2分で読めるやさしい英語ニュース

石破首相が新人議員に商品券を配布【PM Ishiba Gave Gift Vouchers to New Lawmakers】

Prime Minister Ishiba admitted giving gift vouchers to over a dozen new LDP lawmakers. Each lawmaker received a 100,000 yen voucher before a dinner meeting.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

ライバー刺殺の動機は借金トラブルか【Was Debt Trouble Behind the Streamer’s Stabbing?】

A young woman livestreaming on a street in Tokyo was fatally stabbed multiple times. The middle-aged suspect held a grudge over a large amount of money she owed him. <!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

米ウ首脳会談が決裂【Trump-Zelensky Meeting Falls Apart】

Trump and Zelenskyy met in Washington to discuss a deal on Ukraine’s natural resources. During their discussion in front of reporters, tensions rose when Zelenskyy questioned US diplomacy.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

ミャンマー特殊詐欺に日本人も関与【Japanese Involved in Myanmar Fraud Schemes】

Myanmar is reportedly a hub for fraud rings run by Chinese syndicates. Many foreigners, including Japanese students, are forced to commit scams.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

政府が備蓄米の放出へ【Government to Release Rice Reserves】

The agriculture ministry has decided to release rice from its stockpiles. Retail rice prices have reached record highs, prompting the move.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

共和党が首都航空事故でDEIを批判【Republicans Link D.C. Air Crash to DEI】

A passenger jet and a U.S. Army helicopter collided midair near Washington, D.C. Some Republicans suspect that DEI policies promoted by Democrats caused the crash. They claim that lowered standards for air traffic controllers were to blame. <!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

フジテレビの不祥事とMeToo運動【Fuji TV Scandal and the #MeToo Movement】

Masahiro Nakai, a popular TV personality, announced his sudden retirement. He faced allegations of misconduct toward a woman, possibly a TV announcer.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

大学を9月入学にすべきか【Should Universities Switch to September Start?】

In Japan, the school year usually begins in April. However, discussions about switching to September start briefly emerged during COVID-19.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

観光と伝統の共存への取り組み【Efforts to Harmonize Tourism and Tradition】

Japanese festivals struggle to balance tradition with tourism revenue. Kyoto's Gion Festival introduced premium seating for wealthy visitors. Alcohol service caused backlash from Yasaka Shrine's chief priest.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

ディープフェイクがネット上に拡散【Deepfakes Spread Online】

Deepfakes use AI technology to create highly realistic fake images and videos. Reports show they are often misused in harmful ways around the world. Most of these videos, about 98 percent, are sexual in nature.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

日本がマイナ保険証への移行を推進【Japan Promotes Shift to My Number Health Card】

The government is combining My Number cards with health insurance cards. You must first obtain a My Number card to use this system. Then, you need to register for the health insurance card online or at medical institutions.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

オーストラリアが16歳未満のSNS利用を禁止へ【Australia to ban social media for under 16s】

The Australian Parliament passed a law banning social media for children under 16. The law requires platforms to stop underage users from accessing their services. Parents and children will not face penalties for violations.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

デジタル終活のススメ【Why You Should Consider Digital End-of-Life Planning】

"Digital end-of-life planning" is recommended to avoid trouble for your family after your passing. The National Consumer Affairs Center recommends these steps:<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

「103万円の壁」議論へ【Debating the 1.03-Million-Yen Threshold】

The Democratic Party for the People is calling for a review of the income tax threshold. The current annual income tax threshold is set at 1.03 million yen. As a result, some part-time workers reduce their working hours.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

AIとのチャット後に自殺【Suicide After Chatting with AI】

A boy in Florida took his own life with a pistol after talking with an AI chatbot. He became emotionally attached to the bot and made numerous exchanges. He gradually withdrew from the real world, isolating himself in his room. <!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

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石破首相が新人議員に商品券を配布:Q&A

今週の英語ニュースTopic「石破首相が新人議員に商品券を配布」を理解できたら、自分の意見を簡潔に表明する練習をしてみましょう。<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

ライバー刺殺の動機は借金トラブルか:Q&A

今週の英語ニュースTopic「ライバー刺殺の動機は借金トラブルか」を理解できたら、自分の意見を簡潔に表明する練習をしてみましょう。<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

米ウ首脳会談が決裂:Q&A

今週の英語ニュースTopic「米ウ首脳会談が決裂」を理解できたら、自分の意見を簡潔に表明する練習をしてみましょう。<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

ミャンマー特殊詐欺に日本人も関与:Q&A

今週の英語ニュースTopic「ミャンマー特殊詐欺に日本人も関与」を理解できたら、自分の意見を簡潔に表明する練習をしてみましょう。<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

政府が備蓄米の放出へ:Q&A

今週の英語ニュースTopic「政府が備蓄米の放出へ」を理解できたら、自分の意見を簡潔に表明する練習をしてみましょう。<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

【ホリエモン✗長谷川豊☆緊急対談】動画要約

中居正広氏の芸能界引退につながったフジテレビの「女子アナ接待問題」について、ホリエモンと長谷川豊氏(元フジテレビアナウンサー)が緊急対談した動画の要旨をまとめました。<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

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