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A man stays in an internet cafe and holds a female employee hostage

2021-06-17 23:14:00
According to the Saitama Prefectural Police Headquarters, a man is holding a female employee in his twenties as a hostage at an internet cafe in Omiya Ward, Saitama City.

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A man stays in an internet cafe and holds a female employee hostage

2021-06-17 23:14:00
According to the Saitama Prefectural Police Headquarters, a man is holding a female employee in his twenties as a hostage at an internet cafe in Omiya Ward, Saitama City.

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Tennis Nadal Olympic Missing "It wasn't an easy decision"

2021-06-17 22:48:00
It turns out that Spain's Rafael Nadal, who is third in the world ranking in men's tennis singles, will miss the Tokyo Olympics.

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Defense Minister Kishi plans to cooperate with EU to advance China into the ocean

2021-06-17 22:22:00
Minister of Defense Kishi gave an online speech at the EU-European Union parliament, pointing out that China is activating activities in the South China Sea and other areas, and intends to cooperate with EU countries for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Was shown.

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Chairman Omi lifted the declaration of Tokyo "It was an annoying and complicated decision"

2021-06-17 22:14:00
Shigeru Omi, chairman of the government subcommittee, said at a press conference held with the Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura on the night of the 17th that he had approved the policy of canceling the state of emergency in nine prefectures except Okinawa. The number of infected people was not surely heading toward "Stage 2", and there were various factors that spread the infection, so it was a very annoying and complicated decision to cancel the declaration. I acknowledged that the tight medical situation had improved considerably, and there was also the opinion that the declaration had been issued for quite some time and that the general public was reaching its limits. " It was. On top of that, "The subcommittee has pointed out the rise of infection in the younger generation and the increase in the number of people in downtown areas at night as indicators for catching signs of re-expansion and taking countermeasures. Now, these two are already true. More importantly, when the number of infected people is increasing in the next two weeks or so, the beds they have secured will be filled up, and measures should be taken sooner in the past. In some cases, it is thought that this was the case, so I would like you to make a decision to take strong measures promptly. "

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Chairman Omi lifted the declaration of Tokyo "It was an annoying and complicated decision"

2021-06-17 22:14:00
Shigeru Omi, chairman of the government subcommittee, said at a press conference held with the Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura on the night of the 17th that he had approved the policy of canceling the state of emergency in nine prefectures except Okinawa. The number of infected people was not surely heading toward "Stage 2", and there were various factors that spread the infection, so it was a very annoying and complicated decision to cancel the declaration. I acknowledged that the tight medical situation had improved considerably, and there was also the opinion that the declaration had been issued for quite some time and that the general public was reaching its limits. " It was. On top of that, "The subcommittee has pointed out the rise of infection in the younger generation and the increase in the number of people in downtown areas at night as indicators for catching signs of re-expansion and taking countermeasures. Now, these two are already true. More importantly, when the number of infected people is increasing in the next two weeks or so, the beds they have secured will be filled up, and measures should be taken sooner in the past. In some cases, it is thought that this was the case, so I would like you to make a decision to take strong measures promptly. "

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Chairman Omi lifted the declaration of Tokyo "It was an annoying and complicated decision"

2021-06-17 22:14:00
Shigeru Omi, chairman of the government subcommittee, said at a press conference held with the Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura on the night of the 17th that he had approved the policy of canceling the state of emergency in nine prefectures except Okinawa. The number of infected people was not surely heading toward "Stage 2", and there were various factors that spread the infection, so it was a very annoying and complicated decision to cancel the declaration. I acknowledged that the tight medical situation had improved considerably, and there was also the opinion that the declaration had been issued for quite some time and that the general public was reaching its limits. " It was. On top of that, "The subcommittee has pointed out the rise of infection in the younger generation and the increase in the number of people in downtown areas at night as indicators for catching signs of re-expansion and taking countermeasures. Now, these two are already true. More importantly, when the number of infected people is increasing in the next two weeks or so, the beds they have secured will be filled up, and measures should be taken sooner in the past. In some cases, it is thought that this was the case, so I would like you to make a decision to take strong measures promptly. "

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Suppressing flying while increasing breathability Performance experiment of new mask Kawasaki City

2021-06-17 21:54:00
In order to avoid removing the mask due to suffocation when watching sports, an experiment was conducted in Kawasaki City to investigate the performance of a new mask that can suppress flying while increasing breathability.

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Tariffs on stainless steel products China fights against Japan's WTO suit

2021-06-17 21:19:00
The Japanese government has filed a lawsuit against the WTO (World Trade Organization) that China imposes high tariffs on Japanese stainless steel products, which violates the rules of international trade. Showed a fighting attitude.

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Chairman Omi “There are factors that can cause re-spreading of infection.

