Naoy Inoue postpones world title fight after hurting hand:

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Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform

Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say

ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.

TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.

ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.

After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.

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About 1 in 4 U.S. adults over 50 say they expect to never retire, an AARP study finds

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Japan town to put up 2.5m barrier to block view of Mount Fuji: TOKYO: A huge black barrier to block Mount Fuji from view will be installed in a popular photo ...

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Quick Glance: Japanese Town Blocks View of Mt. Fuji Due to Overtourism

Fujikawaguchiko, a Japanese resort town, is overwhelmed by tourists seeking views of Mount Fuji.

Reports of tourists disregarding rules, leaving litter, and climbing roofs for better photos have led to the decision to install a barrier.

A 8-foot high, 22-yard long mesh net will obstruct the mountain view to address the situation caused by disrespectful visitors.

Japan is addressing overtourism issues by implementing measures to control unruly tourists and manage record-breaking visitor numbers.

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Biden notches another union endorsement as building trades back reelection: President Joe Biden secured another union's backing on Wednesday as the organization ...

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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable

President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.

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Bernie Sanders to Netanyahu: 'It Is Not Antisemitic to Hold You Accountable': "Please, do not insult the intelligence of the American people by attempting to ...

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16 million Californians use TikTok. Soon, it could go away. What would that mean?

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UnitedHealth says hack could impact data of 'substantial proportion' of Americans

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Hacker attacks: What China can use stolen data for: China collects personal information on Americans and other foreigners. This data on millions of people helps ...

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CNN Poll: Few think Trump is being treated the same as other defendants: As the first criminal prosecution of a former American president began just 13% ...

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‘Not only through blue eyes’: Hiroyuki Sanada on bringing ‘Shogun’ to life: Lead actor and producer of the hit FX series on his quest for authentic Japanese ...

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Revival in Japanese Stock Market Hinges on Domestic Demand Taking Hold: Japan’s stock market needs to see more domestically-oriented companies step up their game ...

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The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...

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What to Expect at the Trump Criminal Trial: The defendant is unique, but the basic structure and rhythms of the trial resemble every American prosecution.

nytimes.com/2024/04/22/nyregion/donald-trump-trial-procedures.html

Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

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Greene: Motion to vacate is coming ‘regardless of what Mike Johnson decides to do’

thehill.com/homenews/house/4609502-greene-motion-to-vacate-is-coming-regardless-of-what-mike-johnson-decides-to-do/

Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Some young people see Trump as an answer to their economic woes: Concerns about Biden's age and his support of Israel in its war against Hamas in Gaza have ...

reuters.com/world/us/chance-trump-youth-rally-see-him-answer-economic-woes-2024-04-21/

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Biden meets 4-year-old Abigail Edan, an American who was held hostage by Hamas: President Joe Biden has met at the White House with Abigail Edan ...

apnews.com/article/biden-abigail-edan-hostage-child-release-hamas-a4dd8ec2c1753730695f68dd64c6bc29

Quick Glance: Hamas Official Proposes Disarming for Two-State Solution

Hamas is open to a five-year truce with Israel and conversion to a political party if a Palestinian state is established along pre-1967 borders, a significant concession by the group committed to Israel’s destruction.

Al-Hayya expressed Hamas' willingness to join the Palestine Liberation Organization and dissolve its military wing if a sovereign Palestinian state is formed in the West Bank and Gaza.

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Old Japanese train cars get new life in Cambodia: Japanese rail diesel cars taken out of service will get a second life in Cambodia.

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Battling climate change, Japan looks to seagrass for carbon capture: On a recent Saturday, some 100 volunteers gathered on a popular beach in the Japanese port ...

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Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Passes Hideki Matsui for Most MLB Homers by a Japanese-born Player

Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Homers

Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken the record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.

During a game at Dodger Stadium, Ohtani hit an impressive homer that flew into the right field bleachers off pitcher Adrian Houser of the New York Mets.

With this homer, which was Ohtani's 176th in his six years in the MLB, he surpassed Matsui, who played the final 10 years of his 20-year pro career in North America.

