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Filipino intern in Japan gets life for murdering 2 Cambodian roommates

FILE PHOTO A Japanese court has sentenced a Filipino technical intern to life in prison, as sought by prosecutors, for murdering two Cambodian technical interns with whom he shared an apartment near Tokyo in 2022. Handing down the ruling at the Chiba …

After nearly seven years, Japanese national gets ₹75,000 compensation for 19-day jail term in Bengaluru

Nearly seven years after arriving in Bengaluru to study English but instead finding himself entangled in a criminal case, an alleged police bribery and a prolonged legal battle, Japanese national Hirotoshi Tanaka has finally received ₹75,000 in …

It’s Not Just Delaney. Immigration Jails Have Had Hundreds of Hunger Strikes.

Truthout is a vital news source and a living history of political struggle. If you think our work is valuable, support us with a donation of any size. When Dilmer “Loba” Lovos Mendez learned about the protests inside the Dilley Detention Center in Texas, …

Locked up in luxury at the new Hoshinoya Nara Prison hotel

Nara – Wherever you roam within Nara’s newest luxury hotel, it’s impossible to forget that you’re living the high life where countless figures from the not-too-distant past were incarcerated. The physical structure of the Hoshinoya Nara Prison hotel is as …

Japanese Female Novelist and Communist (Miyamoto Yuriko)

Japanese Female Novelist and Communist (Miyamoto Yuriko) Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Japanese novelist and short-story writer Miyamoto Yuriko (1899–1951) could easily have disappeared into the comfortable conformity expected of a woman born into …

He came to learn English but taught police a lesson: The Japanese Hirotoshi’s Bengaluru tale

For 19 days in 2019, Hirotoshi Tanaka was among the inmates at the overcrowded Bengaluru Central Prison. He watched prisoners gambling and smoking, and slept on the floor beneath a bed. He went to a church inside the jail and found an unlikely friend in a …

OPINION: Japan must end murky dual diplomacy in Myanmar, prioritize aid over China

TOKYO - In Myanmar, a pro-military government was established in April this year following a general election orchestrated by the military, which had staged a coup in 2021. This is not democratization but rather military rule in which the army has simply …

Tokyo prosecutors seek six-year term in case involving Thai girl

Tokyo District Court is due to deliver its ruling on 15 September in the case of Masayuki Hosono, the former operator of a Tokyo massage parlour who faces charges including a child welfare law violation. Prosecutors have requested a six-year prison term …

Teen sentenced to life in prison over leading role in fatal 2024 Hokkaido group assault

A Japanese court on Friday sentenced a 19-year-old man to life imprisonment over a fatal group assault and robbery of a university student in the city of Ebetsu, Hokkaido, in a case prosecutors said he played a leading role in carrying out. The Sapporo …

SK Hynix employee sentenced to 18 months for leaking chip technology to Chinese firm

A Seoul High Court upheld the prison sentence for a former worker who printed and photographed sensitive CMOS image sensor documents, reflecting South Korea's intensifying crackdown on semiconductor espionage. A former SK Hynix employee will serve 18 …

Bitget Ends Japan Crypto Services Ahead of Stricter Regulations

Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Hong Kong News once a month in your Inbox Bitget is ending its cryptocurrency trading services for residents of Japan, citing efforts to comply with the country’s evolving regulatory framework. The move follows …

Why Japan’s elderly keep going back to prison

Justice beyond prison walls

.The writer holds a PhD in Sustainable Development and an LLM from Singapore Management University. He can be reached at [email protected] Pakistan's overcrowded prisons are not merely a correctional challenge; they are a reflection of …

Japan to raise bar for permanent residency with stricter income, pension, and language thresholds

閱讀中文版本 The proposed changes would also raise the residency and marriage requirements for spouses of Japanese nationals and permanent residents seeking permanent residency. Japan’s Immigration Services Agency has unveiled proposed changes to tighten …

Can New Law End Outflow of Japanese Agricultural Brands?

The Plant Variety Protection and Seed Act saw its first revision in six years at a special Diet session in July 2026. That comes amid a flood of illicit exports of new Japan-developed agricultural varietals and widespread cultivation overseas of plants …

The real reasons '90s retro game hardware was obsessed with transparent casing

If you grew up in the 1990s, you’ll probably remember a trend of console manufacturers churning out special transparent editions of its hardware. The Nintendo 64 is one that many people have fond memories of, as it came in a range of colours, but others …

Down with the death penalty?

A series of grisly murders has reignited one of the country's most enduring and divisive public debates: whether the death penalty remains necessary to protect society or whether the justice system should instead focus on improving law enforcement, …

Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan returning to Ireland in high-security operation

The Irish government jet carrying suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan has departed Dubai for Dublin. The 49-year-old was arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in April and is being extradited to the Republic of Ireland to face a charge of directing a …

Don’t legitimize Myanmar’s generals 38 years after 8888

Benedict Rogers for UCA News The people of Myanmar mark the 38th anniversary of one of the bloodiest crackdowns by the military dictatorship on peaceful pro-democracy demonstrators in the country’s history. The tragedy is that almost four decades on, after …

MADRID COURT RULES AEDAS HOMES (NEINOR) BREACHED CONTRACTS AND ACTED IN BAD FAITH — €1.18MN AWARDED TO DEFRAUDED BUYERS

A Madrid court found AEDAS Homes (Neinor) falsely advertised sea views at Vanian Gardens, ordering €1.18MN in damages to buyers. AEDAS has appealed. MADRID, MALAGA, SPAIN, August 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Madrid court has issued Sentence N …

