Oct 16, 2025 19:17:00

Headline news for October 16, 2025

The official trailer and main visual for the anime film 'The One Who Steals This Book,' based on the fantasy novel by Miyuki Midori, which was nominated for the 2021 Bookstore Award, have been released. Kataoka Rin, making her film debut and voice acting debut, will play Mifuyu, a 'book-hating girl' who travels through a cursed story in pursuit of a book thief. Tamaki Sora , also making her voice acting debut, will play Mashiro, a mysterious girl who invites Mifuyu into the world of the story in order to break the curse on the book. The film is scheduled for release on Friday, December 26, 2025.

Movie 'The One Who Steals This Book' Trailer | December 26th (Friday) ROADSHOW - YouTube

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Main visual unveiled
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The mystery-solving adventure fantasy begins as you pursue a book thief and journey through a cursed 'story'!

Movie ' The One Who Steals This Book '
𝟏𝟐.𝟐𝟔(𝐟𝐫𝐢) 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖

⟡𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 #KataokaRin #TamakiSora
⟡𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂 #YUKI 'Share' #ThisThiefpic.twitter.com /YuHTaSXnCo
— Movie 'The Book Stealer' Anime Official (@kononusu_anime) October 15, 2025

By the way, the following article was published on the same day in the same month in the past.

Top 10 YouTubers in the world who earn billions of yen a year - GIGAZINE

I tried to see how hot the super hot Kairo 'Kirihai Kairo Magma' is - GIGAZINE

The fish caught jumps into the fish's mouth and the fisherman dies for a while - GIGAZINE

A system that captures atmospheric CO2 and turns it into stone has begun operation - GIGAZINE

NASA engineers invent a 'helical engine' that can travel at 99% the speed of light - GIGAZINE

The largest hacking operation in history was carried out by a nation on a Chinese-made jetliner - GIGAZINE

Why you shouldn't leave your old system running just because it's working - GIGAZINE

Why are scientists obsessed with 'mummified sweets eight years past their expiration date'? - GIGAZINE

Is it true that brown eggs are more nutritious than white eggs? - GIGAZINE

Why do the US, which continues to use the yard-pound system, have two types of 'feet'? - GIGAZINE

Why do some people not respond to caffeine even when they drink coffee? - GIGAZINE

What are the dangers and importance of 'dreams' in fiction? - GIGAZINE

◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)

I finally achieved it with Andeji (Anpanman Kids Camera)!

A photo taken with Andeji won an Honorable Mention at the Budapest International Photo Awards (BIFA)! … pic.twitter.com/q1TyTiBoMV
— Kamitaba (@kamitabaphoto) October 16, 2025

What's going on? pic.twitter.com/1G2IqQScdU
— Kenta (@Kenfilms1990) October 16, 2025

Everyone was so distracted by the fact that they were floating that they didn't notice the strange behavior of peeling the paper off before eating https://t.co/VANjEgMHpq
— Dara (@Dara_mochimochi) October 15, 2025

I skipped cleaning so much that I got a mark on my ass pic.twitter.com/ZIEQAQeuwk
— Gubota (@gubota2) October 15, 2025

This reminds me https://t.co/8XVRtfO66r pic.twitter.com/Lw5BiU6TDP
— Ogawa (@ogw_mtr_lover) October 15, 2025

What happened? pic.twitter.com/z4v0NrXouO
— Akina @I am me. (@akina1015) October 15, 2025

◆Science (science, learning, technology)
Astrocytes, a type of brain cell, are involved in the memory of intense experiences: RIKEN and others explain - Nikkei

The mechanism for 'selecting and preserving' memories revealed | RIKEN

The End of Computer Science | Information Processing Society of Japan, Journal of Information Processing

◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, and business)
'If you cry, I'll kill you!' Chiba District Court sentences man to 24 years in prison for sexually assaulting elementary school girl on her way home from school - Sankei News

The LDP PR department released a full transcript and uncut video of the press conference. They even listed the company names of the reporters asking questions, so the public can see which reporters from which companies are asking which questions, and what level of questions they are asking. Now, any old media that resorts to selective reporting, impression manipulation, or headline fraud will be immediately exposed. … https://t.co/1iTayKRUka
— Ryu Nitta (@nittaryo) October 15, 2025

My hobby was attending court hearings, so I started following the shady part-time jobs from the very beginning, but honestly, the deterioration of the commanders of anti-social and semi-criminal groups is terrible. They're the only ones who are doing the right thing, so they can't form an organization, which means they can't accumulate criminal know-how (in that sense, foreign criminal organizations are worse) https://t.co/c4wWPEVw9k
— Yamashiro Unebi (@Yamachirounebi) October 15, 2025

The LDP's public relations department has released the full text of LDP Secretary-General Suzuki Shunichi's press conference.

