One of the few Dark Ties requests that doesn’t specify the exact location of the item needed for the NPC is called ‘The Forgotten Number’. This task involves a man at the Yoshida Batting Center who has lost his safe code note.
The only hint he gives is that he stored it “someplace high up,” but it can be tricky to find if you don’t know where to look. Here’s how to complete this simple mission, earn your rewards, and boost Kanda’s reputation.
### Where to Find The Forgotten Number
You should go to the road behind the Yoshida Batting Center, either by walking through the center or heading to the back of the building.
Go up the stairs and proceed to the far side of the roof of the Batting Center. Among the metal signage on the rear side, you will find the safe code note.
You can even find this note before accepting the quest from the NPC.
### Where to Find the Employee Who Lost His Number
The man who lost his number is located inside the Yoshida Batting Center, to the left of the UFO catcher machines.
Be sure to speak with him after you’ve located the note to claim your reward of 400 reputation points and 1,500,000 yen.
An undated photo of US President Donald Trump waving while walking with Chinese President Xi Jinping. — Reuters/File
Trump initiated a phone call amid tense trade relations.
The conversation takes place as accusations arise over essential minerals.
The fragile 90-day tariff rollback agreement faces challenges with ongoing accusations.
On Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, according to China’s state news agency, Xinhua. This discussion comes as trade tensions between the two nations continue to mount.
The call was made at Trump’s request, but Xinhua did not disclose any specifics about their discussion.
The White House has yet to provide a comment on the matter.
This highly awaited conversation occurs against a backdrop of blame traded between Washington and Beijing regarding essential minerals in a conflict that threatens to unravel a delicate ceasefire in their ongoing trade war.
On May 12, the two nations agreed to a 90-day deal that would reduce some of the retaliatory tariffs imposed against one another since Trump took office in January.
While the stock market reacted positively, the provisional agreement failed to address broader issues that have strained their relationship, including the illegal fentanyl trade, the status of Taiwan, and US grievances about China’s state-controlled, export-oriented economic model.
Since his return to the White House in January, Trump has consistently threatened various punitive measures against trading partners but has often walked back those threats at the last moment. This erratic behavior has left global leaders and business executives bewildered, with many stating that the unpredictability complicates market forecasting.
In April, China halted exports of several critical minerals and magnets, causing disruptions for automakers, chip manufacturers, and military contractors across the globe.
Beijing views mineral exports as leverage; curtailing them could generate domestic political pressure on the Republican president if economic growth slows due to production delays for mineral-dependent products.
The 90-day tariff rollback agreement remains precarious. Trump has accused China of violating the terms and has imposed restrictions on chip design software and other shipments destined for China, while Beijing has refuted these claims and threatened to retaliate.
Trump has long sought a call or a meeting with Xi, but China has resisted, adhering to its traditional practice of resolving details before involving the leaders.
The US president and his advisors believe that direct conversations between leaders are essential to overcoming the deadlock that has hindered lower-level negotiators.
The last known contact between the two leaders remains unclear.
Investors are closely monitoring the situation, concerned that a chaotic trade war could impact corporate profits and disturb supply chains in the crucial months leading up to the holiday shopping season. Trump’s tariffs are also currently under dispute in US courts.
India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar (left) and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand. —Facebook/@drsjaishankar/@AnitaOakville/File
Jaishankar mentions discussions on the potential for enhanced India-Canada relations.
He expressed wishes for Anand to have a very productive term.
Canada hosts the largest Sikh community outside of India.
NEW DELHI: India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has confirmed that he communicated with his Canadian counterpart as both nations aim to improve their strained relations.
The telephone conversation, which occurred late Sunday, marks the highest diplomatic engagement between Canada and India since Mark Carney became Prime Minister in March.
Relations have been tense following allegations of India’s involvement in the 2023 assassination of a Canadian Sikh leader, which India has vehemently denied.
During their conversation, Jaishankar discussed the potential for strengthening India-Canada relations with the newly appointed Foreign Minister Anita Anand and wished her well in her new role.
