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Economic news(2021/05/11)


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Amendments to the Immigration Control Law, etc. Continued discussions without agreement due to ruling and opposition parties

2021-05-11 22:26:00
The ruling party proposed a vote on the 12th at a board meeting of the Legal Committee of the House of Representatives over the amendment of the Immigration Control and Refuge Law, while the opposition party revealed the truth that a Sri Lankan woman died in the detention facility. We decided to continue discussions, saying that we needed to clarify and could not respond.

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Free PCR test for all high school students and faculty members in Yamaguchi Prefecture

2021-05-11 22:05:00
Yamaguchi Prefecture has decided to establish a system for all high school students and faculty members in the prefecture to receive free PCR tests in order to create an environment where high school students can live their school life with peace of mind. Yamaguchi Prefecture says that it is the first free inspection system in Japan for all high schools.

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Movement to expand the sales floor of department stores in Tokyo, which is limited to business due to a request for closure

2021-05-11 21:48:00
In response to a request for closure due to a state of emergency, department stores in Tokyo have been operating only groceries and cosmetics as daily necessities since the 25th of last month, but since the 12th, the sales floor has been expanded. There is a movement to do.

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Movement to expand the sales floor of department stores in Tokyo, which is limited to business due to a request for closure

2021-05-11 21:48:00
In response to a request for closure due to a state of emergency, department stores in Tokyo have been operating only groceries and cosmetics as daily necessities since the 25th of last month, but since the 12th, the sales floor has been expanded. There is a movement to do.

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Documents sent to three drivers in a female fatal accident in their 70s Tokyo

2021-05-11 21:43:00
Last December, in an accident in which a woman in her 70s died on Ring Road 7 in Ota Ward, Tokyo, the Metropolitan Police Department negligently drove three men and women, saying that three cars passing by hit the woman one after another. I sent the documents on suspicion of lethal driving or hit-and-run.

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Documents sent to three drivers in a female fatal accident in their 70s Tokyo

2021-05-11 21:43:00
Last December, in an accident in which a woman in her 70s died on Ring Road 7 in Ota Ward, Tokyo, the Metropolitan Police Department negligently drove three men and women, saying that three cars passing by hit the woman one after another. I sent the documents on suspicion of lethal driving or hit-and-run.

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Asian stock sales orders spread, falling one after another in Taiwan, including 3.7%

2021-05-11 21:32:00
On the 11th, sell orders spread in stock markets throughout Asia, and stock prices fell in many markets such as Taiwan.

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Vaccine dissemination to summit-level meeting to be held on June 2, Foreign Minister Mogi

2021-05-11 21:30:00
Foreign Minister Motegi announced that a summit meeting will be held online on June 2 to discuss measures for the spread of vaccines, and Japan will add contributions to the international framework for distributing vaccines. He showed his thoughts to consider.

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Vaccine dissemination to summit-level meeting to be held on June 2, Foreign Minister Mogi

2021-05-11 21:30:00
Foreign Minister Motegi announced that a summit meeting will be held online on June 2 to discuss measures for the spread of vaccines, and Japan will add contributions to the international framework for distributing vaccines. He showed his thoughts to consider.

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Approximately 77% of 160 people tested for mutant virus in Tokyo confirmed infection

2021-05-11 21:24:00
In Tokyo, a virus test for a highly infectious "N501Y" mutation confirmed that about 77% of 160 people were infected.

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Approximately 77% of 160 people tested for mutant virus in Tokyo confirmed infection

2021-05-11 21:24:00
In Tokyo, a virus test for a highly infectious "N501Y" mutation confirmed that about 77% of 160 people were infected.

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Telephone talks with the Prime Minister of Vietnam to help break the situation in Myanmar

2021-05-11 20:59:00
Prime Minister Suga had a telephone conversation with Vietnam's President Hook and expressed his intention to cooperate with the efforts of the ASEAN-Association of Southeast Asian Nations to break the situation in Myanmar.

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 20:34:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 20:34:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 20:34:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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Message app provided by 3 mobile companies Opened official account of Prime Minister's Office

2021-05-11 20:21:00
The government has opened a new official account for the Prime Minister's Office in the message app "+ Message" provided by the three major mobile phone companies in order to widely disseminate disaster prevention-related information to the public.

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China's use of "comfort women" criticizes government's cabinet decision to "beautify aggression"

2021-05-11 20:19:00
Regarding the comfort women issue, the government has decided that it is appropriate to use the term "comfort women" because the use of the term "comfort women" may be misleading. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China criticized it as "beautifying the history of aggression."

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 19:55:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 19:55:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 19:55:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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China Census Total population is about 1.41 billion Aging is accelerating

2021-05-11 19:24:00
According to the census conducted by the Chinese government in 2020, the total population of China was about 1.41 billion. While the population continues to grow, the proportion of people aged 60 and over has increased significantly, and the progress of aging is becoming even clearer.

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Kei Nishikori Tokyo Olympics Para "If even one person is infected, I'm reluctant"

2021-05-11 19:18:00
Regarding the holding of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics this summer, tennis player Kei Nishikori said, "I'm not so reluctant if even one person gets infected. Ultimately, I should do it when no one gets infected. I think it's possible, "he said, expressing concern.

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More than 15,000 J-League spectators “measures reduce infection risk by 94%”

2021-05-11 19:14:00
As a result of analyzing the risk of infection based on the mask wearing rate etc. in the two J1 games that the soccer J League played last month with more than 15,000 spectators, 94 Announced that a% reduction was observed.

