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Decided to gradually introduce J-League “voice” support from next month's official game

2022-05-17 22:33:00
The Soccer / J-League has decided to gradually introduce support from the official game next month, which is prohibited as an infection control measure.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 22:04:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Power outages in Yokohama City on the night of the 13th Caused by damage to power transmission lines during waterworks

2022-05-17 20:51:00
Kawasaki City announced that the power outage of about 70,000 households, mainly in Kanagawa Prefecture, from midnight to the next morning on the 13th of this month was caused by the damage to the underground power transmission line in the waterworks ordered by the city. "We apologize for the inconvenience."

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 20:08:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Power outages in Yokohama City on the night of the 13th Caused by damage to power transmission lines during waterworks

2022-05-17 19:14:00
From midnight to the next morning on the 13th of this month, Kawasaki City announced that the power outage of about 70,000 households, mainly in Kanagawa Prefecture, was caused by the damage to the underground power transmission line in the waterworks ordered by the city. bottom. "We apologize for the inconvenience."

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Emergency safety inspection of Shiretoko sightseeing ship operator 3 Deficiencies found in 12 operators

2022-05-17 19:09:00
Following the accident in which a tourist ship sank off the coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula, the Hokkaido District Transport Bureau conducted an urgent safety inspection on the 17th for businesses operating tourist ships in the same area as the ship where the accident occurred. rice field. As a result, a total of 12 deficiencies were found in the three businesses, and the company has announced a policy to conduct audits based on laws and regulations again in the future.

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Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Sinks Operation Management Personnel “Absent at the time of the accident”

2022-05-17 19:09:00
In the accident where a tour boat sank off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism revealed that the operating company did not have a person in charge of flight management at the time of the accident. The president of the person in charge was out, and the captain of the tourist ship was appointed as an "assistant" to manage the operation when the president was absent, and the safety management system was not functioning in the first place.

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How much "glitter name" is allowed 3 proposals presented by the Legislative Council

2022-05-17 19:04:00
The rules regarding our names may change. With the diversification of notations and readings, such as unique names called "glitter names," the government is considering how freely the family register's name can be read, and the Legislative Council is considering an interim draft. I summarized.

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Ukrainian Mariupol Steelworks “265 surrendered” Russian Ministry of Defense

2022-05-17 19:01:00
At Mariupol, a strategic point in eastern Ukraine, Ukrainian troops have announced that they have completed their combat missions at a steel mill that was besieged by Russian troops and urged the Ukrainian side to surrender. The Russian Defense Ministry has announced that 265 soldiers, including Ukrainian soldiers, have surrendered, and some Russian media have reported that Russian troops will soon take control of the steelworks.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 18:56:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Sinks Private Workboat Arrives What is a Search in "Saturated Diving"?

2022-05-17 18:46:00
In the sinking accident of a sightseeing boat off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, a private work boat carrying a diver searching inside the ship that sank on the seabed arrived at Abashiri Port near the site on the 17th. From the afternoon of the 19th, divers will go under the sea and search for people left behind on the ship.

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Trial visit to Japan for a small number of foreigners Accepted from 4 countries Conducted this month

2022-05-17 18:25:00
Regarding the resumption of acceptance of foreign tourists, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito has announced that he will accept small-group tours to Japan on a trial basis to demonstrate infection control measures from four countries, including the United States, and will implement them within this month. Did.

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Emergency safety inspection of Shiretoko sightseeing ship operator 3 Deficiencies found in 12 operators

2022-05-17 18:14:00
Following the accident in which a tourist ship sank off the coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula, the Hokkaido District Transport Bureau conducted an urgent safety inspection on the 17th for businesses operating tourist ships in the same area as the ship where the accident occurred. rice field. As a result, a total of 12 deficiencies were found in the three businesses, and the company has announced a policy to conduct audits based on laws and regulations again in the future.

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Mariupol Steelworks Ukrainian Army “End Combat Mission”

2022-05-17 18:11:00
At Mariupol, a strategic point in eastern Ukraine, Ukrainian troops have announced that they have completed their combat missions at a steel mill that was besieged by Russian troops and urged the Ukrainian side to surrender. Some Russian media have reported that Russian troops will soon take control of the steelworks.

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Saitama Asaka arson murder case 43 years old Multiple fractures in the body believed to be the president

2022-05-17 18:07:00
On the 14th of this month, an interior construction company burned down in Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture, and in an arson murder case in which the body of a man who seems to be the 43-year-old president was found, there were multiple fractures in the upper body of the man, according to police interviews. I understand anew. Police are investigating the situation in detail, assuming that they were assaulted before they were set on fire.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 17:59:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Sinks Operation Management Personnel “Absent at the time of the accident”

2022-05-17 17:42:00
In the accident where a tour boat sank off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism revealed that the operating company did not have a person in charge of flight management at the time of the accident. The president of the person in charge was out, and the captain of the tourist ship was appointed as an "assistant" to manage the operation when the president was absent, and the safety management system was not functioning in the first place.

