Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1909, Motoichi Kumagai, Japanese photographer and illustrator (died 2010) was born. In 1918, The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Kawachi blows up at Shunan, western Honshu, Japan, killing at least 621. In 1938, Eiko Ishioka, Japanese art director and graphic designer (died 2012) was born. In 1959, Karl J. Friston, English psychiatrist and neuroscientist was born. In 1966, D. T. Suzuki, Japanese philosopher and author (born 1870) passed away. In 1971, Kristi Yamaguchi, American figure skater was born. In 1979, Maya Kobayashi, Japanese journalist was born. In 1979, The island nation of Kiribati becomes independent from the United Kingdom. In 1994, Kanako Momota, Japanese singer-songwriter was born. In 2013, Takako Takahashi, Japanese author (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The Tokyo Standoff: How a Parent’s Double Standard Turned a Dream International Trip Into a Psychological Nightmare
Her resentment will just continue to grow. The post The Tokyo Standoff: How a Parent’s Double Standard Turned a Dream International Trip Into a Psychological Nightmare appeared first on TwistedSifter.
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Japan’s Kawaii Culture Went Global by Refusing to Change, Say Nakagawa Yusuke and Kimura Misa at Golden Melody Festival
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