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Fukuoka Torch Relay Public roads canceled Ignition ceremony only

2021-05-11 19:11:00
The Tokyo Olympic torch relay began in Fukuoka Prefecture from the 11th to the 2nd. With Fukuoka Prefecture being added to the target area of ​​the state of emergency from the 12th, all relays on public roads have been canceled, and only the ignition ceremony is being held at two locations in the prefecture for the first time in Japan.

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European stock market drops sharply in various parts of Tokyo and Asian markets

2021-05-11 19:10:00
In the European stock market on the 11th, when trading began on the evening of the 11th of Japan time, stock prices have fallen sharply in various parts of the world due to stock prices in Tokyo and Asian markets.

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The traditional "Nagara River Ukai" safety prayer festival will be postponed to the 1st of next month Gifu

2021-05-11 19:07:00
The opening of Gifu City's traditional "Nagara River Ukai" was postponed on the 11th due to the fact that Gifu City became a target area for "priority measures such as prevention of spread", but some relationships People gathered along the river and prayed for the early opening and the safety of fishing.

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“The more fever consultations, the more infection confirmations” Tokyo Metropolitan Government Over 2000 cases every day

2021-05-11 18:57:00
The number of consultations received at the "Fever Counseling Center" in Tokyo, which introduces medical institutions to people with fever, is on the rise, reaching a high level of over 2,000 every day this month. As the number of fever consultations increases, the number of confirmed infections tends to increase, so the city is becoming more vigilant.

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“The more fever consultations, the more infection confirmations” Tokyo Metropolitan Government Over 2000 cases every day

2021-05-11 18:57:00
The number of consultations received at the "Fever Counseling Center" in Tokyo, which introduces medical institutions to people with fever, is on the rise, reaching a high level of over 2,000 every day this month. As the number of fever consultations increases, the number of confirmed infections tends to increase, so the city is becoming more vigilant.

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Philippines-March GDP -4.2% Negative for 5 consecutive terms Economic stagnation prolonged

2021-05-11 18:45:00
The growth rate of GDP = gross domestic product from January to March in the Philippines was minus 4.2% compared to the same period last year due to the influence of strict restrictions on going out for more than a year, the fifth consecutive quarter of negative economy. The slump has been prolonged.

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Aichi Prefecture BBQ area closed In addition to the state of emergency

2021-05-11 18:44:00
As Aichi Prefecture joins the area subject to the state of emergency from the 12th, the prefecture and Nagoya City are busy with measures such as prohibiting the area where barbecue can be done.

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Explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory 4 people seriously injured Iwaki Fukushima

2021-05-11 18:43:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, causing serious and minor injuries to four people. It hasn't been erased even now, more than 10 hours after the explosion.

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Explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory 4 people seriously injured Iwaki Fukushima

2021-05-11 18:43:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, causing serious and minor injuries to four people. It hasn't been erased even now, more than 10 hours after the explosion.

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Bills such as the establishment of the Digital Agency passed by the Cabinet Committee of the House of Councilors

2021-05-11 18:41:00
The "Digital Reform-related Bill," which the government and the ruling party regard as one of the important bills, was passed by the Cabinet Committee of the House of Councilors, and a total of five bills were passed, including a bill to establish a digital agency. The bill is expected to be passed and passed at the House of Councilors plenary session on the 12th.

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Immigration Control and Refuge Amendment Proposal “Drastic Reexamination” University Professors Statement

2021-05-11 18:38:00
Regarding the amendment of the Immigration Control and Refuge Law, which is being deliberated in the Diet, a university professor who specializes in the Constitution and international law made a statement and said that it would worsen the state of immigration detention, etc. We asked for a drastic review, including the possibility.

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A bill that includes restrictions on the use of land around important facilities, etc. Entered deliberation in the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 18:34:00
On the 11th, the House of Representatives deliberated on a bill that includes usage restrictions such as requiring prior notification when buying and selling land and buildings around facilities that are important for security.

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Nishimura, Minister of Economic Revitalization Aim to reduce commuting by 70% by promoting teleworking

2021-05-11 18:24:00
In response to the extension of the state of emergency, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, held a video conference with representatives of economic organizations to promote teleworking and taking vacations, aiming to reduce the number of employees by 70%, and the status of efforts by each company. We asked for your cooperation in proactively disclosing it.

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Nishimura, Minister of Economic Revitalization Aim to reduce commuting by 70% by promoting teleworking

2021-05-11 18:24:00
In response to the extension of the state of emergency, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, held a video conference with representatives of economic organizations to promote teleworking and taking vacations, aiming to reduce the number of employees by 70%, and the status of efforts by each company. We asked for your cooperation in proactively disclosing it.

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Nishimura, Minister of Economic Revitalization Aim to reduce commuting by 70% by promoting teleworking

2021-05-11 18:24:00
In response to the extension of the state of emergency, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, held a video conference with representatives of economic organizations to promote teleworking and taking vacations, aiming to reduce the number of employees by 70%, and the status of efforts by each company. We asked for your cooperation in proactively disclosing it.

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Business tie-up with Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ to promote digitalization of NTT DoCoMo's financial business

2021-05-11 18:19:00
Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ and NTT DoCoMo announced that they will form a business alliance to support the digitization of financial services. The company is also considering jointly establishing a new company within this fiscal year with the aim of developing new services that utilize customer data.

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Yen exchange rate Small price movements Wait before the announcement of US economic indicators

2021-05-11 18:16:00
On the 11th, the Tokyo foreign exchange market and the yen exchange rate were modest.