Anand, whose parents are of Indian descent, expressed on X her eagerness to “enhance Canada-India relations, boost economic collaboration, and advance common priorities.”
Canada is home to the largest Sikh population outside of India, including activists for “Khalistan,” a separatist movement advocating for an independent state for Sikhs carved from Indian territory.
Ottawa previously accused India of orchestrating the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a 45-year-old Canadian citizen and prominent Khalistan supporter, in Vancouver, alleging that India also targeted other Sikh activists associated with the movement.
India has consistently rejected these accusations, which have led to a significant decline in diplomatic relations, with both countries expelling several top diplomats last year.
The Khalistan movement dates back to India’s independence in 1947 and has been associated with significant incidents, including the assassination of a Prime Minister and the bombing of a commercial airliner.
This issue continues to create friction between India and numerous Western nations with substantial Sikh populations.
India has called for stronger action against the Khalistan movement, which is prohibited within its borders, with key figures labeled as “terrorists.”
Next month, Canada will host the G7 summit. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to previous summits starting in 2019 when France extended an invitation to him in Biarritz. There are currently no details regarding an invitation for Modi to attend the upcoming summit in Canada.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian participate in a ceremony at the Kremlin in Moscow on January 17, 2025, to sign a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between their countries. — Reuters
On Wednesday, Iran’s parliament ratified a 20-year strategic partnership with Russia, as reported by state media. This agreement signifies a strengthened bilateral relationship, particularly in defense cooperation.
President Vladimir Putin of Russia and his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, officially signed the strategic partnership document on January 17. The pact received approval from the Russian legislature in April. Although it does not include a mutual defense clause, it outlines collaborative efforts to address shared military threats, enhance military-technical cooperation, and engage in joint military exercises.
Since the onset of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, military relations between Iran and Russia have intensified. Western nations have alleged that Iran has supplied missiles and drones to support Russian operations in Ukraine; however, Tehran denies these claims.
The strategic agreement also encompasses various provisions aimed at enhancing economic collaboration, particularly by promoting direct interbank cooperation and increasing the use of their national financial products.
Additionally, last week saw the implementation of a free trade agreement between Iran and the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union, resulting in reduced tariffs designed to facilitate trade between the two nations, both of which are currently facing significant Western sanctions.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) welcomes European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outside 10 Downing Street on April 24, 2025. — AFP
UK PM Starmer and EU leaders to finalize significant defense agreement.
Resolution on fishing rights and food imports achieved after intense negotiations.
Youth mobility program left pending for future discussions.
LONDON: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is poised to formalize a pact for enhanced relations with the European Union at a significant summit on Monday, marking a new era following Britain’s contentious departure from the bloc five years prior.
European diplomats reported that an agreement was reached on redefining the UK’s relationship with the EU after extensive late-night discussions aimed at resolving critical sticking points.
Member states of the EU had approved three key documents to be signed, emphasizing defense strategies and, following last-minute negotiations, the contentious issue of fishing rights.
Starmer has been advocating for stronger ties between the UK and its European counterparts. His Labour government contends that the deal established by the prior Conservative administration “is not beneficial for anyone.”
Since his election last July, which saw the Conservatives removed from power, Starmer has outlined several non-negotiable points he refuses to overlook.
Certain EU demands have continued to be contentious, with Conservative critics already labeling the initiative a “surrender.” A source involved in the talks informed AFP that there was a “late breakthrough last night, although steps remain to be taken.”
During the meeting, the two sides will sign the “Security and Defense Partnership,” which is anticipated to be the centerpiece of discussions between Starmer and key EU figures such as Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa, and chief diplomat Kaja Kallas.
In addition, two other agreements are expected to be finalized on Monday—a collective statement of European solidarity as a result of the EU-UK leaders’ summit, alongside a Common Understanding addressing trade, fishing, and youth mobility issues.
