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英語で国内ニュース 2026年7月11日(土)


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川勝前知事がリニア工事を強く批判し遅延を指摘。
サラ: Former Shizuoka Governor Kawakatsu Heita strongly criticized the Linear Shinkansen project. He called the South Alps Tunnel construction "a decision so wrong it deserves ten thousand deaths," urging JR Tokai to admit its errors. Kawakatsu claimed JR Tokai's previous statements about Shizuoka delaying the project and the 2027 completion date were false, with a new president confirming wider delays.

台風9号、宮古島・石垣島は暴風域脱出も高波警戒継続。
クリス: Strong Typhoon No. 9 brought intense winds and rough seas to Okinawa. Miyakojima and Ishigakijima have now moved out of the strong wind zone after nearly a day. However, residents should remain cautious of high waves and strong winds, which are expected to continue until July 12th. Damage has already been reported in the prefecture.

太宰府39.3℃、九州は猛暑。西日本・東日本は来週も猛暑警戒。
サラ: Dazaifu City in Fukuoka Prefecture recorded a high of 39.3 degrees Celsius on July 11th. This, along with Typhoon No. 9's effects, led to dangerous heat in Kyushu. Western and Eastern Japan are forecast to experience extreme heat again next week. Authorities urge everyone to take thorough precautions against heatstroke.

無人機攻撃でロシア燃料不足拡大、周辺国にも波及。プーチンが迅速対応を要請。
クリス: Russia's nationwide fuel shortage, caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, is leading to gasoline restrictions and soaring prices. This crisis is now affecting neighboring countries like Kazakhstan and Belarus. President Putin has urged quick solutions. However, efforts to boost imports and relax environmental standards are proving ineffective, as Western sanctions complicate refinery repairs.

皇室典範改正案で中道が賛成、CDPは反対。3党 merger協議へ影響。
サラ: The Centrist Reform Alliance voted to approve the Imperial House Law revision, while the Constitutional Democratic Party plans to oppose it. This division between the two parties, who are discussing a merger with Komeito, could impact their future alliance. Centrist leaders cited "guarantees" for their approval, but CDP executives view this as a fundamental split that will affect merger negotiations.

ベネズエラ大地震死者4千超、捜索続く。日本緊急援助隊がラ・グアイラで医療支援。
クリス: The death toll from last month's major earthquake in Venezuela has now exceeded 4,000, with search efforts continuing for missing people. In the severely affected La Guaira state, a Japanese International Emergency Relief Team has established a base. They are actively providing crucial medical assistance to those impacted by the disaster.

札幌すすきのホテル3年で売上半減、赤字。
サラ: Three years after a shocking decapitation murder in Susukino, Sapporo, the hotel where the crime occurred is still struggling. The manager reports that sales and customer numbers remain less than half of pre-incident levels, leading to continuous financial losses. The tragedy struck just as the hotel was recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, creating a harsh reality for the business.

日野川で18歳のベトナム技能実習生が死亡、事故死の可能性。
クリス: An 18-year-old Vietnamese technical intern trainee, who disappeared while swimming in Fukui City's Hino River, was found deceased on July 11th. He was with a group of eight trainees when he was swept away on July 10th. Police and fire departments conducted extensive search operations. Authorities are now investigating the cause of death, which is believed to be accidental drowning.

1986年福井事件、証拠を5検察官が把握も開示せず。再審遅延の原因。
サラ: A report on the 1986 Fukui murder case revealed that five prosecutors knew about crucial evidence that could have cleared Akiji Maekawa, but failed to disclose it. This non-disclosure significantly delayed Maekawa's exoneration by 13 years. The report urges prosecutors to "consistently reflect," suggesting evidence was withheld to avoid admitting errors in their original prosecution.

社会のニュース

皇室典範改正案、衆院可決。今国会成立へ参院審議を急ぐ。
サラ: A bill to revise the Imperial House Law has passed the House of Representatives on July 10th. This bill aims to secure the number of imperial family members. It is now expected to pass the current Diet session. The government and ruling parties are rushing deliberations in the House of Councillors to ensure its approval before the session ends next week.

