Power outages affect over 45,000 homes after recent earthquake in Japan

Power outages affect over 45,000 homes after recent earthquake in Japan

After a 7.5 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan’s central Ishikawa prefecture on Monday, approximately 45,700 households are experiencing power outages, as reported by the Hokuriku Electric Power company on Tuesday. ALSO READ: Earthquake shakes Los Angeles on New Year’s day … Continue reading Power outages affect over 45,000 homes after recent earthquake in Japan

Japan implements revised law facilitating deportation of failed asylum seekers

Japan implements revised law facilitating deportation of failed asylum seekers

Japan has passed a new immigration law that permits the government to deport unsuccessful asylum seekers, despite opposition from various parties and human rights organizations. Previously, applicants could remain in Japan throughout the decision process, regardless of the number of … Continue reading Japan implements revised law facilitating deportation of failed asylum seekers

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida narrowly avoids 'smoke bomb' attack ahead of upcoming election

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida narrowly avoids ‘smoke bomb’ attack ahead of upcoming election

During a visit to the port city of Wakayama, Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, was abruptly interrupted when a sudden explosion occurred during his speech. A suspect from the crowd was believed to have hurled a “smoke bomb” that caused … Continue reading Japanese Prime Minister Kishida narrowly avoids ‘smoke bomb’ attack ahead of upcoming election