2021-06-17 21:18:00
Shigeru Omi, chairman of the Advisory Committee on the Basic Response Policy, who attended the press conference of Prime Minister Suga, said, "The most important thing is to firmly recognize that there are factors that will cause the re-spread of infection. For example. Infections have remained high in Tokyo, the number of people has continued to increase for five weeks, and the annual events that boost infections such as Obon and summer vacation are approaching. Vaccination is one of the factors that suppress the spread of infection, but on the other hand, infection There are quite a few factors that can cause this to expand. " On top of that, regarding the measures that will be required in the future, "Raising the vaccination rate quickly is a measure at 1-1. Also, it is very possible to test people in a cluster-prone group at the same time as strategic vaccination. It is important. As we ask the people to take strong measures, I think that stronger national and local government leadership is required. "

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Chairman Omi “There are factors that can cause re-spreading of infection.

2021-06-17 21:18:00
Shigeru Omi, chairman of the Advisory Committee on the Basic Response Policy, who attended the press conference of Prime Minister Suga, said, "The most important thing is to firmly recognize that there are factors that will cause the re-spread of infection. For example. Infections have remained high in Tokyo, the number of people has continued to increase for five weeks, and the annual events that boost infections such as Obon and summer vacation are approaching. Vaccination is one of the factors that suppress the spread of infection, but on the other hand, infection There are quite a few factors that can cause this to expand. " On top of that, regarding the measures that will be required in the future, "Raising the vaccination rate quickly is a measure at 1-1. Also, it is very possible to test people in a cluster-prone group at the same time as strategic vaccination. It is important. As we ask the people to take strong measures, I think that stronger national and local government leadership is required. "

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Surfing festival at the Olympic venue “Countermeasures against infection risk” Governor of Chiba Prefecture

2021-06-17 21:09:00
Governor Kumagai of Chiba Prefecture told the Games Organizing Committee about an event called "Surfing Festival" that will be held for spectators throughout the eight days at the venue in Ichinomiya Town, Chiba Prefecture, where the surfing competition of the Tokyo Olympics will be held. , Showed the idea of ​​seeking measures to reduce the risk of infection.

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Kanagawa Prefecture "Prevention of spread" is extended to reduce the applicable area to ease the provision of alcoholic beverages

2021-06-17 20:42:00
In response to the extension of "Priority Measures to Prevent Spread", Kanagawa Prefecture has reduced the area to which the measures are applied from the previous 20 cities and towns to 6 cities such as Yokohama City, and provided alcoholic beverages at restaurants in the target area. We are making final adjustments to allow conditions until 7:00 pm.

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Mt. Ontake Proceedings Chief of the Meteorological Agency at the time "Judging that it is not necessary to raise the level"

2021-06-17 20:38:00
In a trial in which the bereaved family and others are seeking compensation from the national government and Nagano prefecture for failing to raise the eruption alert level just before the eruption of Mt. Ontake seven years ago, the then volcanic section manager of the Japan Meteorological Agency said, "Volcanic earthquake. Although the number of times was increasing, we decided that it was not necessary to raise the level based on other observation data. "

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[Updated from time to time] Prime Minister Suga's interview 7 prefectures shift to "prevention of spread"

2021-06-17 20:17:00
This is a statement made at a press conference by Prime Minister Suga.

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[Updated from time to time] Prime Minister Suga's interview 7 prefectures shift to "prevention of spread"

2021-06-17 20:17:00
This is a statement made at a press conference by Prime Minister Suga.

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[Updated from time to time] Prime Minister Suga's interview 7 prefectures shift to "prevention of spread"

2021-06-17 20:17:00
This is a statement made at a press conference by Prime Minister Suga.

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Okinawa Prefecture “Declaration” extension Decided new countermeasures such as reopening schools

2021-06-17 20:16:00
The government has decided to extend the period of emergency declaration issued to Okinawa Prefecture by three weeks, exceeding the two weeks requested by the prefecture. Okinawa Prefecture's newly decided coping policy includes refraining from going out and responding to restaurants as before, while canceling the request for school closure and resuming it from the 21st.

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Transition to "prevention of spread" Osaka restaurant "Open until 9 o'clock at least"

2021-06-17 20:11:00
As the request content continues to be examined due to the shift from a state of emergency to priority measures such as prevention of spread, the food and beverage industry, which has been restricted for a long time, has expressed a desire for relaxation.

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Transition to "prevention of spread" Osaka restaurant "Open until 9 o'clock at least"

2021-06-17 20:11:00
As the request content continues to be examined due to the shift from a state of emergency to priority measures such as prevention of spread, the food and beverage industry, which has been restricted for a long time, has expressed a desire for relaxation.