I did a quick check to see if the content matched the newspaper reports.
Asahi Shimbun, Hokkaido Shimbun: The nuance is slightly different. Tokyo Shimbun: The subject has changed.

I'll leave the details hanging in the thread.
1/ https://t.co/ilx82luzpQ
— Seisenudoku (@Seisenudoku) October 15, 2025

This story is widely known, but experts point out that the idea that Marie Antoinette had the statue modeled after her own breasts is a myth with no corresponding records from the time.

The French university professor who wrote the book is also angry https://t.co/xMTc6gop9V pic.twitter.com/NswviwNiVB
— Yukkuri Mondo @ History Video (@Yukkuri_mond) October 15, 2025

At a certain radio astronomy observatory's open facility, a staff member said, 'Sometimes we get complaints that 'your radio waves are too loud,' but if we say, 'I'll come and take a look right away,' and ride around on our bikes, and then say, 'I've parked it!', they're satisfied and leave.' https://t.co/qe2z75Lilq
— Hiroaki Adachi (@adachi_hiro) October 15, 2025

This hasn't been talked about much, but it's quite shocking. First of all, the design and location of the store confirm that it's the Pyongyang House in Shenyang, a place where Japanese people are often turned away. The beer in the picture is Taedong River's No. 1 beer, which clearly has a different label than the previous one. There's no information that Taedong River wholesaler Jungwei has released a new one, so it must be from a different importer. … https://t.co/bL8RJPGx9T
— Okuma Morio/𝑫𝑨𝑽𝑰𝑫𝑶𝑭𝑭━Frontier Reporter (@ak_prc_dprk) October 15, 2025

As a result of the 'lowering approval ratings' issue, the LDP PR department began to send out primary information like Nintendo Entertainment System → 'The full text is important' and 'I want you to continue' were highly praised... Political reporting is moving in a positive direction - Togetter

The freezer 'TWINBIRD SC-DF25' used to transport the coronavirus vaccine can be cooled down to minus 40 degrees, consumes little power, and has a handle, so I bought it with my household budget - Togetter

When I sent a photo of a brown tabby cat to someone looking for a kitten foster parent, they said, 'I'd prefer a kitten with a different pattern' → Posts about the good points of brown tabby cats continue to appear - Togetter

'Bears are increasing regardless of acorn harvests' 'The new generation of bears are not afraid of humans, so bear repellent bells are ineffective' Why bear spray retailers think the damage is increasing - Togetter

Can you complete your diet with a microwave oven that supports grilling? [Master Oguchi's Home Appliance Kung Fu] - Home Appliance Watch

Torture equipment arrived! I bought it after seeing my followers say it helped them fall asleep better → My impressions after trying it out: 'It hurts so much it takes my breath away!!!' - Togetter

I used to think that taking a bath was quite tiring, but today I found out that the reason was that I kept the shower temperature too high.-Togetter

When someone collapsed on a train and several people were helping him, an old man came up to him and said, 'Don't act cool, you're a good person.' - Togetter

A photo of the final report of the accident in which the submarine that went to see the Titanic collapsed: 'Is this the appearance of the vehicle with five people on board?' - Togetter

'If you want the ability to survive on your own, start with a textbook and exam ticket for Class 4 Dangerous Goods Examination.' 'You can also become an electrician.' - Togetter

The method of distribution for Toba Aquarium's official YouTube channel 'Sea Otter Tank Live Camera' has been changed, and the zookeepers' images will be blurred... The reason for the change is due to harassment from some viewers - Togetter

'My first Burger King, there were 15 employees and about 12 of them were hanging out' → They simply seemed friendly and were also focusing on hiring people with disabilities - Togetter

Bullies sometimes talk to the parents of the children they bully during school visits and other occasions to determine whether it's okay to bully them based on their parents' reactions - Togetter

'You just talk and don't make much profit,' my boss scolded me, and I quit my job at a gas station where I'd worked for over 20 years - Togetter