台風9号、沖縄で停電2.7万戸以上、被害。高波警戒。
クリス: Typhoon No. 9 has passed through Okinawa, causing widespread damage. Over 27,000 homes experienced power outages. A high school gate in Ishigaki City was toppled by strong winds. Fourteen people were injured, all with minor injuries. Kumejima Airport recorded wind gusts of 45.3 meters per second. Residents are urged to remain cautious due to high waves.

1986年福井事件、検察5人が重要証拠を把握も開示せず。再審遅延の原因。
サラ: A report revealed that at least five prosecutors knew about crucial evidence in a 1986 Fukui murder case. This evidence could have proven the innocence of Mr. Maekawa, who served time for the crime but was acquitted last year. However, prosecutors did not disclose it. The report states that earlier submission could have led to a retrial much sooner, criticizing their failure to act.

広島原爆81年、眼鏡縁が頭蓋骨に溶け込む異形の遺骨を公開。
クリス: Eighty-one years after the Hiroshima atomic bombing, a family has publicly revealed “deformed remains” to convey the tragedy. Lawyer Yoshikuni Noguchi shared the remains of his grandparents' family, who died in the bombing. The remains include a skull with eyeglass frames melted into it. Noguchi hopes this will remind people of the atomic bomb's lasting impact amidst current global conflicts.

太宰府39.3℃、来週も西日本・東日本は猛暑。熱中症対策を徹底。
サラ: On July 11th, Dazaifu City in Fukuoka Prefecture recorded a high of 39.3 degrees Celsius. This, along with Typhoon No. 9's effects, brought dangerous heat to Kyushu. Western and Eastern Japan are expected to endure intense heat next week. Residents are strongly advised to take comprehensive measures to prevent heatstroke.

大阪地検で取り調べ中の暴言・机叩きで検察官を起訴。過去の事件背景。
クリス: A prosecutor faces criminal charges for allegedly yelling and banging on a desk during interrogation. This happened at the Osaka District Public Prosecutors Office, known for a past evidence tampering scandal. Atsuko Muraki, 70, a former Vice Minister wrongfully convicted in that scandal, expressed disappointment. She said her message about proper prosecutorial conduct “has not been understood at all.”

和歌山市のRunachan未受診対策、視認確認を強化。
サラ: Following the 2025 abuse death of two-year-old Runachan in Wakayama City, new city guidelines were established this January. These aim to prevent and detect child abuse early in families who skip infant health checkups. Staff will now conduct thorough visual checks. Runachan had not received checkups after four months of age before her death.

京都地裁、Ohi原発3・4号機の判決。地震リスク・避難計画が争点。
クリス: The Kyoto District Court will issue a ruling on July 14th regarding the Ohi Nuclear Power Plant. Residents of Kyoto Prefecture are suing Kansai Electric Power and the government, seeking to halt operations of Units 3 and 4. Key issues include the plant's safety against earthquake risks and the effectiveness of its evacuation plans. Plaintiffs argue that earthquake risks are underestimated.

政治・経済

全東信破産で奈良の飲食店影響。入金遅延・損失拡大。特別相談窓口。
サラ: Credit card payment processor Zentoshin has filed for bankruptcy, impacting many businesses. Restaurants are especially affected, with their sales funds now uncertain. Partners, some of whom recently accepted a fee increase, are expressing anger. Regional banks also face significant losses from loans to Zentoshin. Special consultation services are available for those impacted.

STAYGOLD元代表を所得税約7億8400万円脱税容疑で逮捕。株を匿名組合経由で隠す。
クリス: The former CEO of STAYGOLD, Daisuke Fujiwara, has been arrested for allegedly evading about 784 million yen in income tax. He is accused of hiding over 5.2 billion yen in profits from selling his company shares. Authorities believe he used an anonymous partnership to conceal these transactions.

自民・鈴木幹事長、野党と副首都関連法案の協力を要請。定数削減審議は見送り。
サラ: LDP Secretary-General Suzuki is urging opposition parties to cooperate on "sub-capital" related bills. With the Diet session ending next week, the LDP wants these bills passed. This request comes after the ruling party dropped a controversial bill to reduce Lower House seats, hoping for a compromise from the opposition.

皇室典範改正案、衆院可決。今国会成立へ与党が急ぐ。
クリス: The Imperial House Law amendment bill, aimed at securing Imperial family members, passed the Lower House on July 10th. It is now expected to be enacted during the current Diet session. The government and ruling party are working to pass it quickly through the Upper House before the session concludes next week.