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Opinions of the Tokyo Olympics and Paras Chairman Omi and other experts volunteer to meet on the 18th

2021-06-17 19:58:00
Expert volunteers, including Chairman Shigeru Omi of the government subcommittee, will hold a press conference on the night of the 18th to explain their views on the risk assessment of the spread of infection associated with the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

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Opinions of the Tokyo Olympics and Paras Chairman Omi and other experts volunteer to meet on the 18th

2021-06-17 19:58:00
Expert volunteers, including Chairman Shigeru Omi of the government subcommittee, will hold a press conference on the night of the 18th to explain their views on the risk assessment of the spread of infection associated with the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

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More than 900 people in elementary and junior high schools have diarrhea or abdominal pain Mass food poisoning or Toyama City

2021-06-17 19:43:00
On the 17th, more than 900 children and faculty members were absent or left early due to symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain at multiple elementary and junior high schools and childcare facilities in Toyama City. Toyama City considers that there is a possibility of food poisoning, and is investigating in detail the milk that is commonly provided for school lunches and snacks at schools and childcare facilities.

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More than 900 people in elementary and junior high schools have diarrhea or abdominal pain Mass food poisoning or Toyama City

2021-06-17 19:43:00
On the 17th, more than 900 children and faculty members were absent or left early due to symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain at multiple elementary and junior high schools and childcare facilities in Toyama City. Toyama City considers that there is a possibility of food poisoning, and is investigating in detail the milk that is commonly provided for school lunches and snacks at schools and childcare facilities.

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Myanmar national team player applying for refugee status "I don't regret it, but I'm worried about my family"

2021-06-17 19:19:00
A soccer and Myanmar national team player who refused to return to Myanmar, where the military has continued to crack down on citizens, and indicated his intention to apply for refugee status in Japan, met in Osaka on the 17th, saying, "About my life being saved. I was relieved, but I was worried about my family in Myanmar. "

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[Updated from time to time] Prime Minister Suga's interview 7 prefectures shift to "prevention of spread"

2021-06-17 19:15:00
This is a statement made at a press conference by Prime Minister Suga.

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[Updated from time to time] Prime Minister Suga's interview 7 prefectures shift to "prevention of spread"

2021-06-17 19:15:00
This is a statement made at a press conference by Prime Minister Suga.

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[Updated from time to time] Prime Minister Suga's interview 7 prefectures shift to "prevention of spread"

2021-06-17 19:15:00
This is a statement made at a press conference by Prime Minister Suga.

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Tochigi will be brought back in a few hours

2021-06-17 19:10:00
On the morning of the 17th, there was a fuss about 30 calves escaping from the ranch in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, but they were successfully captured.

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Okinawa Prefecture "Declaration" extension draft of coping policy Cancellation request for school closure

2021-06-17 19:02:00
The government has decided to extend the period of emergency declaration issued to Okinawa Prefecture by three weeks, exceeding the two weeks requested by the prefecture. The original draft of the coping policy that Okinawa Prefecture is considering includes refraining from going out and responding to restaurants as before, while canceling the request for school closure and resuming it from the 21st of next week.

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Okinawa Ishigaki Drowned during snorkeling? Two women in their 70s died

2021-06-17 18:49:00
On the 16th, two women in their 70s were found floating in the sea unconscious on a beach in Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture, and then died. Police are investigating that they may have drowned while snorkeling.

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Chiba Prefecture “Prevention of spread” extension Target area review 6 cities removed and 5 cities added

2021-06-17 18:46:00
While the application of "priority measures such as prevention of spread" to Chiba Prefecture is expected to be extended until the 11th of next month, Governor Kumagai has removed a part of the northwestern part of the prefecture from the target area, while the number of infected people has increased rapidly. We have added 5 cities such as Ichihara City, and have indicated a policy to review the total to 11 cities.

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Shiori Yamao, Member of the House of Representatives, intends not to run for the next House of Representatives election

2021-06-17 18:45:00
Shiori Yamao, a member of the House of Representatives of the Democratic Party for the People, said in a video on the Internet that he would like to break this term, and stated that he would not run for the next House of Representatives election.

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Shiori Yamao, Member of the House of Representatives, intends not to run for the next House of Representatives election

2021-06-17 18:45:00
Shiori Yamao, a member of the House of Representatives of the Democratic Party for the People, said in a video on the Internet that he would like to break this term, and stated that he would not run for the next House of Representatives election.

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Saitama Prefecture "Prevention of spread" extension Targets are Saitama City and Kawaguchi City

2021-06-17 18:44:00
In response to the decision to extend "priority measures such as prevention of spread", Saitama Prefecture is requesting restaurants in Saitama City and Kawaguchi City, which are the target areas, to continue to shorten business hours to 8:00 pm , We have decided to allow the provision of alcoholic beverages to stores that have been certified for infection control in the prefecture.

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Representative Edano of the Constitutional Democratic Party “If you gain power, do not form a coalition with Communism”

2021-06-17 18:38:00
Regarding the next House of Representatives election, the Constitutional Democratic Party's representative, Edano, announced at a coalition meeting that he would not form a coalition with the Communist Party if he gained power, but would like to only partially cooperate with each policy. did.