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Former Chairman Nissan Ghosn's affidavit read aloud "not the promised reward"

2021-05-11 18:15:00
Former Chairman Carlos Ghosn's affidavit was read aloud for the first time in the trial of former CEO Greg Kelly, who was accused of disclosing less compensation, and the prosecution said that there was unpaid compensation. It turned out that he insisted that it was "just for reference, not the reward promised to be paid in the future."

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Amendment to the National Voting Law Passed by the majority of the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 18:13:00
The amendment to the National Voting Law, which stipulates the procedure for amending the Constitution, was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, and the Constitutional Democratic Party at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 11th, and sent to the House of Councilors. The amendment is expected to be passed in the current Diet based on the agreement between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party.

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Amendment to the National Voting Law Passed by the majority of the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 18:13:00
The amendment to the National Voting Law, which stipulates the procedure for amending the Constitution, was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, and the Constitutional Democratic Party at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 11th, and sent to the House of Councilors. The amendment is expected to be passed in the current Diet based on the agreement between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party.

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 18:10:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 18:10:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum Received a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to continue closing

2021-05-11 18:10:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has decided to continue to close the five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Announced that

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Red panda "Futa" A healthy figure for the first time in 5 months after medical treatment

2021-05-11 18:07:00
The lesser panda "Futa" at Chiba Zoological Park, which gained popularity as it stands up on two legs, was not open to the public due to the treatment of dental diseases, but the treatment is over and it is fine for the first time in about 5 months. It showed up.

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Ibaraki family murder case Seizure of about 10 blades from suspect's house Search again

2021-05-11 17:49:00
It was investigated that about 10 blades had been seized from the home of a 26-year-old man in Saitama prefecture who was arrested in the case where four family members were killed in a house in Sakai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture. I found out by interviewing the people concerned. Police searched the house again on the 11th on suspicion of murdering the couple.

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Extension or cancellation of declaration “Should show convincing indicators” Secretary-general Sakurada

2021-05-11 17:45:00
Regarding the extension of the state of emergency and the expansion of the target area, Mr. Sakurada, the secretary-general of the Keizai Doyukai, said at a press conference that when extending or canceling the declaration, a clear indicator should be given to the public. Shown.

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Extension or cancellation of declaration “Should show convincing indicators” Secretary-general Sakurada

2021-05-11 17:45:00
Regarding the extension of the state of emergency and the expansion of the target area, Mr. Sakurada, the secretary-general of the Keizai Doyukai, said at a press conference that when extending or canceling the declaration, a clear indicator should be given to the public. Shown.

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"Staggered commuting" does not reduce the number of people due to the reduction of flights during the JR East emergency declaration

2021-05-11 17:39:00
Yuji Fukasawa, president of JR East, said at a press conference on the 11th that congestion occurred as a result of reducing flights at the request of Tokyo and the government during the state of emergency. He said that he would like to promote a mechanism to widen the staggered commuting.

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Partnership with Toshiba US GE in the field of offshore wind power generation to domestic production

2021-05-11 17:16:00
In the field of offshore wind power generation, which is expected to play a major role in the realization of a carbon-free society, Toshiba and GE General Electric of the United States have partnered to start domestic production of core equipment for wind turbines.

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[“Declaration” 2 weeks] 16-28% decrease from before the declaration of the number of people in the downtown area

2021-05-11 17:14:00
How has the number of people changed in the downtown areas of Tokyo and Osaka, two weeks after the state of emergency was declared? Analysis using big data revealed that the number of people on the night of the 10th was 16% to 28% lower than before the declaration.

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[“Declaration” 2 weeks] 16-28% decrease from before the declaration of the number of people in the downtown area

2021-05-11 17:14:00
How has the number of people changed in the downtown areas of Tokyo and Osaka, two weeks after the state of emergency was declared? Analysis using big data revealed that the number of people on the night of the 10th was 16% to 28% lower than before the declaration.

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JR East Midori no Madoguchi to reduce about 70% to about 140 stations

2021-05-11 16:52:00
JR East has decided to reduce the number of stations that have "Midori no Madoguchi", which sells tickets face-to-face, by about 70% by 2025, four years later, with the aim of improving management efficiency.

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JR East Midori no Madoguchi to reduce about 70% to about 140 stations

2021-05-11 16:52:00
JR East has decided to reduce the number of stations that have "Midori no Madoguchi", which sells tickets face-to-face, by about 70% by 2025, four years later, with the aim of improving management efficiency.

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Explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory 4 people seriously injured Iwaki Fukushima

2021-05-11 16:45:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, causing serious and minor injuries to four people. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than eight hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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Explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory 4 people seriously injured Iwaki Fukushima

2021-05-11 16:45:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, causing serious and minor injuries to four people. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than eight hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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Modern master craftsman Keiichi Iyama dies Cocktail "Yukiguni" is born

2021-05-11 16:39:00
Keiichi Iyama, a bartender in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, who created the cocktail "Snow Country" that is widely loved overseas and was selected as a modern master craftsman, died at a hospital in the city on the 10th due to demencia senil. I was 95 years old.

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Modern master craftsman Keiichi Iyama dies Cocktail "Yukiguni" is born

2021-05-11 16:39:00
Keiichi Iyama, a bartender in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, who created the cocktail "Snow Country" that is widely loved overseas and was selected as a modern master craftsman, died at a hospital in the city on the 10th due to demencia senil. I was 95 years old.

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Temporary window for vaccination reservations is also available by appointment Mito

2021-05-11 16:34:00
Mito City has decided to accept vaccination reservations for the elderly at temporary counters such as the city hall, but in order to prevent congestion, the reservation itself at the counter will also be made by telephone in advance. It was.