選挙期間中のSNS偽情報対策法案、参院特別委で可決。運営の対策義務を新設。
サラ: A new bill addressing the spread of false information on social media during elections has passed a special committee in the Upper House. It mandates social media operators to implement measures to reduce the negative impact of content that could undermine election fairness.

自民、比例名簿で女性優先登載を提言。2033年まで女性議員30%へ。
クリス: The LDP is proposing to prioritize women on proportional representation lists for national elections. This aims to achieve their goal of 30% female Diet members by 2033. The plan also seeks to eliminate "zero-women councils" in local elections next spring by encouraging support for female candidates.

アップル、オープンAIを訴え、機密盗用を主張。元社員を訴追。
サラ: Apple has sued OpenAI, claiming theft of trade secrets. Apple alleges that OpenAI employees, including former Apple executives, illegally obtained confidential information about Apple's unreleased technology. Apple is seeking damages and an injunction, despite their recent partnership to integrate ChatGPT into iPhones.

SKハイニックス、米 Nasdaq 上場で約4兆円を調達。AI需要で拡張。
クリス: South Korean semiconductor giant SK Hynix debuted strongly on Nasdaq on July 10th, raising over 4.3 trillion yen. Its stock price surged over 12% above the offering price. The funds will be used for new semiconductor factories and expansion, driven by high demand for AI chips. This marks a historic US listing.

日銀利上げで奨学金返済が重く、Type2固定利率は6倍超。代理返済拡大。
サラ: The Bank of Japan's interest rate hike is increasing scholarship loan burdens. Fixed rates for Type 2 scholarships have risen over sixfold for recent graduates, significantly raising repayment costs. To attract talent, companies offering proxy repayment programs for employees have surged from 320 to over 4,800 firms.

スポーツ

大谷左膝炎症でオールスター辞退。治療後はDHで後半戦へ。350号目前。
サラ: Shohei Ohtani has withdrawn from the All-Star Game on July 14 due to left knee inflammation. He will receive treatment to drain fluid from his knee. The Dodgers stated this is a “preventative measure” to ensure he is in top condition for the season's second half. Ohtani, who hit his 349th career home run (Japan/US total) on July 10, expressed regret for missing the game despite leading fan votes. His manager confirmed he will continue playing as a designated hitter.

村上宗隆、MLBオールスター出場・HR Derby出場決定。復帰後20本塁打。
クリス: Munetaka Murakami of the White Sox has been selected for the MLB All-Star Game on July 14. He will also compete in the Home Run Derby on July 13, becoming the second Japanese player after Shohei Ohtani to do so. Murakami, in his first MLB season, recently returned from injury. He had hit 20 home runs before his injury in May, and contributed to his team's win on July 10.

岡本和真が22号、日米新人日本選手最多HRと並ぶ。 Padres戦で3ラン。
サラ: Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto hit his 22nd home run of the season on July 10. This ties Shohei Ohtani's record for the most home runs by a Japanese rookie in MLB history, set in 2018. Okamoto, a former NPB star, joined the Blue Jays this year. He hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning against the Padres, continuing his impressive debut season.

ドジャース、7月23日ホワイトハウス訪問へ。大谷・山本は2度目、佐々木は初参加。出席は任意。
クリス: The Los Angeles Dodgers will visit the White House on July 23 to meet President Trump. This will be Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's second visit, and Roki Sasaki's first. While White House visits are traditional for championship teams, some players, like Enrique Hernandez, might decline due to personal political views. Manager Dave Roberts stated attendance is a personal choice, expecting many to go.

スペインがベルギーに2-1で勝ち、4大会ぶり準決勝進出。
サラ: Spain secured a 2-1 victory over Belgium in a tight World Cup quarterfinal match, advancing to the semifinals. The decisive goal was scored by substitute Merino in the 43rd minute of the second half, breaking a 1-1 tie. This achievement marks Spain's return to the World Cup semifinals for the first time in four tournaments, since their championship win in 2010.

コロンビア連盟、カンパス家族への脅迫を非難。準々決勝後の脅迫拡大。
クリス: Colombia's Football Federation has condemned death threats made against midfielder Campaz and his family on social media. The threats followed Campaz missing a key scoring opportunity in their World Cup quarterfinal loss to Switzerland. The federation stated no athlete should face such threats. Campaz did not return with the team, recalling a past incident where a Colombian player was murdered after a World Cup error.

