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The Deasy Care project has unveiled a new model that substantially increases its capacity to process used disposable diapers from 2 to 10 at a time. Using the same 100V power supply, it automatically shreds, neutralizes and dehydrates soiled diapers, reducing their volume hygienically and easing the workload at care and childcare facilities.
Companies mentioned：Deasy Care プロジェクト
Visual Voice Co., Ltd. (SSFF & ASIA) and 日本アフリカエンタメ事業協議会（JAEBC） have launched a strategic partnership. The 2026 film festival will feature a program showcasing short films from 5 African countries, including Egypt and Senegal, to promote content distribution between Japan and Africa.
Companies mentioned：日本アフリカエンタメ事業協議会（JAEBC）
NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will release its new TV commercial, “Worried About Cyberattacks,” featuring Takako Matsu and Sadao Abe, on April 28, 2026. Humorous exchanges and 8-bit game-style visuals convey the reassurance and ease of adoption offered by docomo business RINK, a security service for the AI era.
Companies mentioned：NTTコミュニケーションズ株式会社
The 4th new TV commercial for the food delivery service Rocket Now, featuring Yutaka Matsushige and Non, begins airing on April 29. Centered on “zero delivery fees” (no delivery or service charges) at a park, the commercial humorously highlights the convenience of ordering outdoors.
千葉県競馬組合 will begin airing its new TV commercial, “HEART BEAT,” on April 28, 2026, featuring Tomohisa Yamashita, a Funabashi native, as its new ambassador. The commercial showcases the appeal of the evolving Funabashi Racecourse through Yamashita’s appearance alongside the legendary racehorse Miuchary, reflecting his affection for his hometown.
Companies mentioned：千葉県競馬組合
Angfa has launched summer-limited products including “Oil Control Cool Spray” from its men’s shampoo brand Scalp D. It has released a new commercial featuring brand ambassador Yoshio Itoi, who stays cool even during a grueling battle-rope showdown.
Companies mentioned：アンファー株式会社
U.S. President Donald Trump discussed Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz with his national security team. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed deep distrust of a proposal that would allow Iran to unilaterally determine transit rights and fees. Geopolitical maneuvering over this vital energy transport route is intensifying.
Companies mentioned：Axios、ロイター、AFP、福斯新聞 (Fox News)
NATO is considering changing its annual summit to a biennial event to avoid tensions over former President Trump’s reelection and political turmoil surrounding the U.S. presidential election. The final decision has been left to the secretary-general.
Companies mentioned：北大西洋条約機構 (NATO)、ロイター、アトランティック・カウンシル
A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner attended by President Trump. The White House declared it the 3rd assassination attempt by a “left-wing hate cult” and sharply criticized the way political divisions are turning violent.
Companies mentioned：ホワイトハウス記者協会 (WHCA)、AFP、ロイター
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has plunged because of the U.S.-Iran war and a U.S. military blockade, forcing 6 Iranian oil tankers carrying a total of 10.5 million barrels to turn back. The critical route, through which about 20% of the world’s oil and LNG passes, has been brought to a standstill.
Companies mentioned：Kpler、SynMax、Clarksons、TankerTrackers.com、ロイター通信