Ohtani's record-breaking blast traveled 423 feet and put the Dodgers ahead 2-0. Prior to this, Ohtani had not hit a homer in seven consecutive games.

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Greene response to bipartisan criticism: ‘The American people agree with me’: Fox News anchor Maria Bartiromo on Sunday confronted Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ...

thehill.com/homenews/4609710-greene-response-to-bi-partisan-criticism-the-american-people-agree-with-me/

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Millennials Are Ready For a Four-Day Week: The overwhelming majority of American millennials want to work less and relax more, new polling shows.

newsweek.com/millennials-ready-four-day-work-week-1892191

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Shogun: A guide to the hit Japanese samurai epic as its finale cuts deep: A quick guide as the razor-sharp, critically-acclaimed samurai epic reaches its finale.

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Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline

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Easy Japanese news in translation: 15,000 people take part in Tokyo Rainbow Pride event - The Mainichi

mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2a/00m/0na/008000c

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Union leader endorsing Biden: ‘We’re not gonna waste a lot of time’ on Trump supporters

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4617991-building-trades-union-endorses-biden/

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Harris announces final rules on minimum nursing home staffing standards: The federal government is for the first time requiring nursing homes to have minimum ...

Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes

The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.

The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.

Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.

The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.

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Ukraine aid: Trump relents, now Europe must step up: The new American arms aid is a huge relief for the hard-pressed Ukraine. But no one can rely on this being ...

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Quick Glance: Ukraine Aid: Europe Must Step Up

American military aid brings relief to Ukraine, but doesn't guarantee a turnaround in the defense war.

Trump's approval remains uncertain, and political support in Washington is volatile.

Russia's structural superiority and US political volatility call for increased support for Ukraine.

Defending against Putin's imperialism becomes a long-term task - Europe needs to invest more in defense.

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MLB: Record-setting Shohei Ohtani says still striving to improve - The Mainichi: WASHINGTON (Kyodo) -- Shohei Ohtani felt he had done something special the ...

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Many think Trump being treated differently than other criminal defendants: Poll: A majority of Americans believe former President Trump is being treated ...

thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4622766-donald-trump-hush-money-trial-cnn-poll/

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Kiyoshi Kurosawa Ups the Mania In Teaser for Cloud: What a pleasure it is to see Kiyoshi Kurosawa in his Hong Sangsoo period. The typically prolific filmmaker is ...

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Today in History: First Earth Day observed: On April 22, 1970, millions of Americans concerned about the environment observed the first “Earth Day.”

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Faith Ringgold, pioneering Black quilt artist and author, dies at 93: Artist and award-winning children’s book author Faith Ringgold has died. Her daughter ...

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Roman Gabriel dies at 83. The first Filipino-American quarterback in NFL was MVP in 1969

apnews.com/article/roman-gabriel-obituary-nc-state-nfl-qb-da8608646fe7e576c32e5e05abf5d635

Quick Glance: Rams legend Roman Gabriel dies at age 83

Roman Gabriel, one of pro football's best quarterbacks during the 1960s, passed away at the age of 83, as announced by his son.

In 1962, Gabriel was the No. 1 overall pick in the AFL Draft and the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft. Opting to join the Rams instead of the Raiders proved to be a beneficial decision for the franchise.

Gabriel, along with the Rams' Fearsome Foursome defensive line, led Los Angeles to an impressive record in the '60s, including two division titles.

Despite not being in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Gabriel's career surpasses many quarterbacks in Canton, Ohio. He still holds the Rams' career record with 154 touchdown passes.

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RFK Jr. vows to put 'U.S. budget on blockchain' to increase transparency - UPI.com

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Japanese Astronaut Furukawa Wishes to ‘Pass the Baton’; Furukawa Also Expressed Desire to Help Other Japanese Astronauts Still on ISS

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Ohtani breaks record for most HRs by a Japanese player

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Clinton says Trump’s threats ‘should scare every American’: Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Americans regardless of their politics should fear the ...

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Biden is seeking higher tariffs on Chinese steel as he courts union voters: President Joe Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China ...

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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel

US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.

During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.