'I was eating three crepes on a park bench and a dog walker was so leery that I was sad' → I can't help but worry about other things - Togetter

Reuse matching site 'Expo Circular Market Myaku-shi!' launches second call for applications for reuse of fixtures, equipment, etc. | EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai Official Website

◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
[Nobuyoshi Kodera's Weekly Electric Zooma!] Good news for DaVinci Resolve users! The TourBox Elite Plus is now fully compatible - AV Watch

Yamaha | Anime 'Bocchi the Rock!' x Yamaha 'PACIFICA611V BTR LTD' Special Site

Super scary.
'Yesterday, I was having dinner with some old friends, and one of them proudly showed off the Xiaomi AI glasses he was wearing.

The glasses can record and record video, automatically transcribe and summarize the contents of meetings, and apparently can also record and identify people during meetings without being noticed. … https://t.co/Zv6i1xZBga
— Eichan (@Eichan_GZ) living in Shanghai October 16, 2025

This is the best example of Amazon's dark pattern that I almost fell for. https://t.co/TbTEb4dM8Z
— Shino (@SH1N0) October 15, 2025

Every year when I go back home, I cancel about 10 of my parents' subscriptions (EC premium membership, video subscriptions, paid channels, etc.). More than half of them are unaware that they signed up. There seems to be a huge market for dark patterns among the elderly.
— Teppei Sato (@teppeis) October 15, 2025

When it comes to dark patterns, it's not like 'you'll understand if you read it lol.'
The big problem is that even though they have the technology and capital to create a UI that is easy for everyone to understand and difficult to make mistakes with, they are pouring those resources into ``making a profit if they can just fool people.''
— Hiyen (@hiyen119) October 15, 2025

Just a quick report!
Based on your advice, I tried a different method to report it, and it was deleted immediately!!! 😭

Up until now, I had reported it for 'trademark infringement,' but this time I reported it for 'misleading representation (i.e., a representation that could lead customers to mistake it for a Fuji Enamel product),' and they responded immediately! https://t.co/VzlVxhpe5M
— Fuji Enamel [Official] (@fujihoro_japan) October 16, 2025

[Kazuhisa Nishikawa's irregular column] How to turn the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 into a 'demon GPU with 128GB of video memory' - PC Watch

#883 Minisforum: Running LLM at high speed with AI X1 PRO | gihyo.jp

I lost 6 million yen in virtual currency...90% of my assets | Mizu

Unknowingly canceling your Amazon Prime membership? 'Dark patterns' in Japan too: Asahi Shimbun

Artificial Intelligence Basic Plan - Science, Technology and Innovation - Cabinet Office

A note from a person who started using virtual currency and lost 6 million yen (90% of his assets) in the first three months sparks a reaction: 'A really realistic way to lose' and 'It's scary to see a seemingly decent person like this happen' - Togetter

U-NEXT to add 'music subscription' service to video streaming. Aiming for over 6.3 million paying users by August 2030 - AV Watch

31-year-old office worker arrested for allegedly posting sexually explicit deepfake images of celebrities created with generative AI online | NHK News | Generative AI/Artificial Intelligence, IT/Internet

Architecture and technical structure of the ZOZO Match app - ZOZO TECH BLOG

◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)

[Machi★Asobi vol.29 MAP Summary]
・Poppo Street ・Higashishinmachi Shopping Street ・Amiko Building 4F
・Amiko Building 2F outdoor corridor photo spot

We have compiled a map of the above!
This year's Machi★Asobi will be waiting for you with the largest exhibit area ever.

Only 3 days left until the event!! https://t.co/TLPXoz2Q3v pic.twitter.com/ymv9B9gvOm
— Machi Asobi (@machiasobi) October 15, 2025

[Menherarium] I'm having fun playing chinchiro with a mentally unstable girl and risking my life!!! [Help] - Niconico Video

[PICO PARK: Classic Edition] Let's cooperate [VOICEROID commentary] - Niconico Video

OBS Babai Incident: The elite who make it work as a stream [Sakura Miko/HoloLive/HoloLive Clip/Clip] - NicoNico Douga

Announcement and release timing of VTuber corporate group's birthday goods - Myrmecoleon in Paradoxical Library. Hatena Shinkan

[Important] Service Termination Notice | Kerihime Sweets -Official Management Site-