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Representative Edano of the Constitutional Democratic Party “If you gain power, do not form a coalition with Communism”

2021-06-17 18:38:00
Regarding the next House of Representatives election, the Constitutional Democratic Party's representative, Edano, announced at a coalition meeting that he would not form a coalition with the Communist Party if he gained power, but would like to only partially cooperate with each policy. did.

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Seibu Shinjuku Line Limited express trains, etc.

2021-06-17 18:25:00
On the Seibu Shinjuku Line, due to the impact of a personal injury at Ueigusa Station that occurred before 5 pm, the limited express train that connects Seibu Shinjuku Station and Honkawakoshi Station and the Haijima Liner that connects Seibu Shinjuku Station and Haijima Station are not driving. .. Regular trains are in operation, but there is a delay.

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Yen exchange rate declines Yen selling and dollar buying movements are also limited during the day

2021-06-17 18:24:00
On the 17th, the yen exchange rate fell in the Tokyo foreign exchange market.

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Aichi Prefecture “Prevention of spread” transition Target 14 cities and towns including Nagoya City

2021-06-17 18:21:00
Governor Omura of Aichi Prefecture has announced that if the state of emergency is lifted and shifts to priority measures such as prevention of spread, 14 cities and towns such as Nagoya will be targeted for priority measures. While requesting restaurants in the target area to continue to shorten their business hours by 8:00 pm, the policy is to allow alcoholic beverages that are currently being refrained from being served until 7:00 pm.

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Killed wife and five children and set fire to room Father's trial Prosecutor's death sentence

2021-06-17 18:18:00
Four years ago, the prosecution said, "It's a cruel and cruel crime," to a 36-year-old father who was accused of murder and arson after killing six family members in a prefectural housing in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture. I sought the death penalty.

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More than 460 people have diarrhea or abdominal pain at elementary and junior high schools in Toyama City.

2021-06-17 18:02:00
On the 17th, a total of more than 460 children and faculty members were absent at several elementary and junior high schools and childcare facilities in Toyama City, complaining of symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Toyama City considers that there is a possibility of food poisoning, and is investigating in detail the milk that is commonly provided for school lunches and snacks at schools and childcare facilities.

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More than 460 people have diarrhea or abdominal pain at elementary and junior high schools in Toyama City.

2021-06-17 18:02:00
On the 17th, a total of more than 460 children and faculty members were absent at several elementary and junior high schools and childcare facilities in Toyama City, complaining of symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Toyama City considers that there is a possibility of food poisoning, and is investigating in detail the milk that is commonly provided for school lunches and snacks at schools and childcare facilities.

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Representative of Oita religious group petitioned for the construction of a burial graveyard for Muslims in Japan

2021-06-17 17:54:00
A representative of a Muslim group in Oita Prefecture visited the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare on the 17th, saying that there is a national shortage of graveyards that can be buried when Muslims living in Japan die, and public graveyards that can be buried in each prefecture. Petitioned to maintain.

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SNS Hibo Slandering Proposal for strengthening Liberal Democratic Penalties Report to Hana Kimura's mother

2021-06-17 17:44:00
A subcommittee of the Liberal Democratic Party, which is considering measures against slander on SNS, invites Kyoko, the mother of deceased professional wrestler Hana Kimura, to the party headquarters and calls for the government to strengthen penalties for insulting criminal law. I told you that I have summarized the recommendations of.

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SNS Hibo Slandering Proposal for strengthening Liberal Democratic Penalties Report to Hana Kimura's mother

2021-06-17 17:44:00
A subcommittee of the Liberal Democratic Party, which is considering measures against slander on SNS, invites Kyoko, the mother of deceased professional wrestler Hana Kimura, to the party headquarters and calls for the government to strengthen penalties for insulting criminal law. I told you that I have summarized the recommendations of.

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Representative Edano of the Constitutional Democratic Party “If you gain power, do not form a coalition with Communism”

2021-06-17 17:39:00
Regarding the next House of Representatives election, the Constitutional Democratic Party's representative, Edano, announced at a coalition meeting that he would not form a coalition with the Communist Party if he gained power, but would like to only partially cooperate with each policy. did.

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Representative Edano of the Constitutional Democratic Party “If you gain power, do not form a coalition with Communism”

2021-06-17 17:39:00
Regarding the next House of Representatives election, the Constitutional Democratic Party's representative, Edano, announced at a coalition meeting that he would not form a coalition with the Communist Party if he gained power, but would like to only partially cooperate with each policy. did.