リクリュウペア、JOCスポーツ賞最高賞受賞。五輪金メダル。
サラ: Figure skating pair Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara, known as “Rikuryu,” received the Grand Prize at the JOC Sports Awards ceremony in Tokyo. The Japanese Olympic Committee honored them for their outstanding achievements. The pair notably won a gold medal at the recent Milan-Cortina Olympics.

川村勇輝、NBAサマーリーグ初戦で8得点。契約へアピール。
クリス: Yuki Kawamura participated in the NBA Summer League on July 10, aiming for a full contract in his third season. He scored eight points in his first game, showcasing his skills. The Summer League is a key opportunity for young players like Kawamura to impress teams and secure their future in professional basketball.

森保監督、アジア杯までの短期延長を受諾。2030年契約は未定。
サラ: Japan national football team coach Hajime Moriyasu is expected to accept a short-term contract extension. His tenure will likely run until the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia next January. This unusual arrangement does not guarantee his coaching until the 2030 World Cup. The Japan Football Association board will make a formal decision on July 23 regarding his future.

国際

習近平が北朝鮮首相と会談。主権と安全を守る協力を強化。台湾は核心利益。
サラ: Chinese President Xi Jinping met with North Korean Prime Minister Pak Thae-song in Beijing on July 10. President Xi urged stronger cooperation to protect each nation's sovereignty, security, and development. Prime Minister Pak is visiting China for the 65th anniversary of their mutual assistance treaty. He also voiced support for China's core interests, including the Taiwan issue.

米、イランにホルムズ海峡開放と攻撃停止の公表を要請。対話期限。
クリス: U.S. officials demanded on July 10 that Iran publicly agree to stop attacks and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This is a condition for talks, with a deadline of July 11. An official warned of consequences if Iran fails to comply. President Trump stated Iran requested more talks, which the U.S. accepted, but also declared the "ceasefire is over."

ベネズエラ大地震死者4千超、捜索続く。日本緊急援助隊が医療支援。
サラ: Over 4,000 people have died from a major earthquake that struck Venezuela last month. The search for missing individuals continues, more than two weeks after the disaster. In La Guaira state, one of the hardest-hit areas, Japan's international emergency relief team has established a base to provide crucial medical assistance to those affected.

窓落下で緊急着陸、乗客1名負傷。737NG、原因を調査。
クリス: A Ryanair subsidiary plane made an emergency landing in Greece on July 10 after a window detached shortly after takeoff. One male passenger was injured when his head reportedly went outside before others pulled him back. The Boeing 737NG experienced rapid depressurization, possibly due to an engine malfunction. An investigation is underway.

NYT記者へ召喚状、連邦捜査が大統領機の記事証言を要求。報道圧力を批判。
サラ: The New York Times reported on July 11 that the Justice Department issued subpoenas to several reporters. They are asked to testify in court about articles on a new presidential aircraft's safety. The Trump administration appears to be targeting these reports. NYT lawyers criticized this as an attempt to intimidate journalists.

金正恩が公開裁判を主導、軍高官の汚職を断罪。パク氏を政治犯罪として処罰。
クリス: North Korea's state media reported on July 11 that Kim Jong Un presided over a meeting, essentially a public trial. Former military official Pak Hwi-chol was condemned for "extra-large corruption," including embezzlement, bribery, and abusing power. Kim stated Pak created his own network, hindering party military control, calling it a "political crime."

アップル、オープンAIを訴え、機密窃取を主張。元社員を訴追。
サラ: Apple sued AI developer OpenAI on July 10, alleging trade secret theft. Apple claims OpenAI, developing a next-gen AI device, illegally obtained confidential design and production technology. The lawsuit targets OpenAI and two former Apple engineers, accused of taking sensitive information. OpenAI's new device strategy could threaten Apple's iPhone.

ロシア、元大統領候補ナジェージンを外国代理人指定。下院選排除狙いか。
クリス: Russia's Justice Ministry designated former presidential candidate Boris Nadezhdin a "foreign agent" on July 10. Nadezhdin, who advocated an "anti-war" stance, plans to run in September's parliamentary election. This move may aim to exclude him, as the designation prohibits running for office. The ministry accused him of spreading false information.

