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Japan’s Special Education Schools Face Crisis: Teacher Shortage Hits 589 Posts, Non-Regular Staff at 17.6%
Saitama teacher Yoshiyuki Watanabe exposes systemic failures in Japan’s special education schools, citing unqualified staff and management negligence affecting students with disabilities.

Japan’s Imperial Law Revised July 17: Male Adoption Allowed, Female Succession Blocked
Japan revises Imperial House Law to allow male adoption but blocks female succession. Public support for female emperor at 81%, but PM Takaichi’s cabinet approval falls to 53.7% after rushed passage.

Japan’s Local Allocation Tax Rises 2.1% in Ibaraki; Three Towns Gain Full Independence
Ibaraki’s local allocation tax rises 2.1% to 176.354 billion yen in 2026, marking eight consecutive years of growth. Three Gunma municipalities achieve financial independence from national funding.

Japan’s Special Schools Face Crisis: Teacher Shortage Hits 589 Posts, Non-Regular Staff at 17.6%
Japanese special education schools grapple with 589 unfilled teacher posts and 17.6% temporary staff ratio. A Saitama educator sued the prefecture in June over unsafe working conditions affecting vulnerable students.

Ukrainian Aonishiki Wins Third Emperor’s Cup at Nagoya Basho on July 26
Ukrainian sumo star Aonishiki claims his third championship at Nagoya Basho on July 26, 2026, after winning a three-way playoff. He becomes the first wrestler to win the Emperor’s Cup while securing ozeki re-promotion in the same tournament.

Japan Display Stock Soars With Retail Investors Despite ¥198B Loss
Japan Display ranks 2nd on Rakuten’s debut investor list across all age groups despite ¥198B loss and no dividend. Stock trades at ¥47, down from ¥164 peak in March 2026.

Australia’s Age Pension Thresholds Rise July 1: Who Gets a Boost
Age Pension deeming thresholds rose July 1, 2026. Single pensioners now have $66,800 at the lower rate, couples $110,600. Part-pensioners with investments may see modest payment increases.

Japan’s Pension Division Trap: How Divorce Leaves Retirees Bankrupt
Japanese retiree loses ¥300 million pension to ex-wife via Article 3 pension division after divorce. Financial planner explains the legal trap that can trigger old-age bankruptcy.

Trump’s ICC Policy Escalates as Prosecutor Khan Ousted July 25
Trump’s State Department vows to dismantle the ICC brick by brick. The court votes to remove prosecutor Khan over misconduct. UK faces pressure as fourth-largest ICC donor.