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Tokyo Olympics / Para Komeito Yamaguchi Representative Opposition Cancellation Opinion "Unrealistic"

2021-06-17 17:21:00
Regarding the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, Komeito representative Yamaguchi criticized at the party's central secretariat that there was an opinion calling for the opposition to cancel, "it is an extremely unrealistic claim that may arouse public unrest." did.

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Representative of Oita religious group petitioned for the construction of a burial graveyard for Muslims in Japan

2021-06-17 17:11:00
A representative of a Muslim group in Oita Prefecture visited the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare on the 17th, saying that there is a national shortage of graveyards that can be buried when Muslims living in Japan die. I petitioned to maintain the graveyard.

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More than 40 years since the start of operation Fukui Mihama Nuclear Power Plant Unit 3 will restart on the 23rd of this month

2021-06-17 17:11:00
At Mihama Nuclear Power Station Unit 3 of Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc. in Fukui Prefecture, which has been in operation for more than 40 years, the national inspection required before starting the reactor has been completed on the 17th and will be restarted on the 23rd of this month. I did. This will be the first case in Japan to operate for more than 40 years after the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

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More than 460 people have diarrhea or abdominal pain at elementary and junior high schools in Toyama City.

2021-06-17 17:08:00
On the 17th, a total of more than 460 children and faculty members were absent at several elementary and junior high schools and childcare facilities in Toyama City, complaining of symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Toyama City is investigating the possibility of food poisoning caused by school lunches and snacks at schools and childcare facilities.

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Okinawa Ishigaki Drowned during snorkeling? Two elderly women died

2021-06-17 17:08:00
On the afternoon of the 16th, two women were found floating in the sea unconscious on a beach in Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture, and then died. Police are investigating that they may have drowned while snorkeling.

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More than 460 people have diarrhea or abdominal pain at elementary and junior high schools in Toyama City.

2021-06-17 17:08:00
On the 17th, a total of more than 460 children and faculty members were absent at several elementary and junior high schools and childcare facilities in Toyama City, complaining of symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Toyama City is investigating the possibility of food poisoning caused by school lunches and snacks at schools and childcare facilities.

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New positives in Tokyo "stopping down" pointed out the possibility of spreading infection beyond the third wave

2021-06-17 17:01:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts evaluated that the number of new positives in Tokyo had stopped declining, and pointed out that there is a possibility of a rapid spread of infection beyond the third wave. On top of that, he urged us to control the flow of people more than ever and take thorough infection control measures.

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New positives in Tokyo "stopping down" pointed out the possibility of spreading infection beyond the third wave

2021-06-17 17:01:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts evaluated that the number of new positives in Tokyo had stopped declining, and pointed out that there is a possibility of a rapid spread of infection beyond the third wave. On top of that, he urged us to control the flow of people more than ever and take thorough infection control measures.

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Expected to lift the "declaration" to prepare for the reopening of the zoo in Fukuoka City

2021-06-17 16:46:00
In response to the state of emergency, preparations are underway for the reopening at the Fukuoka City Zoo, which had been temporarily closed for over a month.

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Power harassment at the Kyushu District Police Bureau police drinking party When Miyazaki's deputy chief

2021-06-17 16:43:00
Power harassment such as using the palm of a subordinate as a cigarette ashtray at a drinking party at work when a male police officer in his 50s seconded to the Kyushu District Police Department was the deputy chief of a police station in Miyazaki Prefecture. I found out that I was doing the act. The police will soon dispose of this police alert and caution.

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"Data showing the existence of a large amount of water and organic matter" from asteroid sand, etc.

2021-06-17 16:16:00
A sample of the asteroid "Ryugu" collected by the Japanese probe "Hayabusa2" was handed over to the research group in charge of full-scale analysis, and the university group that started the analysis in advance has a large amount of water and organic matter. It was revealed that the data indicating the above was successfully detected.

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Stock price decline In the afternoon, there is a move to buy back, and the rate of decline narrows

2021-06-17 16:01:00
The stock price of the Tokyo stock market on the 17th fell.

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Reduced food loss Products with short expiration dates Manufacturers sell directly to consumers

2021-06-17 15:59:00
A dedicated vending machine that allows consumers to directly buy products that are difficult to sell through normal distribution channels due to the shortened expiration date in an attempt to reduce the disposal of food that is still edible, so-called "food loss." The movement of food manufacturers to install is spreading.

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How will it affect Japan?

2021-06-17 15:46:00
The presidential election will be held on the 18th in Iran, the Middle East, which has been in fierce conflict with the United States. What kind of person is running for? What is the impact on international affairs? Reporter Takeshi Togawa of the Tehran branch will explain.

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New positives in Tokyo "stopping down" pointed out the possibility of spreading infection beyond the third wave

2021-06-17 15:41:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts evaluated that the number of new positives in Tokyo had stopped declining, and pointed out that there is a possibility of a rapid spread of infection beyond the third wave. On top of that, he urged us to control the flow of people more than ever and take thorough infection control measures.

