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[Breaking News]Prudential Life Insurance apologizes over defrauding of clients

TOKYO, Japan, Jan. 23 Kyodo - Prudential Life Insurance Co. President Kan Mabara bows in apology at a press conference in Tokyo on Jan. 23, 2026, after around 100 of its employees and former employees were found to have improperly borrowed or defrauded clients out of some 3.1 billion yen ($19.5 million). (Kyodo)

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Prudential Life Insurance apologizes over defrauding of clients

Prudential Life Insurance Co. President Kan Mabara (far R) bows in apology at a press conference in Tokyo on Jan. 23, 2026, after around 100 of its employees and former employees were found to have improperly borrowed or defrauded clients out of some 3.1 billion yen ($19.5 million).

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Prudential Life Insurance apologizes over defrauding of clients

Prudential Life Insurance Co. President Kan Mabara (R) bows in apology at a press conference in Tokyo on Jan. 23, 2026, after around 100 of its employees and former employees were found to have improperly borrowed or defrauded clients out of some 3.1 billion yen ($19.5 million).

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Prudential Life Insurance apologizes over defrauding of clients

Prudential Life Insurance Co. President Kan Mabara holds a press conference in Tokyo on Jan. 23, 2026, after around 100 of its employees and former employees were found to have improperly borrowed or defrauded clients out of some 3.1 billion yen ($19.5 million).

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Japan: Massive Crowding at Stations After Knife Scare on Saikyo Line

17-year-old boy was arrested on Friday, January 23, following reports of a man armed with a knife on a Saikyo Line train in Tokyo’s Kita Ward. While no injuries were reported, several train lines were suspended, forcing some passengers to walk along the tracks and causing massive crowding at stations as commuters were left stranded.

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Japan: Teen Arrested Over Knife on Tokyo Train as Passengers Evacuate onto Tracks

A 17-year-old boy was arrested on Friday, January 23, following reports of a man armed with a knife on a Saikyo Line train in Tokyo’s Kita Ward. While no injuries were reported, several train lines were suspended, forcing some passengers to evacuate onto the tracks and walk to the nearest station.

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US: Winter Storm Triggers Snow Emergencies in Parts of Ohio

A blast of winter weather hit Ohio on Monday, January 19, prompting snow emergencies in some counties.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 2

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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AVE Train Traffic Suspended In Madrid - Spain

Dozens of people queuing at the Renfe offices at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station, 18 January 2026, in Madrid (Spain). At least seven dead and 25 seriously injured have been found after the derailment at around 19.45 hours this Sunday, 18 January, of a train carrying some 300 people and covering the Malaga-Puerta de Atocha route on the turnouts at the entrance to track 1 of the Adamuz station (Cordoba), which caused it to invade the adjacent track. The movement of high-speed trains is still suspended. Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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AVE Train Traffic Suspended In Madrid - Spain

Dozens of people queuing at the Renfe offices at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station, 18 January 2026, in Madrid (Spain). At least seven dead and 25 seriously injured have been found after the derailment at around 19.45 hours this Sunday, 18 January, of a train carrying some 300 people and covering the Malaga-Puerta de Atocha route on the turnouts at the entrance to track 1 of the Adamuz station (Cordoba), which caused it to invade the adjacent track. The movement of high-speed trains is still suspended. Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Train Collision In Southern Spain

A relative of one of the passengers on the train from Puerta de Atocha to Huelva attends to the media at the Huelva train station. On 19 January 2026, in Huelva (Andalusia, Spain).The death toll has risen to 21, as confirmed to Europa Press by sources familiar with the emergency services, following the derailment at around 7.45 p.m. on Sunday, 18 January, of an Iryo 6189 train carrying some 300 people and travelling on the Málaga-Puerta de Atocha route, which occurred on the turnouts at the entrance to track 1 of Adamuz station (Córdoba), which caused the vehicle to invade the adjacent track. In addition, at least 25 people have been injured, according to the Servicio de Emergencias 112 Andalucía on its social networks, consulted by Europa Press.[][] Photo by Clara Carrasco/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Train Collision In Southern Spain