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Stock price drops by 900 yen or more Sell orders swell due to decline in major Asian markets

2021-05-11 15:57:00
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 11th fell by more than 900 yen from the closing price on the 10th. Sell ​​orders swelled as stock prices fell in major Asian markets following the New York market on the 10th.

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Stock price drops by 900 yen or more Sell orders swell due to decline in major Asian markets

2021-05-11 15:57:00
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 11th fell by more than 900 yen from the closing price on the 10th. Sell ​​orders swelled as stock prices fell in major Asian markets following the New York market on the 10th.

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Image of female athlete Arrested man suspected of being reprinted without permission on adult site

2021-05-11 15:52:00
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violating copyright law for reprinting an image of a female athlete broadcast on a television program on an adult site without permission. Athletes' images have been spread on the Internet for sexual purposes one after another, and according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country that a related incident has been detected.

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Image of female athlete Arrested man suspected of being reprinted without permission on adult site

2021-05-11 15:52:00
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violating copyright law for reprinting an image of a female athlete broadcast on a television program on an adult site without permission. Athletes' images have been spread on the Internet for sexual purposes one after another, and according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country that a related incident has been detected.

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Amendments to the Immigration Control Law, etc. Continued discussions without agreement due to ruling and opposition parties

2021-05-11 15:36:00
The ruling party proposed a vote on the 12th at a board meeting of the Legal Committee of the House of Representatives over the amendment of the Immigration Control and Refuge Law, while the opposition party revealed the truth that a Sri Lankan woman died in the detention facility. We decided to continue discussions, saying that we needed to clarify and could not respond.

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Tokyo Metropolitan "Fever Consultation Center" consultation increasing trend Over 2000 cases every day

2021-05-11 15:20:00
The number of consultations received at the "Fever Counseling Center" in Tokyo, which introduces medical institutions to people with fever, is on the rise, reaching a high level of over 2,000 every day this month. As the number of fever consultations increases, the number of confirmed infections tends to increase, so the city is becoming more vigilant.

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Tokyo Metropolitan "Fever Consultation Center" consultation increasing trend Over 2000 cases every day

2021-05-11 15:20:00
The number of consultations received at the "Fever Counseling Center" in Tokyo, which introduces medical institutions to people with fever, is on the rise, reaching a high level of over 2,000 every day this month. As the number of fever consultations increases, the number of confirmed infections tends to increase, so the city is becoming more vigilant.

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Announcement of the rainy season in southern Kyushu, the second earliest after 1956

2021-05-11 15:09:00
In southern Kyushu, there are places where warm and moist air is flowing toward the front and it is raining. It is expected that there will be more cloudy and rainy days in the coming week, and the Japan Meteorological Agency announced at 2:00 pm that "the southern part of Kyushu seems to have entered a rainy season." It was the second earliest rainy season to date after May 1, 1956.

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Announcement of the rainy season in southern Kyushu, the second earliest after 1956

2021-05-11 15:09:00
In southern Kyushu, there are places where warm and moist air is flowing toward the front and it is raining. It is expected that there will be more cloudy and rainy days in the coming week, and the Japan Meteorological Agency announced at 2:00 pm that "the southern part of Kyushu seems to have entered a rainy season." It was the second earliest rainy season to date after May 1, 1956.

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum will continue to be closed At the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government

2021-05-11 14:58:00
The government has decided to continue to close five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. I did.

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum will continue to be closed At the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government

2021-05-11 14:58:00
The government has decided to continue to close five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. I did.

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5 facilities including the National Science Museum will continue to be closed At the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government

2021-05-11 14:58:00
The government has decided to continue to close five national facilities in Tokyo, such as the National Museum of Nature and Science, which were scheduled to resume in line with the extension of the state of emergency from the 12th, at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. I did.

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Minister of Economic Revitalization Nishimura Each ministry and agency takes the initiative in cooperating in reducing commuting

2021-05-11 14:55:00
In response to the extension of the state of emergency, the Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura called on all ministers to promote telework through the organizations under their jurisdiction at the ministerial round-table conference, and each ministry and agency will take the initiative in reducing the number of employees. I asked for your cooperation.

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Amendment to the National Voting Law Passed by the majority of the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 14:42:00
The amendment to the National Voting Law, which stipulates the procedure for amending the Constitution, was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, and the Constitutional Democratic Party at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 11th, and sent to the House of Councilors. The amendment is expected to be passed in the current Diet based on the agreement between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party.

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Amendment to the National Voting Law Passed by the majority of the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 14:42:00
The amendment to the National Voting Law, which stipulates the procedure for amending the Constitution, was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, and the Constitutional Democratic Party at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 11th, and sent to the House of Councilors. The amendment is expected to be passed in the current Diet based on the agreement between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party.

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Former Chairman Nissan Ghosn's affidavit read aloud "not the promised reward"

2021-05-11 14:36:00
Former Chairman Carlos Ghosn's affidavit was read aloud for the first time in the trial of former CEO Greg Kelly, who was accused of disclosing less compensation, and the prosecution said that there was unpaid compensation. It turned out that he insisted that it was "just for reference, not the reward promised to be paid in the future."

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Bill passed the House of Representatives to raise medical expenses for people aged 75 and over to 20%

2021-05-11 14:33:00
A bill to amend the law to raise the window burden of medical expenses for people aged 75 and over to 20% for people with an annual income of 2 million yen or more was voted at the plenary session of the House of Representatives, and was approved by both the Liberal Democratic Party and the Komeito Party. It was passed and sent to the House of Councilors.