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New positives in Tokyo "stopping down" pointed out the possibility of spreading infection beyond the third wave

2021-06-17 15:41:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts evaluated that the number of new positives in Tokyo had stopped declining, and pointed out that there is a possibility of a rapid spread of infection beyond the third wave. On top of that, he urged us to control the flow of people more than ever and take thorough infection control measures.

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Metropolitan Garden Number of newly built condominiums released in May increased for 6 consecutive months Private survey

2021-06-17 15:23:00
The number of newly built condominiums launched in the Tokyo metropolitan area in May has increased more than six times compared to the same month last year, increasing for the sixth straight month. At this time of last year, the first state of emergency was declared, and the reaction to the drastic decrease in sales and the increase in demand for housing due to the spread of telework.

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Liberal Democratic Committee “Proportion of Female Candidates 35% by 2030” Recommendation

2021-06-17 15:19:00
To encourage women to advance into politics, the Liberal Democratic Party's special committee has put together a recommendation to raise the proportion of women in the candidates to 35% by 2030.

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Metropolitan Garden Number of newly built condominiums released in May increased for 6 consecutive months Private survey

2021-06-17 13:57:00
According to a private research company, "Real Estate Economic Research Institute," the number of newly built condominiums released in May was 2,578, a significant increase of more than six times that of the same month last year, increasing for the sixth consecutive month. did. This was a reaction to the fact that the number of units sold had dropped significantly since the first state of emergency was declared at this time last year.

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Information to inform the occurrence of "linear rain zone" Start of operation today Japan Meteorological Agency

2021-06-17 13:41:00
A "linear precipitation zone" where developed cumulonimbus clouds are connected in a belt shape and cause damage due to heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency began operating "information on significant heavy rainfall" on the 17th to inform that the risk of sediment-related disasters and floods has increased sharply when heavy rainfall due to this "linear precipitation zone" is confirmed.

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Information to inform the occurrence of "linear rain zone" Start of operation today Japan Meteorological Agency

2021-06-17 13:41:00
A "linear precipitation zone" where developed cumulonimbus clouds are connected in a belt shape and cause damage due to heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency began operating "information on significant heavy rainfall" on the 17th to inform that the risk of sediment-related disasters and floods has increased sharply when heavy rainfall due to this "linear precipitation zone" is confirmed.

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IR Corruption Trial Tsukasa Akimoto's decision on September 7

2021-06-17 13:33:00
In a trial in which a member of the House of Representatives Akimoto was charged with bribery and the acquisition of witnesses, the decision was handed down on September 7.

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IR Corruption Trial Tsukasa Akimoto's decision on September 7

2021-06-17 13:33:00
In a trial in which a member of the House of Representatives Akimoto was charged with bribery and the acquisition of witnesses, the decision was handed down on September 7.

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Transition to “Priority Measures” Direction to allow alcoholic beverages to be provided as a premise for measures at restaurants in each region

2021-06-17 13:06:00
In response to the government's policy to shift the state of emergency issued to Fukuoka Prefecture to priority measures such as prevention of spread, Governor Hattori expressed his intention to allow restaurants to provide alcoholic beverages on the premise of thorough infection control measures. I did. The target areas for priority measures are Fukuoka City, Kitakyushu City, and Kurume City. In addition, Governor Omura of Aichi Prefecture will continue to open business hours at 8:00 pm for restaurants in the target area of ​​the priority measures when the state of emergency issued in the prefecture is canceled and shifts to priority measures such as prevention of spread. While requesting that it be shortened to, he said he would allow the provision of sake, which is currently seeking self-restraint, until 7 pm.

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Former police officer sentenced to 2 years in prison.

2021-06-17 12:49:00
The Saitama District Court has been charged with attempted obscenity when a former police officer of the Saitama Prefectural Police tried to call a woman in her twenties and touch her body based on the information she learned while working. The prosecutor's office sentenced him to two years in prison.

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Yen exchange rate drops in the latter half of the 110 yen range US Fed rate hike forecast ahead of schedule

2021-06-17 12:28:00
On the 17th, the yen exchange rate on the Tokyo foreign exchange market fell to the upper 110 yen level per dollar. The move to buy the dollar is widespread as the forecast for rate hikes has been advanced at the US monetary policy meeting.

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Stock price fell by more than 400 yen at one time in the morning US Fed's zero interest rate cancellation forecast ahead of schedule

2021-06-17 12:26:00
The stock price of the Tokyo stock market on the 17th is falling.

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Chief Cabinet Secretary Myanmar national team player's refugee application

2021-06-17 12:24:00
Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato responded appropriately to the fact that the player who had come to Japan as a representative of Myanmar for the second qualifying round of the Soccer World Cup Asia indicated his intention to apply for refugee status in Japan. I showed my idea to go.