絶滅危惧種法の解釈緩和。害の定義を狭め、生息地改変を対象外。
サラ: The Trump administration announced on July 10 a plan to reduce the scope of the "Endangered Species Act." This aims to narrow the definition of "harm" to endangered species, easing resource development. The new rules will limit "harm" to direct capture, excluding habitat changes. This change is expected to significantly impact biodiversity.

エンタメ(文化・芸能)

幸福の科学番組をBPO審議。番組と広告の区別が不明瞭との指摘。
サラ: Japan's broadcasting ethics organization, BPO, will review a program by "Happy Science." Eight TV stations, including KBS Kyoto, aired "Records of Spirit World Exploration" in March. BPO is investigating because the program content, featuring teachings, was hard to distinguish from advertisements for related books and DVDs, violating broadcasting rules.

室井摩耶子さん、105歳で死去。
クリス: Mayako Muroi, a celebrated pianist who continued performing past 100 years old, has passed away at 105. She died from old age at her home on July 5th. Muroi debuted in 1945, then pursued her career in Europe. After returning to Japan in 1980, she continued sharing her passion for piano through concerts and writing until her later years.

趣里と父・水谷豊、映画『Piccola felicità』公開イベントで初共演を発表。
サラ: Actress Shuri and her father, director Yutaka Mizutani, made their first public appearance together for Mizutani's new film, "Piccola felicità ~Small Happiness~." Mizutani directed and starred, with Shuri also acting. She revealed calling her father "Director" on set, and even "acted spoiled" during a challenging scene, asking him about the remaining filming time.

梅宮アンナ、がんビジネスの実態を暴露。偽の治療品・歌が送られ共演者驚く。
クリス: Anna Umemiya, who publicly announced her breast cancer in 2024, has revealed shocking "cancer business" tactics. She received various items at her office, including water, supplements, and even songs, all falsely claiming to cure cancer. Umemiya shared that after her own experience, she realized the extent of this "huge business." Her revelations left co-stars astonished.

DOMOTO、STARTO契約満了。光一は個人契約継続、剛は独立。ドームツアー開始。
サラ: DOMOTO's group agency contract with STARTO ENTERTAINMENT ends July 21st. While Koichi Domoto maintains his individual contract, the group's activities will now be managed by their separate personal agencies. Tsuyoshi Domoto became independent in March 2024. DOMOTO, formerly KinKi Kids, debuted in 1997 and changed their name last July. Their dome tour starts July 15th.

渡部の事務所が吉ちゃんの投稿を抗議。オンライン誤情報の拡散防止を強調。
クリス: Ken Watabe's agency, Production Jinrikisha, issued a protest regarding a social media post by Yoshichan of Onigoe Tomahawk. The dispute began when a talk live promotion involving Watabe and Onigoe Tomahawk was canceled, leading Yoshichan to criticize Watabe. It was later found an event producer's mistake caused the problem. The agency's strong response aims to prevent online misinformation.

『ありがとう浜村淳です』放送を9月末で終了。浜村さんは100歳まで意欲。
サラ: MBS Radio announced that "Arigato Hamamura Jun Desu," a popular Kansai program hosted by Jun Hamamura, will end its regular broadcast on September 26th. The show, which started in 1974, has aired for over 50 years. Hamamura, 91, previously expressed a wish to continue until he was 100. A special program celebrating his achievements will air on August 31st.

王位戦で藤井・伊藤が同店の勝負メシ92品を選ぶ珍事。
クリス: In the 67th Ōi-sen shogi match held in Hamamatsu, both Sota Fujii and Takumi Ito surprised everyone by choosing their lunch and afternoon snacks from the same restaurant. Fujii, the Ōi title holder, commented on the extensive menu, saying, "This many options is a first for me too." The match featured 92 food items available for selection.

朝鮮人被爆者証言記録『もうひとつのヒロシマ』広島で初劇場公開。
サラ: A documentary by 91-year-old filmmaker Pak Su-nam, "Another Hiroshima: Song of Arirang," is having its first theatrical release in Hiroshima. Produced in 1986, the film records testimonies from 16 Korean atomic bomb survivors in Hiroshima. Pak, a second-generation Korean resident in Japan, documented their experiences, many of whom have since passed away.


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