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Ground Self-Defense Force Joint Training with French Army Significance for Regional Stability Defense Minister

2021-05-11 14:28:00
Minister of Defense Kishi emphasized the significance of the Ground Self-Defense Force's start of the first joint training in the country with the participation of the French Army on the 11th, which will lead to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Amendment to the National Voting Law Passed by the majority of the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 14:14:00
The amendment to the National Voting Law, which stipulates the procedure for amending the Constitution, was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, and the Constitutional Democratic Party at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 11th, and sent to the House of Councilors. The amendment is expected to be passed in the current Diet based on the agreement between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party.

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Amendment to the National Voting Law Passed by the majority of the House of Representatives

2021-05-11 14:14:00
The amendment to the National Voting Law, which stipulates the procedure for amending the Constitution, was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, and the Constitutional Democratic Party at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 11th, and sent to the House of Councilors. The amendment is expected to be passed in the current Diet based on the agreement between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party.

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Ministry of Finance's decision document falsification problem Emphasized that re-investigation by Finance Minister Aso is unnecessary

2021-05-11 14:05:00
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso re-investigated in connection with the government's approval of the existence of a file left at work by a male employee of the Kinki Local Finance Bureau who committed suicide due to the issue of falsification of the approval document of the Ministry of Finance. Re-emphasized the idea that there is no need.

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Ministry of Finance's decision document falsification problem Emphasized that re-investigation by Finance Minister Aso is unnecessary

2021-05-11 14:05:00
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso re-investigated in connection with the government's approval of the existence of a file left at work by a male employee of the Kinki Local Finance Bureau who committed suicide due to the issue of falsification of the approval document of the Ministry of Finance. Re-emphasized the idea that there is no need.

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Ministry of Finance's decision document falsification problem Emphasized that re-investigation by Finance Minister Aso is unnecessary

2021-05-11 14:05:00
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso re-investigated in connection with the government's approval of the existence of a file left at work by a male employee of the Kinki Local Finance Bureau who committed suicide due to the issue of falsification of the approval document of the Ministry of Finance. Re-emphasized the idea that there is no need.

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Voice calling for Ikee to decline the Olympics "Language violence is not allowed" Olympic Minister

2021-05-11 13:58:00
The Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Marukawa commented at a press conference that Rikako Ikee, a swimmer, was asked to decline participation in the Tokyo Games through SNS. I criticized it.

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Voice calling for Ikee to decline the Olympics "Language violence is not allowed" Olympic Minister

2021-05-11 13:58:00
The Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Marukawa commented at a press conference that Rikako Ikee, a swimmer, was asked to decline participation in the Tokyo Games through SNS. I criticized it.

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Agreement on capital and business alliance with Softbank Malaysian company

2021-05-11 13:53:00
Softbank, a major telecommunications company, has agreed to form a capital and business alliance with a Malaysian company that handles business data analysis. The aim is to strengthen the business that supports the digital transformation of companies in Asia by utilizing the services of the group's communication app, LINE.

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Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Nikai's remarks from former Prime Minister Abe support Prime Minister Suga's continued investment

2021-05-11 13:48:00
Regarding the administration of Prime Minister Suga, former Prime Minister Abe of the Liberal Democratic Party expressed the idea that he should continue to invest after his term as President of the Liberal Democratic Party until the end of September. He reiterated his intention to support the continued investment, saying that the stability of the Liberal Democratic Party is important.

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Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Nikai's remarks from former Prime Minister Abe support Prime Minister Suga's continued investment

2021-05-11 13:48:00
Regarding the administration of Prime Minister Suga, former Prime Minister Abe of the Liberal Democratic Party expressed the idea that he should continue to invest after his term as President of the Liberal Democratic Party until the end of September. He reiterated his intention to support the continued investment, saying that the stability of the Liberal Democratic Party is important.

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Obscene behavior or arrest of a teenage man by giving him a sleeping pill

2021-05-11 13:32:00
A 38-year-old man was arrested for taking obscene acts on a teenage man by taking sleeping pills. Several other men have been affected in similar ways and are being investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department.

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Stock price fell by 900 yen or more Stock price fell in major Asian markets

2021-05-11 13:26:00
On the 11th, the Tokyo Stock Exchange saw more sell orders in the afternoon, and the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily dropped by more than 900 yen compared to yesterday's closing price.

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Stock price fell by 900 yen or more Stock price fell in major Asian markets

2021-05-11 13:26:00
On the 11th, the Tokyo Stock Exchange saw more sell orders in the afternoon, and the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily dropped by more than 900 yen compared to yesterday's closing price.

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"Akagi File" Voices calling for prompt disclosure to the Diet A series of opposition parties

2021-05-11 13:23:00
Regarding the so-called "Akagi file" left in the workplace by a male employee of the Kinki Local Finance Bureau who committed suicide due to the problem of falsification of the approval document of the Ministry of Finance, the truth investigation is indispensable as long as the opposition party acknowledged its existence There were a number of voices calling for prompt disclosure to the Diet.

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"Akagi File" Voices calling for prompt disclosure to the Diet A series of opposition parties

2021-05-11 13:23:00
Regarding the so-called "Akagi file" left in the workplace by a male employee of the Kinki Local Finance Bureau who committed suicide due to the problem of falsification of the approval document of the Ministry of Finance, the truth investigation is indispensable as long as the opposition party acknowledged its existence There were a number of voices calling for prompt disclosure to the Diet.