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US-Russia Summit Talks to Dialogues such as Nuclear Disarmament There is a gap in cyber attacks

2021-06-17 12:21:00
President Biden of the United States and President Vladimir Putin of Russia met and agreed to create a dialogue framework for reducing the risk of nuclear war and disarmament. On the other hand, there is a wide gap between claims on cyber attacks and human rights issues, and the future focus will be on how to improve bilateral relations through dialogue.

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Successful launch of a Chinese manned spacecraft Builds its own space station

2021-06-17 11:51:00
China has announced that it has successfully launched a spacecraft carrying three astronauts to build its own space station. The three will stay at the space station under construction for about three months and will also perform extravehicular activities.

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Hong Kong Police Force "Ringo Daily" arrested 5 people cracked down on anti-government movements

2021-06-17 11:30:00
Hong Kong police have arrested five people, including the top editors of the newspaper Ringo Daily, which is known for its critical tone to China, on suspicion of violating the Hong Kong National Security Law.

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Arrested 59-year-old teacher at elementary school Suspected obscene behavior of high school girls Niigata

2021-06-17 10:47:00
A teacher in his 50s working at an elementary school in Niigata City was arrested for doing obscene acts by promising to give cash to a 17-year-old female high school student who met on SNS at the time. He denied the charges, saying, "I thought I was 18 years old."

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US Fed Quantitative Easing Scale Reduction to Specific Discussions at Future Meetings

2021-06-17 10:16:00
Fed Chairman Powell, the central bank of the United States, said at a press conference on the 16th that he would enter into concrete discussions at a future meeting on measures to reduce the scale of the current quantitative easing. I made it. The focus will be on timing and method, as downsizing will be a major shift in monetary easing.

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US Fed Quantitative Easing Scale Reduction to Specific Discussions at Future Meetings

2021-06-17 10:16:00
Fed Chairman Powell, the central bank of the United States, said at a press conference on the 16th that he would enter into concrete discussions at a future meeting on measures to reduce the scale of the current quantitative easing. I made it. The focus will be on timing and method, as downsizing will be a major shift in monetary easing.

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Cancellation of declarations of 9 prefectures Consultation on transition to "priority measures" such as Tokyo and Osaka

2021-06-17 10:10:00
Regarding the state of emergency issued to 10 prefectures, the government specializes in the policy of canceling the state of emergency in 9 prefectures except Okinawa, and 7 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka will shift to "priority measures such as spread prevention". I consulted with a subcommittee to make at home. In addition, the policy is to allow restaurants in the areas to which the priority measures are applied to provide alcoholic beverages until 7:00 pm on the premise of thorough infection control measures, and to suspend the provision of alcoholic beverages at the governor's discretion depending on the infection situation. Also consulted.

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Cancellation of declarations of 9 prefectures Consultation on transition to "priority measures" such as Tokyo and Osaka

2021-06-17 10:10:00
Regarding the state of emergency issued to 10 prefectures, the government specializes in the policy of canceling the state of emergency in 9 prefectures except Okinawa, and 7 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka will shift to "priority measures such as spread prevention". I consulted with a subcommittee to make at home. In addition, the policy is to allow restaurants in the areas to which the priority measures are applied to provide alcoholic beverages until 7:00 pm on the premise of thorough infection control measures, and to suspend the provision of alcoholic beverages at the governor's discretion depending on the infection situation. Also consulted.

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Cancellation of declarations of 9 prefectures Consultation on transition to "priority measures" such as Tokyo and Osaka

2021-06-17 10:10:00
Regarding the state of emergency issued to 10 prefectures, the government specializes in the policy of canceling the state of emergency in 9 prefectures except Okinawa, and 7 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka will shift to "priority measures such as spread prevention". I consulted with a subcommittee to make at home. In addition, the policy is to allow restaurants in the areas to which the priority measures are applied to provide alcoholic beverages until 7:00 pm on the premise of thorough infection control measures, and to suspend the provision of alcoholic beverages at the governor's discretion depending on the infection situation. Also consulted.

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Major League Baseball Angels Shohei Ohtani No. 19 home run for 2 consecutive games

2021-06-17 09:34:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Baseball Angels hit the 19th home run of this season, which is the second consecutive game against Athletics on the 16th.

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Cancellation of declarations of 9 prefectures Consultation on transition to "priority measures" such as Tokyo and Osaka

2021-06-17 09:18:00
Regarding the state of emergency issued to 10 prefectures, the government lifts it in 9 prefectures except Okinawa, and 7 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka are subcommittees that make a policy to shift to priority measures such as spread prevention. I consulted with.

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Cancellation of declarations of 9 prefectures Consultation on transition to "priority measures" such as Tokyo and Osaka

2021-06-17 09:18:00
Regarding the state of emergency issued to 10 prefectures, the government lifts it in 9 prefectures except Okinawa, and 7 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka are subcommittees that make a policy to shift to priority measures such as spread prevention. I consulted with.

