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20 Agosto 2026

U.N. Chief “Seriously Concerned” over U.S. Sanctions on ICC Head

New York, Aug. 19 (Jiji Press)–U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is “seriously concerned” about U.S. sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane, U.N. spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said Wednesday. The United Nations regards The Hague-based court as “a key pillar of international criminal
20 Agosto 2026

Teacher Teams Rally to Reopen Quake-Hit Kumamoto Schools

Uki, Kumamoto Pref., Aug. 20 (Jiji Press)–Teams of teachers mobilized from across Japan are supporting schools in the southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto, which was hit by a powerful earthquake last month, before they reopen after the summer break. Drawing on their past
20 Agosto 2026

Japanese Brokers Hold Financial Education Events for Kids

Tokyo, Aug. 20 (Jiji Press)–Major Japanese securities companies are providing elementary school students with opportunities to learn about the economy and financial systems during the summer holiday period. At an event held by SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. at its branch in Tokyo’s
20 Agosto 2026

Japanese Brokers Hold Financial Education Events for Kids

Tokyo, Aug. 20 (Jiji Press)–Major Japanese securities companies are providing elementary school students with opportunities to learn about the economy and financial systems during the summer holiday period. At an event held by SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. at its branch in Tokyo’s
19 Agosto 2026

Japan, Saudi Arabia Vow to Ensure Safe Hormuz Passage

Tokyo, Aug. 19 (Jiji Press)–Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and his Saudi Arabian counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud, on Wednesday agreed on the importance of ensuring free and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz without additional costs. In their strategic
19 Agosto 2026

Colombia: earthquake, death toll rises to 312

(Adnkronos) – The official death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10 has risen to 312 dead and 4,380 injured. 290 people are still missing, according to updated data released by the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management
19 Agosto 2026

Japan Crown Prince, Crown Princess Arrive in Paraguay

Tokyo, Aug. 19 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko arrived in Asuncion, the capital of Paraguay, on Wednesday morning for an official visit to the South American country. The Crown Prince and the Crown Princess are slated to attend
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