Japan-Philippines Disaster Response: Japan PM Sanae Takaichi and foreign envoys said they’re ready to help after a 7.8 quake hit Mindanao, with dozens dead and hundreds hurt. Public Safety & Youth: Japan’s police are warning junior and high school students about shady social-media-linked part-time job schemes ahead of summer. Mental Health After Bullying: A Japan survey finds bullying trauma can linger for decades, with many adults reporting flashbacks and lasting distrust. Yen Watch: Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said Japan remains ready for “decisive” action as the yen stays in the lower 160s after record intervention spending. Immigration/Work Rules: Mie Governor Ichimi is pushing to restrict what foreign hires can do in public service jobs, setting up a clash with the prefectural personnel commission. Defense Posture: Japan’s defense chief said the country will beef up its southwestern defenses amid concerns about China changing the status quo by force. World Cup Build-Up: Japan trained in Nashville for its opener vs the Netherlands, with captain Wataru Endo’s fitness still uncertain. Business & Finance: Reuters reports the BOJ may consider pausing bond tapering beyond next fiscal year, a potential turning point for markets. Everyday Culture: Bubble “sticker patrols” are driving shortages as 3D bubble stickers become the latest craze. Tech/Investing: Woodstock launched an AI-to-brokerage link service, aiming to make trading support easier without coding.