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Governor of Fukuoka Prefecture Announces Support Measures for Restaurants Requests to Establish an Inoculation Center in the Country

2021-05-11 13:11:00
In response to the state of emergency being declared to Fukuoka Prefecture from the 12th, Governor Hattori announced that he would provide rent subsidies to restaurants that serve alcoholic beverages in response to requests for leave. He also announced that he would like the government to set up a large-scale vaccine inoculation center in Fukuoka City.

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama "Cyber ​​Attacks Skillfully Strengthen Countermeasures"

2021-05-11 13:07:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama said that the cyber attack is rapidly becoming more sophisticated in connection with the fact that the largest pipeline in the United States has been hit by a cyber attack and has been forced to stop the supply of gasoline etc. He showed the idea of ​​strengthening.

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama "Cyber ​​Attacks Skillfully Strengthen Countermeasures"

2021-05-11 13:07:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama said that the cyber attack is rapidly becoming more sophisticated in connection with the fact that the largest pipeline in the United States has been hit by a cyber attack and has been forced to stop the supply of gasoline etc. He showed the idea of ​​strengthening.

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Senkaku sails in the territorial waters for 21 hours Two China Coast Guards are wary of leaving the territorial waters

2021-05-11 13:02:00
Two ships of the China Coast Guard, which invaded Japan's territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture on the 10th and approached Japanese fishing boats, left the territorial waters on the morning of the 11th. The Japan Coast Guard Headquarters continues to be vigilant not to re-enter the territorial waters.

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Image of female athlete Arrested man suspected of being reprinted without permission on adult site

2021-05-11 12:58:00
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violating copyright law for reprinting an image of a female athlete broadcast on a television program on an adult site without permission. Athletes' images have been spread on the Internet for sexual purposes one after another, and according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country that a related incident has been detected.

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Image of female athlete Arrested man suspected of being reprinted without permission on adult site

2021-05-11 12:58:00
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violating copyright law for reprinting an image of a female athlete broadcast on a television program on an adult site without permission. Athletes' images have been spread on the Internet for sexual purposes one after another, and according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country that a related incident has been detected.

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Ibaraki family murder case Seizure of about 10 blades from suspect's house Search again

2021-05-11 12:54:00
It was investigated that about 10 blades had been seized from the home of a 26-year-old man in Saitama prefecture who was arrested in the case where four family members were killed in a house in Sakai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture. I found out by interviewing the people concerned. Police are searching the house again on the suspicion of murdering the couple on the 11th and are investigating in detail.

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Aomori Bank and Michinoku Bank "Consideration of business integration is a fact"

2021-05-11 12:36:00
It has become clear that Aomori Bank and Michinoku Bank, which have their head offices in Aomori City, are making final adjustments by entering into discussions for a business integration. On the morning of the 11th, the two banks commented, "It is true that we are considering a business merger."

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Requests Closed National Cultural Facility "I want to discuss how to respond" Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2021-05-11 12:33:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said on the 11th that the city requested that the museum be closed for five national cultural facilities in Tokyo, including the National Science Museum, which is scheduled to resume after the extension of the state of emergency on the 12th. He expressed his intention to discuss future measures between the government and the capital.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Requests Closed National Cultural Facility "I want to discuss how to respond" Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2021-05-11 12:33:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said on the 11th that the city requested that the museum be closed for five national cultural facilities in Tokyo, including the National Science Museum, which is scheduled to resume after the extension of the state of emergency on the 12th. He expressed his intention to discuss future measures between the government and the capital.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Requests Closed National Cultural Facility "I want to discuss how to respond" Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2021-05-11 12:33:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said on the 11th that the city requested that the museum be closed for five national cultural facilities in Tokyo, including the National Science Museum, which is scheduled to resume after the extension of the state of emergency on the 12th. He expressed his intention to discuss future measures between the government and the capital.

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JR Utsunomiya Line / Shonan-Shinjuku Line resumed operation

2021-05-11 12:29:00
The JR Utsunomiya Line was suspended on the upper and lower lines of Tokyo Station and Utsunomiya Station due to an accident resulting in injury or death at Higashi-Omiya Station in Saitama City, but resumed operation at around 0:10 pm. Due to this effect, the Shonan-Shinjuku Line also suspended operation on some trains, but resumed operation.

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Explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory 4 people seriously injured Iwaki Fukushima

2021-05-11 12:27:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, causing serious and minor injuries to four people. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than four hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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Explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory 4 people seriously injured Iwaki Fukushima

2021-05-11 12:27:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, causing serious and minor injuries to four people. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than four hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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Stock price fell by 800 yen or more Nasdaq stock index fell sharply

2021-05-11 12:07:00
In the Tokyo stock market on the 11th, following the fall in the stock price in the New York market on the 10th, selling orders spread mainly for semiconductor-related stocks, and the Nikkei average stock price fell by more than 800 yen compared to the closing price on the 10th. doing.