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Cancellation of declarations of 9 prefectures Consultation on transition to "priority measures" such as Tokyo and Osaka

2021-06-17 09:18:00
Regarding the state of emergency issued to 10 prefectures, the government lifts it in 9 prefectures except Okinawa, and 7 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka are subcommittees that make a policy to shift to priority measures such as spread prevention. I consulted with.

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Tokyo Olympics Para "No spectators have the least risk" Proposal by Chairman Omi and others

2021-06-17 08:22:00
A proposal by experts such as Chairman Omi of the government subcommittee on the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics has been revealed. From the perspective of preventing the spread of infection, it is said that holding without spectators is the least risky, but when spectators are included, it should be held based on stricter standards than the current large-scale event.

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Tokyo Olympics Para "No spectators have the least risk" Proposal by Chairman Omi and others

2021-06-17 08:22:00
A proposal by experts such as Chairman Omi of the government subcommittee on the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics has been revealed. From the perspective of preventing the spread of infection, it is said that holding without spectators is the least risky, but when spectators are included, it should be held based on stricter standards than the current large-scale event.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Priority measures to adjust by requesting refrain from providing alcohol

2021-06-17 06:56:00
After the state of emergency is lifted, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is adjusting whether it is possible to request restaurants to refrain from serving alcohol under priority measures such as prevention of spread. We are still requesting restaurants that serve alcohol to be closed, but we would like to prevent the re-spread of infection by continuing to reduce the chances of eating and drinking with alcohol, which has a high risk of infection, even under priority measures.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Priority measures to adjust by requesting refrain from providing alcohol

2021-06-17 06:56:00
After the state of emergency is lifted, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is adjusting whether it is possible to request restaurants to refrain from serving alcohol under priority measures such as prevention of spread. We are still requesting restaurants that serve alcohol to be closed, but we would like to prevent the re-spread of infection by continuing to reduce the chances of eating and drinking with alcohol, which has a high risk of infection, even under priority measures.

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US-Russia Summit Meeting Announcement Joint Statement Dialogue on Strategic Stability over Nuclear Disarmament

2021-06-17 06:25:00
President Biden of the United States and President Vladimir Putin of Russia have agreed to hold the first face-to-face summit meeting in Switzerland and start bilateral dialogue for strategic stability, such as building a new framework for nuclear disarmament. Meanwhile, President Biden warned that if the Putin administration does not respond, it will take appropriate measures regarding cyber attacks on the United States.

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NY Stock Market Dow Jones Industrial Average Drops Zero Interest Rate Policy Cancellation Prediction ahead of schedule

2021-06-17 06:07:00
On the 16th, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell after the Fed, the central bank of the United States, held a meeting of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors to advance the forecast of when the zero interest rate policy would be lifted.

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Major League Baseball Angels Shohei Ohtani No. 19 home run for 2 consecutive games

2021-06-17 05:35:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Baseball Angels started in the athletics game on the 16th as the second designated hitter, and hit the 19th home run of this season, which is the second consecutive game in the second at bat.

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Information to inform the occurrence of "linear rain zone" Start of announcement today Japan Meteorological Agency

2021-06-17 05:16:00
A "linear precipitation zone" where developed cumulonimbus clouds form a band and cause damage due to heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency will start operating "information on significant heavy rain" on the 17th, informing that the risk of sediment-related disasters and floods has increased sharply when heavy rain due to this "linear rain zone" is confirmed.

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Myanmar national team player in Japan intends to apply for refugee status protests against the military in World Cup qualifying

2021-06-17 05:16:00
One of the Myanmar national team players who are coming to Japan for the second qualifying round of the Soccer World Cup Asia refuses to return from Kansai Airport on the night of the 16th, leaving the team and intends to apply for refugee status in Japan in the future. I found out. It was pointed out that the player could be punished if he returned to Japan with three fingers indicating his intention to protest the Myanmar army in the match against Japan last month.

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Information to inform the occurrence of "linear rain zone" Start of announcement today Japan Meteorological Agency

2021-06-17 05:16:00
A "linear precipitation zone" where developed cumulonimbus clouds form a band and cause damage due to heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency will start operating "information on significant heavy rain" on the 17th, informing that the risk of sediment-related disasters and floods has increased sharply when heavy rain due to this "linear rain zone" is confirmed.

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Administrative guidance to businesses due to dirty plastic export restrictions Ministry of the Environment

2021-06-17 04:33:00
The Ministry of the Environment and others have given strict administrative guidance to businesses that have tried to export large amounts of dirty plastic without the approval of the government. Exports of dirty plastics are regulated by law based on international treaties, and the Ministry of the Environment and others have once again called attention to businesses considering exports.

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