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Emergency safety inspection of Shiretoko sightseeing ship operator 3 Deficiencies found in 12 operators

2022-05-17 17:16:00
Following the accident in which a tourist ship sank off the coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula, the Hokkaido District Transport Bureau conducted an urgent safety inspection on the 17th for businesses operating tourist ships in the same area as the ship where the accident occurred. rice field. As a result, a total of 12 deficiencies were found in the three businesses, and the company has announced a policy to conduct audits based on laws and regulations again in the future.

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Cheers for the lovely appearance of spot-billed ducks Raising children in the pond of the shrine Nara Katsuragi

2022-05-17 17:15:00
At the shrine in Katsuragi City, Nara Prefecture, the lovely appearance of the spot-billed ducks is entertaining the visitors.

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A light passenger car plunges into the waiting room of a hospital. Three people are slightly injured. Nagasaki Shimabara

2022-05-17 17:11:00
On the morning of the 17th, in Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture, a car broke through the glass wall of the hospital and plunged into the waiting room, and three men in the hospital were slightly injured. A woman in her 60s who was driving said she had mistakenly stepped on the accelerator and brakes, and police are investigating the situation in detail.

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Tight power supply and demand "Caution" to be newly established Expected to have a reserve rate of less than 5%

2022-05-17 16:56:00
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has decided to issue a new warning in order to promptly inform companies and households of the possibility of tight electricity supply and demand.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 16:11:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Suspicion of Insider Trading Arrested Company Officer in Tokyo Tokyo District Public Prosecutor's Office

2022-05-17 16:11:00
Tokyo District Inspection Special Investigation on suspicion of violating the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, alleging that a company officer in Tokyo conducted an insider trading based on inside information that a system development company listed on the first section of the former Tokyo Stock Exchange will make a tender offer for shares. I was arrested by the department.

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[Details] The actual situation seen in the Putin negotiations talked about by the former President of Ukraine

2022-05-17 15:59:00
Russia's unstoppable military invasion of Ukraine. How should the world face President Putin, who directs the attack? Former President Petro Poroshenko, who has repeatedly negotiated with Putin as President of Ukraine, said in a solo interview with NHK, "Never trust" and "Don't be afraid."

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Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Sinks Private Workboat Arrives What is a Search in "Saturated Diving"?

2022-05-17 15:02:00
In the sinking accident of a sightseeing boat off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, a private work boat carrying a diver searching inside the ship that sank on the seabed arrived at Abashiri Port near the site on the 17th. From the 19th at the earliest, divers will dive to the bottom of the sea and search for people left behind on the ship.

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Bus stop woman beaten and died younger brother "regretted" trial ended without opening

2022-05-17 15:00:00
The trial of the former defendant, who died on bail last month, was scheduled to begin on the 17th in a case where a woman living on the street at a bus stop in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, was beaten and died. Regarding the fact that the case ended without the trial being held, the younger brother of the deceased woman told NHK, "I wanted to know why the case happened, but I have no place to feel." He talked about his current feelings.

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The appearance of yellowtail for the first time in two years at the shrine of "owls raising children" Tochigi Nogi Town

2022-05-17 13:16:00
At a shrine in Nogi Town, Tochigi Prefecture, where owls are known for raising children, grown-up chicks have appeared for the first time in two years, and many photo enthusiasts are visiting.

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Trial visit to Japan for a small number of foreigners Accepted from 4 countries Conducted this month

2022-05-17 13:02:00
Regarding the resumption of acceptance of foreign tourists, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito has announced that he will accept small-group tours to Japan on a trial basis to demonstrate infection control measures from four countries, including the United States, and will implement them within this month. Did.

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Tight power supply and demand "Caution" to be newly established Expected to have a reserve rate of less than 5%

2022-05-17 12:44:00
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has decided to issue a new warning in order to promptly inform companies and households of the possibility of tight electricity supply and demand.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 12:37:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Arrested office worker for forced obscene attempt Ambush a woman who likes it overnight

2022-05-17 12:19:00
A 40-year-old office worker was arrested for trying to do obscene acts on a yoga instructor woman who came to work in the morning after spending the night sneaking into a building in Tokyo where a rental studio is located. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the fact that it was ambushed after looking at women on SNS and knowing where to go to work.

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"Basic Space Plan" Government Interim Report "Promotion of Cooperation in Japan, the United States, Australia and India"

2022-05-17 12:17:00
An interim report on the schedule of the "Basic Space Plan" compiled by the government has been clarified, and it is clearly stated that cooperation in the space field will be promoted in the quad, the framework of the four countries of Japan, the United States, Australia and India. The government is coordinating to confirm at the quad summit next week.