[Important] Notice of Service Termination 'Kerihime Sweets' will be terminating service at 12:00 on Friday, January 30, 2026.
For details, please check the operator's website. https://t.co/o2vDoz2T7h #KeriHime
— Kerihime (@GungHo_Kerihime) October 16, 2025

Tomonobu Itagaki - Last Words: The light of my life is finally about to fade. ... | Facebook

Animation producer Maiko Okada has decided to set up her own studio, so I've decided to join Studio Com from next year! I hope we can create something interesting at Com too! It's a new challenge, so I'm nervous, but I'd appreciate your support! https://t.co/i8GMDjVogH
— Kameda Yoshinori (@59033ihcimihsoy) October 16, 2025

Enemy perspectivepic.twitter.com/EMQH1Bkfdc
— Takeshi Uraki (@URA_kimou) October 16, 2025

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— Umuga Yasushi (@UMUGA_YASUSI) October 15, 2025

'Peleliu - Guernica in Paradise' official trailer / Released on Friday, December 5th - YouTube

Anime 'Ryuuzoku II -The Mourner's Eyes-' Episode 2 Special ED Non-Credit Video | Broadcast every Wednesday from 24:30 - YouTube

[Child of the Favorite] [Child of the 47 Prefectures] Hiroshima Visual Special Video - YouTube

TV anime 'Kanaan-sama is a Choroi' first PV | Broadcast starts in April 2026 - YouTube

TV anime 'The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince of the Neighboring Country' teaser PV [Broadcasting begins in January 2026] - YouTube

TV anime 'Champignon Witch' main PV ┋Broadcasting starts in January 2026 - YouTube

Nintendo Switch2 'Farming Simulator: Signature Edition' Gameplay Trailer-YouTube

Illustration Making Video | 'Towa and the Prayers of the Sacred Tree' - YouTube

Lumines Arise Single Player & Multiplayer Introduction Video | PS5® - YouTube

'Sonic Racing Cross World' Original Soundtrack-YouTube

[Collapse: Star Rail] Nighttime Train | Tanko's Special Therapy - YouTube

The Elder Scrolls Online - Battle at the Wall of Agony - YouTube

'Street Fighter 6' x 'Kamaitachi no Yoru' Tonton Sumo Corporate Competition Teaser Video - YouTube

In the latest episode of 'Thank You Pitch,' the baseball rule that 'cut batting is considered a bunt' was discussed, but this was based on historical fact and was quite controversial at the time. - Togetter

Celebrating the release of 'Demon Slayer: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Castle Arc'! Ten Sony Group companies collaborate on a campaign to deepen fans' love for the series | Sony Group Portal

In a conversation between mom friends who were both age-blurred, I brought up the topic of Nintama, and a witch trial began: 'Who sang 100% of the courage I had as a child?' - Togetter

◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
Movie 'HELP/Revenge Island' Trailer | Released in theaters on Friday, January 30, 2026! - YouTube

Predator: Badlands dubbed trailer (30 seconds) | An unconventional duo faces ultimate survival in the worst possible place | Released worldwide on Friday, November 7th! - YouTube

Justin Palace to retire at the end of the year and become a stud at Arrow Stud. Trainer Haruki Sugiyama: 'I want as many titles as possible.' | Horse Racing News & Features

Justin Palace to retire at the end of the year, scheduled to compete in three races in the autumn: Emperor's Cup, Japan Cup, and Arima Kinen. 2023 Emperor's Cup and Spring Champion - Sponichi Keiba Web

Justin Palace to retire this year to become a stud - Sanspo ZBAT!

[Exclusive] Koichi Domoto has decided to get married. His partner Megumi Sato is retiring from the entertainment industry. She left her agency on September 30th and deleted her Instagram account. (1/1) | Josei Seven Plus

◆New products (clothing, food, housing)

🍔 Introducing a huge new burger🔥!!

[Huge Minced Meat Burger]
The delicious flavor of pork and onions hits you hard! The rich sauce and cabbage will leave you feeling satisfied!

[Double Cheese Minced Meat Burger]
Demi-glace x Cheddar cheese x melty cheese sauce🧀
The rich flavor of the cheese blends perfectly with the minced meat, making this a cheese lover's delight! … pic.twitter.com/CPVXz7UkTj
— Komeda Coffee (@KomedaOfficial) October 16, 2025

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Oct 16, 2025 19:17:00 in Headline, Posted by logc_nt