13:16 (04:16)â¢PFAS Poisons The Waters
âšThe newspapers expand coverage of environmental concerns as PFAS chemicals exceed safety levels in 44 specialized water systems, including Self-Defense Force facilities, with the Environment Ministry planning mandatory testing (Asahi, NHK). The Bank of Japan's ultra-loose monetary policy faces new scrutiny over delayed side effects (Nikkei), while the US Steel acquisition decision awaits Biden's review (TBS). A new lifestyle trend, "FIRE" (Financial Independence, Retire Early), gains attention among young Japanese workers (Sankei).