacoma to three federal crimes related to a smuggling scheme and possession of child pornography , announced interim US lawyer Tessa…
On reproductive rights, the United States continues to fall behind
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As a result of a total effort by feminist and women's groups, the Supreme Court of Mexico ruled that laws criminalizing abortion are unconstitutional on September 7. This decision marks a major turning…
Japanese companies turn to paper products to reduce plastic waste
TOKYO (Kyodo) - A number of Japanese companies have recently turned to paper as a greener alternative to plastic products, from water-resistant cardboard boxes to small hangers.
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Reviews | Religious beliefs and abortion laws
The Bible teaches us that in an ideal world, "mercy and truth meet, justice and peace are embraced." Instead, Texas has become the barometer of a world where justice spits on mercy. We can and must do better.Rosemary C. McDonoughNarberth,…
Japanese prime minister’s candidates differ on same-sex women’s rights issues
TOKYO, Sept. 18 (Reuters) - Candidates for Japan's next prime minister all said they would have better policies to tackle the pandemic and narrow the income gap during Friday's televised debates, but they were divided on diversity issues,…
These warships leave Japan after more than two decades abroad
US Navy warships John S. McCain and Curtis Wilbur relocate to new home ports on the west coast after more than two decades of advanced deployment in Japan, the Navy announcement this week.John S. McCain has been based with the U.S. 7th…
The problem of the Kuril Islands as a sticking point between Russia and Japan
The problem of territorial sovereignty over the Southern Kuril Islands or the territorial dispute between Russia and Japan has not been resolved since the end of World War II and remains as it is until today, writes Alex Ivanov,…
Cyprus recovers 18th-century church doors looted in Japan
The Orthodox Church of Cyprus officially took charge on Thursday of two richly decorated 18th-century doors stolen from a church in the north of the ethnically divided island and recovered from a Japanese art school after a long legal…
Alex Murdaugh shooting: a former client accused of “assisted suicide”
Alex Murdaugh, the prominent South Carolina lawyer whose wife and son were shot dead in June, has asked a former client to kill him this month so his other son can collect insurance payment $ 10 million but survived a bullet to the head,…
Why it’s not always what it seems
A selection of Japanese whiskey
Photo, courtesy of Liam McNulty
Over the past decade, Japanese whiskey has been one of the most preforming sectors of the international whiskey market. Between 2010 and 2019, US…
US warship sails near man-made islet in South China Sea, flouting new Chinese law
The US Navy sailed a warship on Wednesday near a Chinese-controlled island in the disputed South China Sea for the first time since Beijing began implementing a law requiring foreign ships to give notice before entering the waters it…
Lesson is lost in coverage of immigrant death
Since Ratnayake Liyanage Wishma Sandamali's death in a Nagoya detention center on March 6, the Japan Immigration Service Agency has come under heavy criticism for the way it allowed the 33-year-old Sri Lankan to perish in detention…
How are damages calculated in patent infringement cases? – Intellectual property
Not only does patent infringement prevent individual innovation, but when it occurs unhindered on a large scale, it also puts entire markets in ownership patterns. If your rights as an inventor are violated in this way, you can bring an…
Japan investigates deaths of two men days after Moderna shooting
TOKYO - Two men in their 30s have died days after being given a dose of Moderna Inc. vaccine from a batch that was later withdrawn, but it is not known whether there was a causal link, it said on Saturday. Japanese Ministry of Health.
Japan…
G7 leaders issue statement on Afghanistan
Leaders of the Group of Seven industrialized democracies called for respect for international human rights law in Afghanistan. They urged all parties to work in good faith to form a representative government.…
China puts continuous consent at the center of data protection law • The Register
China has passed a law that the authorities say "further improves" existing provisions on the protection of personal data.
The new "Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China" comes into force on November 1, 2021…
Virus response minister warns of tougher measures
The Japanese minister in charge of the coronavirus response suggested the government could introduce more stringent measures to fight infections under current law.
Economic Revitalization Minister Nishimura…
Hawaii paycheck protection fraud case is a snapshot of widespread abuse
It will be many years before government officials know the extent of federal pandemic assistance poorly obtained by businesses in Hawaii and across the country.
This is the expectation shared recently by a regulator overseeing the integrity…
China’s anti-sanctions law, a new headache for international banks in Hong Kong
Hong Kong - China's plan to extend its anti-sanctions law to Hong Kong is a new compliance headache for international banks already caught in the deterioration of relations between Beijing and the major Western powers, analysts and…
Discount on COVID vaccine for customers caught in restaurants, hotels
Restaurants, hotels and even wedding venues have started offering discounts to customers fully vaccinated against the coronavirus as part of efforts to revive the economy after the pandemic.
While the efforts may…
Nagasaki celebrates 76th anniversary of atomic bombing
Nagasaki marked the 76th anniversary of the US atomic bombing of the Japanese city on Monday, its mayor urging Japan, the United States and Russia to do more to eliminate nuclear weapons.
