Key words : Pope to attend to be abolish
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Pope Francis, who is an advocate for nuclear disarmament, is in the city of Hiroshima to attend a gathering for peace.
Earlier in the day, the pontiff visited Nagasaki where he called for nuclear weapons to be abolished, saying they're "an affront crying out to heaven."
It's the first time in nearly 40 years a sitting pontiff is visiting Japan, and the two atomic bombed cities.
Pope Francis visited a park marking the spot where American forces dropped the bomb 74 years ago.
Despite the heavy rain, survivors of the atomic bombing and other invited guests gathered to hear his message of peace. The attack on Nagasaki on August 9, 1945, left around 70,000 people dead by the end of that year.
The pope prayed for them twice, bowing deeply at the cenotaph.
He said, "This place makes us deeply aware of the pain and horror that we human beings are capable of inflicting upon one another. The damaged cross and statue of Our Lady recently discovered in the Cathedral of Nagasaki remind us once more of the unspeakable horror suffered in the flesh by the victims of the bombing and their families."
The pontiff also spoke about his commitment to support the international arms control framework, including a treaty prohibiting nuclear weapons.
That treaty has yet to be joined by many countries, such as Japan which relies on the US nuclear umbrella.
He called on world leaders to commit to the cause.
"Convinced as I am that a world without nuclear weapons is possible and necessary, I ask political leaders not to forget that these weapons cannot protect us from current threats to national and international security. We need to ponder the catastrophic impact of their deployment, especially from a humanitarian and environmental standpoint, and reject heightening a climate of fear, mistrust and hostility fomented by nuclear doctrines."
Key words : people in Nagasaki trusting do my best
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People in Nagasaki say the pope's message has strengthened their convictions to abolish nuclear weapons.
Nagasaki Governor Hodo Nakamura said, "Pope Francis showed us his belief that to attain true peace, many people must unite and work together, trusting one another."
Atomic bomb survivor Sakue Shimohira said, "Many are still suffering the effects of the atomic bomb.
I appreciate the pope understanding the pain of such people. His message helped each of us feel we need to make a world free of nuclear weapons."
High School Student Peace Ambassador Koshiro Uchiyama said, "The pope told us that each and every one of us bears responsibility. I'm sure I'll face challenges, but I'll do my best, keeping his words in mind."
People at a nursing home for the bomb survivors watched the pope's speech on TV.
Kimi Taira said, "I want to abolish nuclear weapons for world peace."
Nobuko Uno said, "I really don't want another war. I want the world to become peaceful."
Key words : daughter 26 Christian 16th century
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Pope Francis, who is in Nagasaki, also visited an important site for Catholics in Japan -- a monument commemorating 26 Christians who were crucified in the late 16th century because of their faith.
That marked the beginning of centuries of persecution in the country.
The pope was greeted by a Catholic family whose ancestors secretly kept up their faith, but were persecuted and killed in the 19th century.
Yasuyoshi Sotowa said he wants to keep that generational tradition of faith alive.
"I am glad that I was able to meet the pope with my daughter and granddaughter," he said.
Then a crowd of more than 30,000 people gathered at a baseball stadium in the city for the pope's open air mass.
Pope Francis will keep up his busy schedule and travel to Hiroshima to take part in a peace gathering at the other atomic bombing site, before flying back to Tokyo.
Key words : people in Hong Kong NHK
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People in Hong Kong are voting in the territory's first major elections since pro-democracy protests broke out over five months ago. NHK World's Keiichi Takamura has the following report on what to expect from the closely watched vote.
A record number of people -- about 4.1 million -- are registered to vote in Hong Kong's District Council elections. Residents began casting their ballots on Sunday morning.
One voter noted that Hong Kong has many problems, adding, "We'd like to vote for our right for democracy."
A total of 452 seats are being contested in 18 districts. Pro-Beijing councilors currently hold about 70 percent of the seats. But the pro-democracy side has gained momentum from the protests, and it hopes to win a majority.
District councilors have a limited role in the territory's politics. But they do play a role in choosing the chief executive, who is not directly elected by residents.
Current Chief Executive Carrie Lam is under pressure to bring an end to months of demonstrations, which have turned increasingly violent.
The elections are seen as a referendum on the protests, the government's response to them, and the future of Hong Kong. The results are expected on Monday.
Key words : Kyoto demolish
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NHK has learned that Kyoto Animation will demolish the studio that was badly damaged in a deadly arson attack in July. The blaze killed 36 employees and injured 33 others.
Sources tell NHK the company explained its demolition plan to local residents on Saturday.
Preparations for the demolition, such as scaffolding and clearing the studio of remaining items, will start as soon as Monday, and continue to the end of the year.
The building is due to be demolished between early January and late April. Sources say the company has not decided how to use the site after the demolition.
President and CEO of Kyoto Animation, Hideaki Hatta, mentioned his plan to demolish the studio at a news conference last month. He said it pained him deeply to see his beloved studio in such a state.
Key words : Egyptian
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The Egyptian government says an ancient find unearthed south of the capital, Cairo, contains mummified lions.
Antiquities Minister Khaled al-Anani spoke to reporters in Saqqara on Saturday. He said an Egyptian team uncovered statues and animal mummies at the site of a former temple that dates back around 2,600 years and was dedicated to the worship of cats.
The minister said X-ray and other analyses show that two of the mummies are very likely those of 6- to 8-month-old female lion cubs.
Archaeologists had found a number of cat mummies at the site. But the minister said this is the first time a lion mummy has been discovered in the country.
Historical records indicate the lion god was widely worshipped as an icon of power in the period when the temple was built. Experts hope analysis of the mummies will shed more light on religious practices at the time.
The minister said several hundred items were unearthed at the site. He added it was like finding a museum and expressed hope that it will boost the tourism industry.
The Grand Egyptian Museum is under construction in Giza outside Cairo with Japanese assistance.
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