The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.

The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.

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Nidec faces market pressure as founder rips 'unfair' China EV war: TOKYO -- Cutthroat competition in China's electric vehicle sector has cast a shadow over ...

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Editorial: Biden should commit to presidential debates: The president owes it to the American people to commit to the debate process, no strings attached.

bostonherald.com/2024/04/22/editorial-biden-should-commit-to-presidential-debates/

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Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard unveils strawberry jam as first product: The duchess follows in the footsteps of her father-in-law, Charles ...

itv.com/news/2024-04-16/meghan-markles-american-riviera-orchard-unveils-strawberry-jam-as-first-product

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Most don’t think Trump acted illegally in hush money case: Poll: With former President Trump’s first criminal trial officially underway, most Americans don’t ...

thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4596627-most-dont-think-trump-acted-illegally-in-hush-money-case-poll/

Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial

A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.

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OJ Simpson, NFL star acquitted in ‘trial of the century’, dies aged 76: The ex-American football star was controversially acquitted of the murder of his wife and ...

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Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding

O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.

Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.

Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.

Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.

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Share Your Experience With Moving, Mortgage Rates In The US: Surveys show Americans are reluctant to move these days. Have you decided recently on a move ...

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More Americans worried about climate change, but few think Biden's climate law will help, AP-NORC poll says

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Japan’s native population declines at record rate as births plunge: Latest data shows number of Japanese nationals falling by almost 100 an hour on average ...

ft.com/content/21b8a049-c752-4450-84de-5052c8632d7c

Quick Glance: Japan’s Native Population Declines: Record Birth Plunge

Japan sees the largest decline in its native population since 1950, despite government efforts.

The total population of Japan decreased to 124.3 million in October, with 595,000 fewer residents compared to the previous year.

The country experienced a historic low in birth rates in 2023 and a high number of foreign residents.

The demographic crisis in Japan is leading to a significant imbalance in the population pyramid, raising questions about the country's social functions.

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How The American Workforce Got Hooked on Adderall: Why we just can't get enough.

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Japan is poised to fill an EV gap left by China: A new Honda facility in Canada shows that Asia’s auto industry is ready to meet North American needs.

japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/04/24/japan/japan-china-ev-gap/

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Hello Kitty turns 50. What will the next cat's meow be?: The global rise of Hello Kitty, who turns 50 this year, tracks that of Japanese culture. What, then ...

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LIVE: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addresses a joint meeting of US Congress

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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach

President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.

The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.

Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.

Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.

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How Shogun became an unlikely streaming success: Subtitled fare is mainstream these days and audiences are flocking to foreign-language shows ...

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Pakistan police kill bomber, militant to thwart attack on Japanese nationals: Police in Pakistan's southern city of Karachi shot down a suicide bomber and a ...

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How much does the ‘American dream’ cost in your state?: Dreaming of a white picket fence? It might only be a dream.

thehill.com/homenews/nexstar_media_wire/4595155-how-much-does-the-american-dream-cost-in-your-state/

Quick Glance: Cost of the 'American Dream' by State

The American Dream is expensive in every state, with Hawaii being the most costly.

In six states, the American Dream costs less than $125,000.

California and Hawaii have the largest disparities between dream-life costs and median household income.

The average U.S. mortgage rates have recently risen to their highest level in five weeks.

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Opinion | Gaza Is Biden’s War Now: The president didn’t start the war in the Middle East. But now it could define his campaign — and his legacy.

nytimes.com/2024/04/19/opinion/biden-gaza-war.html

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Melania Trump says US ‘must unite’: Melania Trump is making a pitch for unity and says the “safety” of Americans would be her prime concern if her husband ...

thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4605059-melania-trump-us-unite/

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‘We want to enjoy now’: Young Japanese choose work-life balance over notoriously long office hours

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Why 2024 is a lose-lose election: In 2024, Americans are being asked to decide between two forms of division — one with policies that will divide and the other a ...

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Iran-Israel: Attack next with weapons from North Korea?: Former US security adviser John Bolton warns against North Korean help for Iran's nuclear program ...

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