The mayoress of Huelva, Pilar Miranda (c), with relatives of the passengers on the train from Puerta de Atocha to Huelva. On 19 January 2026, in Huelva (Andalusia, Spain).The death toll has risen to 21, as confirmed to Europa Press by sources familiar with the emergency services, following the derailment at around 19.45 hours this Sunday, 18 January, of an Iryo 6189 train carrying some 300 people and travelling on the Málaga-Puerta de Atocha route, which occurred on the turnouts at the entrance to track 1 of Adamuz station (Córdoba), which caused the vehicle to invade the adjacent track. In addition, at least 25 people have been injured, according to the Servicio de Emergencias 112 Andalucía on its social networks, consulted by Europa Press.[][] Photo by Clara Carrasco/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 7

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 6

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 5

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 4

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 2

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 3

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

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US: Wintry Weather, Reduced Visibility Impact Pennsylvania

Cold, wintry weather affected much of Pennsylvania on Thursday, January 15, as snow showers and gusty winds moved across the state. Winter Weather Advisories were issued for parts of western and northern Pennsylvania, where snow accumulations of several inches were reported, including areas influenced by lake-effect snow. Slick roads and reduced visibility caused travel disruptions in some communities.

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US: Wintry Weather Brings Snow Bursts and Gusts, Impacting Western NC Commute

A sudden burst of snow and gusty winds triggered school closures and significant travel delays across Western North Carolina on Thursday, January 15. The wintry weather severely complicated the morning commute, as blowing snow and icy roads created hazardous driving conditions throughout the Asheville area. Some areas saw rapid snow accumulation and slick surfaces, leading to several reported traffic incidents.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect 2

Snow squall warnings were issued Wednesday morning, January 14 across parts of the Chicago area, bringing brief but intense snowfall, whiteout conditions, and strong winds that created hazardous travel conditions. The fast-moving squalls led to slick roads, reduced visibility, and flight disruptions at O’Hare Airport, where departures were temporarily grounded and delays averaged nearly an hour. Some areas reported up to two inches of snow in under two hours, while lake-effect snow is expected to continue affecting parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday

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US: Hundreds Rally in Los Angeles in Support of Iranian Protesters 2

Several hundred people, some waving pre-revolution flags, gathered Sunday afternoon, January 11, in Los Angeles to protest against the Iranian government. Protests in Iran have been expanding amid rising prices and other grievances, with more than 500 deaths reported.

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US: Hundreds Rally in Los Angeles in Support of Iranian Protesters

Several hundred people, some waving pre-revolution flags, gathered Sunday afternoon, January 11, along Veteran Avenue in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles to protest against the Iranian government. Protests in Iran have been expanding amid rising prices and other grievances, with more than 500 deaths reported.

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France: Woman Skis Through Paris Streets Following Heavy Snowstorm

The video shows a woman skiing through the streets of Paris on Wednesday, January 7. Paris was hit by a heavy snowstorm earlier this week, prompting French weather authorities to maintain an orange alert for snow and ice. Around 5 cm of snow fell across the capital, bringing some of the coldest temperatures in eight years and causing transport disruptions. The snowfall also drew residents and tourists into streets and parks, including the Montmartre area, where people were seen skiing and enjoying the rare winter scenes.

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Ex-Japan governor sent sexually harassing texts to staff

File photo shows Fukui Gov. Tatsuji Sugimoto speaking at a press conference in Fukui, central Japan, on Dec. 4, 2025, after the prefectural parliament approved his resignation over a sexual harassment allegation. An investigative report by external lawyers said on Jan. 7, 2026, that he sent some 1,000 sexually harassing texts to multiple female staff of the local government and touched female staff members' bodies several times.

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