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Stock price fell by 800 yen or more Nasdaq stock index fell sharply

2021-05-11 12:07:00
In the Tokyo stock market on the 11th, following the fall in the stock price in the New York market on the 10th, selling orders spread mainly for semiconductor-related stocks, and the Nikkei average stock price fell by more than 800 yen compared to the closing price on the 10th. doing.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Requests Closed National Cultural Facility "I want to discuss how to respond" Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2021-05-11 12:04:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said on the 11th that the city requested that the museum be closed for five national cultural facilities in Tokyo, including the National Science Museum, which is scheduled to resume after the extension of the state of emergency on the 12th. He expressed his intention to discuss future measures between the government and the capital.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Requests Closed National Cultural Facility "I want to discuss how to respond" Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2021-05-11 12:04:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said on the 11th that the city requested that the museum be closed for five national cultural facilities in Tokyo, including the National Science Museum, which is scheduled to resume after the extension of the state of emergency on the 12th. He expressed his intention to discuss future measures between the government and the capital.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Requests Closed National Cultural Facility "I want to discuss how to respond" Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2021-05-11 12:04:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said on the 11th that the city requested that the museum be closed for five national cultural facilities in Tokyo, including the National Science Museum, which is scheduled to resume after the extension of the state of emergency on the 12th. He expressed his intention to discuss future measures between the government and the capital.

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Aomori Bank and Michinoku Bank "Consideration of business integration is a fact"

2021-05-11 11:54:00
It has become clear that Aomori Bank and Michinoku Bank, which have their head offices in Aomori City, are making final adjustments by entering into discussions for a business integration. On the morning of the 11th, the two banks commented, "It is true that we are considering a business merger."

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Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura emphasizes the idea of ​​canceling the state of emergency at the end of this month

2021-05-11 11:53:00
Regarding the state of emergency, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura pointed out that the number of infected people tended to increase at the end of the declaration from January, and repeatedly called for action to prevent the spread of infection. He emphasized the idea of ​​aiming for cancellation at the end of this month, which is the deadline.

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Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura emphasizes the idea of ​​canceling the state of emergency at the end of this month

2021-05-11 11:53:00
Regarding the state of emergency, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura pointed out that the number of infected people tended to increase at the end of the declaration from January, and repeatedly called for action to prevent the spread of infection. He emphasized the idea of ​​aiming for cancellation at the end of this month, which is the deadline.

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Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura emphasizes the idea of ​​canceling the state of emergency at the end of this month

2021-05-11 11:53:00
Regarding the state of emergency, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura pointed out that the number of infected people tended to increase at the end of the declaration from January, and repeatedly called for action to prevent the spread of infection. He emphasized the idea of ​​aiming for cancellation at the end of this month, which is the deadline.

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Image of female athlete Arrested man suspected of being reprinted without permission on adult site

2021-05-11 11:47:00
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violating copyright law for reprinting an image of a female athlete broadcast on a television program on an adult site without permission. Athletes' images have been spread on the Internet for sexual purposes one after another, and according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country that a related incident has been detected.

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Image of female athlete Arrested man suspected of being reprinted without permission on adult site

2021-05-11 11:47:00
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violating copyright law for reprinting an image of a female athlete broadcast on a television program on an adult site without permission. Athletes' images have been spread on the Internet for sexual purposes one after another, and according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country that a related incident has been detected.

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Explosion at Fukushima Iwaki factory 4 people injured All conscious

2021-05-11 11:21:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, and four people were seriously injured according to the fire department. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than three hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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Explosion at Fukushima Iwaki factory 4 people injured All conscious

2021-05-11 11:21:00
On the morning of the 11th, an explosion occurred at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, and four people were seriously injured according to the fire department. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than three hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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JR Utsunomiya Line Tokyo-Utsunomiya driving suspension

2021-05-11 11:15:00
The JR Utsunomiya Line is not operating on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Utsunomiya Station due to a personal injury that occurred at Higashi-Omiya Station in Saitama City at around 10:56 am. Due to this effect, the Shonan-Shinjuku Line is also suspending operation on some trains.

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Life insurance companies' insurance premium payment grace period extended for up to 6 months By expanding the scope of declaration

2021-05-11 11:00:00
In response to the expansion of the scope of emergency declarations to Aichi and Fukuoka in addition to the four prefectures of Tokyo, Osaka, Hyogo, and Kyoto, life insurance companies will be able to cover these areas if requested by policyholders. The period for deferring insurance premium payments will be extended for up to 6 months. In addition, the Life Insurance Association of Japan is calling to contact the insurance company with which it has a contract, as it will also accept claims for insurance claims and benefits even if some documents are not available.

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Explosion at Fukushima Iwaki factory 4 people injured All conscious

2021-05-11 10:48:00
On the morning of the 11th, there was an explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, and according to the fire department, four people were injured, but all of them are conscious. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than two hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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Explosion at Fukushima Iwaki factory 4 people injured All conscious

2021-05-11 10:48:00
On the morning of the 11th, there was an explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, and according to the fire department, four people were injured, but all of them are conscious. Fire extinguishing activities are still ongoing, more than two hours after the explosion, and police and fire departments are investigating the situation in detail.

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"Congestion due to reduced flights during commuting time Next time, we will respond appropriately" Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane

2021-05-11 10:44:00
The Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane reported after the Cabinet meeting on the 11th that JR East and others reduced the number of trains operated during commuting hours on weekdays at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the government during the state of emergency. At the meeting, he said, "We must be able to respond appropriately next time," and expressed his intention to consider future measures.

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"Congestion due to reduced flights during commuting time Next time, we will respond appropriately" Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane

2021-05-11 10:44:00
The Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane reported after the Cabinet meeting on the 11th that JR East and others reduced the number of trains operated during commuting hours on weekdays at the request of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the government during the state of emergency. At the meeting, he said, "We must be able to respond appropriately next time," and expressed his intention to consider future measures.

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Members of the Bank of Japan's Monetary Policy Meeting in April are wary of the economic outlook

2021-05-11 10:34:00
The Bank of Japan announced the "main opinions" of the monetary policy meeting held in April. While the state of emergency was declared in Tokyo and Osaka, it was found that the policymakers were showing a series of cautions about the future of the economy.

