Meta Platforms Inc. owner of Facebook and Instagram, is facing multiple lawsuits in Japan over fraudulent advertisements on its platforms. On October 29, 2024, 30 plaintiffs filed lawsuits across various Japanese district courts, seeking damages totaling approximately 435 million yen ($2.8 million). The core allegation is that Meta failed to prevent investment scams using fake …
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Sudoku Creator Maki Kaji Has Died
The origins of Sudoku can be traced back to 18th century Switzerland when mathematician Leonhard Euler developed a mathematical puzzle called “Latin Squares”. However, the modern version of Sudoku that we are familiar with today was actually invented much later by a Japanese puzzle company called Nikoli Co. Ltd in the late 1970s under the …
Sumire Nakamura: A Go Prodigy’s Journey to International Success
Sumire Nakamura: A Go Prodigy’s Journey to International Success Sumire Nakamura, a 14-year-old go prodigy, is set to transfer to South Korea, a renowned hub for go expertise. She’s excited about facing strong opponents and savoring kimchi stew. Nakamura’s decision reflects her determination to challenge herself in a higher-level setting. She has prior experience in …
The Tragic Toll of Celebrity-Linked ‘Copycat Suicides’ in Japan
In 2022, we sadly witnessed a distressing and record-breaking 514 school children taking their own lives, as reported in a government white paper. This troubling statistic raised concerns about the potential influence of media coverage on a celebrity’s suicide, contributing to the alarming rise. The figure marked an unfortunate milestone for students aged 6 to …
Pregnant Woman’s Miscarriage Linked to Plastic-Infused Cafe Beverage
In light of a recent incident, a cafe’s service of a plastic-filled drink has sparked controversy. While both the cafe’s main office and the franchise owner have accepted responsibility for the mistake, a pregnant woman in her twenties who consumed the drink tragically suffered a miscarriage. Kim, a twenty-eight-year-old woman, carries the weight of immense …