September 6, Thursday, 2018 (2:00 p.m.) Read by Ms. Yuka Matsumoto and Ms. Hiroko Kitadai

  1. Two people have died, over 140 injured and 40 are missing. A powerful earthquake that rocked Hokkaido early this morning triggered landslides, caused widespread damage and left the whole of Japan’s northern island prefecture without power.
  2. Japan’s Meteorological Agency has urged residents in Hokkaido to remain on alert after a powerful earthquake.
  3. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says he will boost the number of Self-Defense Force members involved in search and rescue operations in Hokkaido, northern Japan.

September 5, Wednesday, 2018 (2:00 p.m.) Read by Mr. Michael Reese and Ms. Emma Howard

  1. One day has passed since Typhoon Jebi tore through western parts of Japan, leaving at least 11 people dead and hundreds injured. Extensive damage is still being assessed.
  2. South Korean envoys of President Moon Jae-in have arrived in Pyongyang, North Korea, carrying a letter from the president.
  3. A summit of Chinese and African leaders has highlighted China’s intention to deepen its relations with the continent.