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Stock price temporarily dropped by more than 600 yen Nasdaq stock index fell sharply

2021-05-11 09:58:00
On the 11th, the Tokyo Stock Exchange saw an increase in sell orders immediately after the start of the transaction, and the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily dropped by more than 600 yen. Market officials said, "In response to the sharp drop in the stock index of Nasdaq, which has many IT-related stocks, in the New York market on the 10th, sales orders are expanding for stocks such as semiconductors and electronic parts in the Tokyo market as well." I will.

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Stock price temporarily dropped by more than 600 yen Nasdaq stock index fell sharply

2021-05-11 09:58:00
On the 11th, the Tokyo Stock Exchange saw an increase in sell orders immediately after the start of the transaction, and the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily dropped by more than 600 yen. Market officials said, "In response to the sharp drop in the stock index of Nasdaq, which has many IT-related stocks, in the New York market on the 10th, sales orders are expanding for stocks such as semiconductors and electronic parts in the Tokyo market as well." I will.

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Explosion at Fukushima Iwaki factory 4 people injured All conscious

2021-05-11 09:12:00
On the morning of the 11th, there was an explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, and according to the fire department, four people were injured. Both are conscious, so the police and fire department are investigating the detailed situation.

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Explosion at Fukushima Iwaki factory 4 people injured All conscious

2021-05-11 09:12:00
On the morning of the 11th, there was an explosion at a chemical manufacturer's factory in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, and according to the fire department, four people were injured. Both are conscious, so the police and fire department are investigating the detailed situation.

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Two bodies from the burnt remains of a house in Mizumaki, Fukuoka Is it an elderly couple?

2021-05-11 09:01:00
Before dawn on the 11th, a fire broke out in a house that doubled as a store in Mizumaki Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, and two people were found dead. The police are proceeding with confirmation of their identities, assuming that they were the ones who died because they could not contact the two couples in their 80s who lived in this house.

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Also launching rockets that continue to collide in Jerusalem

2021-05-11 06:59:00
In Jerusalem in the Middle East, while Israeli security forces and Palestinians continue to clash, rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip in Palestine around Jerusalem, and the Israeli side retaliated with air bombs. There is concern that the number will increase.

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Two bodies from the burnt remains of a house in Mizumaki, Fukuoka Is it an elderly couple?

2021-05-11 06:30:00
Before dawn on the 11th, a fire broke out in a house that doubled as a store in Mizumaki Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, and two people were found dead. Police are confirming that they have not been able to contact two elderly couples who are believed to live in this house.

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NY Dow Jones Industrial Average drops for the first time in 6 days Nasdaq drops sharply

2021-05-11 05:57:00
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell for the first time in six days on the New York stock market at the beginning of the week.

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Five banks jointly establish new company To provide cheaper remittance service than ATM

2021-05-11 05:54:00
Five banks, including Mega Bank, will jointly establish a new company that will allow you to use your smartphone to send money at a lower fee than ATMs = automated teller machines.

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Honda may have a problem with the sedan steering device sold in the US

2021-05-11 05:39:00
The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced that it has begun an initial investigation into a sedan sold by Honda in the United States, saying it may have a problem with the steering device that controls the direction of travel.

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Rhagades found in multiple vehicles manufactured by Hitachi in the UK Suspended one after another on high-speed rail

2021-05-11 05:21:00
Rhagades were found in several Hitachi vehicles operating in the United Kingdom, resulting in a series of suspensions on high-speed rail lines connecting London and other parts of the world.

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US Pipeline Cyber ​​Attack “Russian Crowds Involved” FBI

2021-05-11 05:12:00
The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) has determined that a group of Russian hackers was involved in the case where one of the largest pipelines in the United States was hit by a cyber attack and was forced to suspend the supply of gasoline and other products. The pipeline is aiming to recover by this weekend, but prolonged supply outages could have implications for economic activity.

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Requested the Agency for Cultural Affairs to continue closing before reopening national facilities such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum

2021-05-11 04:34:00
Among the museums and art galleries in Tokyo that the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has requested to be closed under the law even after the extension of the state of emergency, the national facilities will resume from the 12th, and the city will tell the Agency for Cultural Affairs on the night of the 10th , I strongly requested that the museum be closed.

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Requested the Agency for Cultural Affairs to continue closing before reopening national facilities such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum

2021-05-11 04:34:00
Among the museums and art galleries in Tokyo that the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has requested to be closed under the law even after the extension of the state of emergency, the national facilities will resume from the 12th, and the city will tell the Agency for Cultural Affairs on the night of the 10th , I strongly requested that the museum be closed.

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Aomori Bank Michinoku Bank Business Integration Talks To be officially announced this week

2021-05-11 04:30:00
"Aomori Bank" and "Michinoku Bank", which have their head offices in Aomori City, are making final adjustments by entering into discussions for business integration in order to strengthen the management base. It seems that they are jointly establishing a holding company and are considering a plan to bring the two banks under their umbrella, and will officially announce this week as well.

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Discussion for constitutional amendment "should proceed" 54% NHK poll

2021-05-11 04:20:00
When asked in an NHK poll whether they should or should not proceed with discussions on constitutional amendment, 54% of the respondents answered that they should proceed.

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Discussion for constitutional amendment "should proceed" 54% NHK poll

2021-05-11 04:20:00
When asked in an NHK poll whether they should or should not proceed with discussions on constitutional amendment, 54% of the respondents answered that they should proceed.

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