In his speech at Nagasaki Peace Park,…
Former Shelby County Deputy District Attorney, several former MPD employees indicted in TBI…
MEMPHIS, Tennessee - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said a year-long investigation led to the indictment of a former Shelby County Assistant Attorney General, three former Memphis Police Department employees, of a lawyer…
‘Let go of the illusion. You will never see this day again! Chinese FM criticizes West for…
Photo: fmprc.gov.cn Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday warned the United States and Japan to "abandon the illusion" of bringing Hong Kong back to chaos, refuting their remarks on issues related to the…
Springsteen makes Olympic debut and failed to qualify
KAMIYOGA - Jessica Springsteen hasn't had a chance to go solo in Tokyo.Maybe she will do better with a group.The daughter of famous rocker Bruce Springsteen and his wife E Street Band, Patti Scialfa, failed to advance to the Olympic…
United States National Football Team Players Appeal Equal Pay Trial Decision
In May 2020, Judge Gary Klausner ruled that there was no basis to prove the players' claims that the American Football Federation (USSF) financially discriminated against women based on their gender.Klausner said women play more games and…
Markets likely to be volatile; HUL, Bajaj Auto, Biocon in focus
MUMBAI: Markets are expected to be volatile on Thursday as SGX trends suggest a positive opening in Indian benchmarks. Indian markets were closed for trading on Wednesday.
Asian stocks climbed…
Japan Reports ‘Sense of Crisis’ About Taiwan – That’s Why It’s Worried…
In recent weeks, Japan has signaled a significant foreign policy shift that could have security implications in the Asia-Pacific region.
the last from Japan defense white paper, released last week, for the first time directly referred…
Typhoon ends consecutive presence of Chinese ships near Senkakus
The Senkaku Islands off the coast of Okinawa Prefecture can be seen in this archive photo taken in October 2011. (Pool photo)
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Lancaster and Japanese city team up for historic hydrogen pact
Lancaster has partnered with a landmark “sister city” deal with Namie, Japan, in which the two cities agree to use hydrogen as a green energy strategy.
Lancaster Mayor Rex Parris and his counterpart Kazuhiro Yoshida signed the “Smart Sister…
Two Americans face prison sentences in Japan for helping ex-Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn escape
Tokyo court sentenced US father and son to prison terms accused of helping former Nissan president Carlos Ghosn escape in Lebanon pending trial in Japan.
Michael Taylor was sentenced to two years in prison on Monday, while his…
Analysis: “Shuttle Diplomacy Gone Bad”: How the Japanese investment star got embroiled…
Hiromichi Mizuno, Executive Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer of the Government Pension Investment Fund in Japan and Co-Chair of the Global Capital Markets Advisory Council for the Milken Institute, speaks at the 22nd Annual…
Japan’s Olympic security balance leaves few satisfied
Ailing businesses have been forced to temporarily close around Olympic venues. Olympic visitors have been ordered to install invasive apps and enable GPS tracking. Guards line hotels to prevent participants from coming into…
US sanctions Chinese authorities, warns companies against Hong Kong – sources
WASHINGTON, July 15 (Reuters) - The United States to impose sanctions on a number of Chinese officials on Friday following Beijing's crackdown on democracy in Hong Kong, and warns international companies operating there against…
Medical group authorizes uterus transplants to give birth
A committee of the Japan Association of Medical Sciences released a report on July 14 that paved the way for uterine transplants, a rare procedure that faces obstacles.
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China sends ships to Senkaku Islands after Japan names country as top security threat
A fleet of four Chinese Coast Guard vessels sailed the territorial waters off the disputed Senkaku Islands on Wednesday, after Japan's Defense Ministry stressed that China was the most pressing national security threat in the country in an…
MUFG to launch asset-backed security tokens with Nomura, SBI – Ledger Insights
MUFG Trust announced on Friday that it intends to use its blockchain-based Progmat security token platform to issue asset-backed securities (ABS). The tokens will involve real estate with Kenedix as the real estate asset manager. SBI…
Commentary: Japan was right to keep hosting the Olympics
LONDON: After being postponed from 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tokyo Olympics are approaching their opening on July 23 amid a chorus of doom. The Japanese and foreigners are planning or even demanding the event…
Poorly stacked soil seen behind a deadly mudslide in central Japan
This photo, taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 6, 2021, shows the site of a massive mudslide triggered by torrential rains in the spa town of Atami, in central Japan's Shizuoka Prefecture, with the arrow pointing to the!-->…
Cabinet approves memorandum on cooperation between India and Japan
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Update: 08 Jul 2021 21:14 STI
New Delhi , July 8 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved a Memorandum of…
Nishimura wins the Japan Post GC
Akihiko Paul Isohata
Nishimura & Asahi hired Akihiko Paul Isohata, the former general manager and senior manager of Japan Post, as an advisor. He specializes in the practice of dispute resolution and risk management,…
Japan, Australia strengthen defense relations, says Japanese ambassador
Sydney - Japan's ambassador to Australia expressed hope for increased defense cooperation between Tokyo and Canberra, saying the two countries must work together to prevent the Indo-Pacific from becoming a "lawless jungle" .In an…