TRIBUNAL DE MADRID DECLARA QUE AEDAS HOMES (NEINOR) INCUMPLIÓ CONTRATOS Y ACTUÓ DE MALA FE — 1,18 MN € A LOS COMPRADORES

Un tribunal de Madrid confirma que AEDAS Homes (Neinor) publicitó falsamente vistas al mar en Vanian Gardens y otorga 1,18 MN € a los compradores. MADRID, MALAGA, SPAIN, August 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Un tribunal de Madrid ha dictado la …

Silver Atlas Review of 50 Law Firm Marketing Case Studies Finds Only 6% Disclose Cost Per Signed Case

Silver Atlas analysis finds lead metrics are common, but only 3 of 50 public case studies publish acquisition cost at the signed-case level. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, August 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Silver Atlas has published a review of 50 public law …

Peck Law Group Calls Attention to Elder Abuse Risks Facing America’s Growing Senior Population

California Advocate Steven Peck, Esq. Urges Families to Recognize the Warning Signs Before Another Loved One Becomes a Victim LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- America is growing older. Every day, thousands …

Rivas & Associates Issues Know Your Rights Guidance for Families After Fatal ICE Traffic Stops

Rivas & Associates, an immigration law firm, is offering Know Your Rights guidance for families who may be stopped by police or immigration officers. TULSA, OK, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rivas & Associates, an …

McHan Offers Court-Appointed Neutral Services for Central Valley Divorce Cases

Former appraiser brings valuation background to contested property sales in San Joaquin County STOCKTON, CA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family law attorneys frequently reach an impasse when divorcing parties cannot agree on how …

Marshall & Taylor PLLC Adds Attorney Linda Yager to Family Law Team

Family law attorney Linda Yager joins Marshall & Taylor PLLC, bringing courtroom and appellate experience to the firm's family law practice. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marshall & Taylor PLLC has …

Mediate UK Opens Legal Aid Funded Family Mediation and Launches Free Eligibility Checker

From Monday 10th August 2026, families in England and Wales can access legal aid mediation with Mediate UK, and check free online whether they qualify. BRACKNELL, BERKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mediate UK is now …

Gulf Sextortion Cases Rise: Female-Led Firm Offers Discreet Content Removal for UAE, Dubai and Saudi Arabia

The world's first female-led content removal firm Leak Content Removal offers discreet DMCA and reputation services to UAE, Dubai, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, August 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Digital …

Fabris McIver & Durvin Releases New Estate Planning Guide for Nanaimo and British Columbia Residents

New estate planning resource provides practical information re: wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, probate & estate law in British Columbia. NANAIMO, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nanaimo …

DeBofsky Law: Four Decades of Recovering Benefits for Clients, Regardless of Economic Conditions

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DeBofsky Law, a national firm that represents people denied disability, life, and ERISA-governed insurance benefits, marks four decades of recovering benefits for claimants across …

An Art Auction Can Be Riskier Than a Bank, According to New Compliance Report by PROTEGRA

A single art sale or property deal can carry more laundering risk than thousands of bank transfers — and most companies aren't prepared. WARSAW, POLAND, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A single painting sold at auction can be a bigger …

StarCompliance Launches 2026 Global Compliance Benchmark Study Webinar Series

ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- StarCompliance, a global provider of employee and firm compliance technology solutions, announced the launch of its 2026 Global Compliance Benchmark Study Webinar Series, a three-part …

U.S. District Court Rules South Dakota’s Specialty-Advertising Rule Unconstitutional

Federal court strikes down state restrictions, upholding First Amendment rights for implant dentists and protecting truthful advertising for consumers. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carolina Hernandez, …

Zion Defense Group Launches New Website Featuring Modern Design, Improved Mobile Experience, and Expanded Service Info

A faster, mobile-friendly website with expanded service information makes it easier to explore Zion Defense Group’s customized security solutions. CLEMMONS, NC, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zion Defense Group is pleased to …

California Court Appoints Stephen J. Donell as Receiver Over Cryptocurrency Assets, Case No. FLHE1900826

On 07/01/26, the Riverside Superior Court appointed Stephen Donell as Interim Receiver to secure digital wallets and cryptocurrency in Knox v. Knox. RIVERSIDE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- July 6, 2026 / …

Stand Up for Science Hosting NSF Rapid Response Workshop for Writing Effective Public Comments

Drop in “office hours” will be held to facilitate public commenting on National Science Foundation’s proposed changes on Federal Register WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday, August 14, Stand Up for …

Armada Law Injury Attorneys Donates 20 Stocked Backpacks to Support United Way of Greenville County's School Campaign

Greenville-based personal injury firm contributes $2,000 in school supplies to help Greenville County students start the school year ready to learn. GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Armada Law Injury Attorneys …

NCAA Five-Year Eligibility Gives Athletes More Time, but Not More Security, K Altman Law Warns

More NCAA eligibility doesn't guarantee roster security. Athletes face legal, financial, and career risks many never see coming. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The NCAA’s new Division I eligibility …

Labarna AI Founder Steven Foster Named Cover Feature of Bizpreneur Middle East

Labarna AI founder Steven Foster featured on the cover of Bizpreneur Middle East August 2026, detailing Ghost Architecture and 47-claim Agentic Payment Protocol DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, August 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Labarna AI by TFSF …