According to the final agreement, UK waters will remain accessible to European fishermen for 12 years after the current contract lapses in 2026. In return, the 27-member EU will indefinitely simplify regulations governing food imports from the UK, as reported by diplomats.
A general consensus was reached regarding youth mobility, with specifics to be negotiated at a later date. This issue has been a major point of friction, as London is concerned that any youth mobility initiative might lead to a re-establishment of free movement between the EU and the UK.
Context of Russian Threats and Trump’s Presidency
The discussions are taking place amid escalating efforts to rearm in response to threats from Russia and uncertainties surrounding the U.S. commitment to protect Europe under President Donald Trump.
The defense partnership may result in more frequent security discussions, potentially seeing the UK participating in EU military operations and allowing access to a €150 billion ($167 billion) defense fund being established by the EU.
However, many details will likely be developed at a later date.
Enabling the UK’s defense sector unrestricted access to EU programs will require further negotiations.
The UK already maintains strong defense ties with 23 EU members through NATO, so the defense agreement was expected to be the most straightforward aspect of the negotiations.
Olivia O’Sullivan, director of the UK in the World program at Chatham House, expressed caution: “I think we should temper our expectations regarding the significance of this development. It represents the next step toward closer collaboration… yet it does not resolve several outstanding issues,” she commented to AFP.
Starmer has ruled out rejoining the EU’s customs union and single market but appears willing to align with the EU regarding food and agricultural regulations.
Regulatory Challenges and Youth Mobility
“We are determined to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and certifications required, as we want to prevent food from wasting due to trucks waiting hours at borders,” said Nick Thomas-Symonds, the UK’s chief negotiator, in an interview with BBC on Sunday.
While Starmer has dismissed the idea of reinstating unrestricted movement, he remains open to a limited youth mobility scheme that would permit some British and European individuals aged 18 to 30 to study and work in each other’s countries.
Starmer is approaching this topic with caution, as support grows for Nigel Farage’s far-right anti-immigration and Eurosceptic party, Reform UK.
Thomas-Symonds noted that any proposed scheme would be “smart and controlled.” He also mentioned that London is pursuing a faster customs path for British travelers at EU borders.
“Our goal is to ensure that Brits traveling for vacation can enjoy their getaway without getting stuck in long lines,” he added.
IO Interactive, the studio behind Hitman, has terminated its collaboration with mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor after a Dublin civil court ruled he was liable for a sexual assault that occurred in 2018.
Last week, McGregor was ordered to pay approximately 250,000 euros (about $257,000) to the accuser in a civil lawsuit. Prosecutors did not pursue criminal charges in this case, leading McGregor to dismiss the allegations as “full of lies.”
“In light of the recent court ruling regarding Conor McGregor, IO Interactive has made the decision to cease its collaboration with the athlete, effective immediately,” the studio announced on X. “We take this matter very seriously and cannot ignore its implications.”
The associated downloadable content (DLC) has been removed from sale, and any related video content has been taken down from YouTube.
In light of the recent court ruling regarding Conor McGregor, IO Interactive has made the decision to cease its collaboration with the athlete, effective immediately. We take this matter very seriously and cannot ignore its implications. Consequently, we will begin removing all…
The former UFC champion has a long history of controversies involving alcohol, driving offenses, and other public incidents that predate his collaboration with IO Interactive on the World of Assassination DLC. He has been arrested in the past, including a notable incident in Florida where he was charged for allegedly assaulting a fan. Although charges were dropped, he also pleaded guilty to assault in 2019 for an altercation at a Dublin pub.
Hitman 3 evolved into Hitman: World of Assassination in 2023, with IO Interactive introducing DLC featuring various celebrities as elusive targets. In this content, McGregor portrayed a character known as The Disruptor, an affluent MMA fighter who comes into conflict with a tech CEO, leading to Agent 47 being tasked with eliminating him. Participants gained access to exclusive cosmetic items, including the iconic fur coat and a cane, alongside a two-level Arcade contract called The Ostentatious.