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Emergency safety inspection of sightseeing boat operators in Shiretoko Utoro area Hokkaido District Transport Bureau

2022-05-17 12:10:00
Following the accident in which a tourist ship sank off the coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula, the Hokkaido District Transport Bureau announced on the 17th that it is urgently safe for businesses operating tourist ships in the same Utoro district of Shari Town as the ship where the accident occurred. I started the inspection.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 11:59:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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Ukrainian Army Mariupol Steelworks “Unit Combat Mission Ends”

2022-05-17 11:57:00
At Mariupol, a strategic point in eastern Ukraine, Ukrainian troops have announced that they have completed their combat missions at a steel mill that was besieged by Russian troops and urged the Ukrainian side to surrender. Mariupol's offensive and defensive battle has reached a major milestone as many soldiers have been transferred to towns controlled by pro-Russian factions.

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"I can't read the name of the family register" To legislation Interim draft Legislative council subcommittee

2022-05-17 11:52:00
In order to promote the digitization of administrative procedures, a subcommittee of the Legislative Council, which is an advisory body to the Minister of Justice, has put together an interim draft for legislation that makes the names of family registers readable.

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To accept "My Number Card Health Insurance Card" point application

2022-05-17 11:45:00
From the 30th of next month, we will start accepting points applications for people who have registered their My Number Card as a health insurance card.

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Shiretoko sightseeing ship sank Private work ship searches for "saturated diving" at Abashiri Port

2022-05-17 11:40:00
In the sinking accident of a sightseeing boat off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, a private work boat carrying a diver searching inside the ship that sank on the seabed arrived at Abashiri Port near the site on the 17th. From the 19th at the earliest, divers will dive to the bottom of the sea and search for people left behind on the ship.

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Elon Musk suggests a reduction in the purchase price of over 5 trillion yen on Twitter

2022-05-17 11:13:00
US entrepreneur Elon Musk, who has agreed with the company to acquire social media giant Twitter, has indicated that it may reduce the purchase price by more than 5 trillion yen in Japanese yen on the 16th. I did.

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Sweden NATO membership application decision “with Finland soon”

2022-05-17 11:11:00
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Sweden in Northern Europe has decided to apply for membership in NATO = North Atlantic Treaty Organization. While some citizens welcome the decision, others are concerned that it could accelerate the conflict in Europe.

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New spokesman Jean-Pierre "I wouldn't be here without my ancestors"

2022-05-17 10:29:00
Newly appointed spokesman Jean-Pierre at the White House in the United States said at his first press conference that he was the first spokesman to announce that he was a black woman and gay. Was never here, "he said, thanking those who have tackled issues such as racism and prejudice against sexual minorities and emphasized the significance of his appointment.

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Mayor of Mariupol “Cooperation of the international community in establishing evacuation routes”

2022-05-17 08:08:00
The mayor of Mariupol, a key point in eastern Ukraine, said in an interview with NHK that more than 100,000 citizens are still left behind. I asked for.

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Sweden NATO membership application decision “with Finland soon”

2022-05-17 07:23:00
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Sweden in Northern Europe has decided to apply for membership in NATO = North Atlantic Treaty Organization. While some citizens welcome the decision, others are concerned that it could accelerate the conflict in Europe.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on May 17)

2022-05-17 07:08:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 17th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)

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“Effects of suppressing the generation of air pollutants typhoons” Research results summarized

2022-05-17 06:55:00
Research results have shown that air pollutants emitted from factories in Asian countries had the effect of suppressing the occurrence of typhoons around Japan and the Philippines. It is said that the number of typhoons will decrease as global warming progresses, but experts point out that the pace of typhoons decreasing may slow down due to the progress of environmental measures.

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McDonald's announces withdrawal from business in Russia military invasion

2022-05-17 06:39:00
McDonald's, a major hamburger chain, has announced that it will withdraw from its business in Russia following a military invasion of Ukraine by Russia.

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Russia “Agreed to Evacuate Injured Soldiers in Mariupol” Announcement Continues Attack

2022-05-17 06:32:00
As Russian troops continue to fight against Ukrainian troops in eastern Ukraine, the Russian Defense Ministry has announced that it has agreed to evacuate Ukrainian wounded soldiers from the steelworks at the key point of Mariupol. Meanwhile, the mayor of Mariupol said in an interview with NHK that the steelworks were being attacked by Russian troops.

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"Cats know the names of cats living together" research group announced

2022-05-17 05:43:00
Experiments have shown that cats know the names of cats they live with at home, a research group such as Kyoto University announced, and this is the first result of exploring how much cats are learning human language. It is said that.

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Sweden NATO membership application decision “with Finland soon”

2022-05-17 05:36:00
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Sweden in Northern Europe has decided to apply for membership in NATO = North Atlantic Treaty Organization. While some citizens welcome the decision, others are concerned that it could accelerate the conflict in Europe.

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Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Sunken Arrive at Abashiri Port, a work ship carrying a diver

2022-05-17 05:33:00
In the accident where a tour boat sank off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, a private work boat carrying a diver to search the inside of the boat arrives at Abashiri Port near the site on the morning of the 17th. From the 19th at the earliest, divers will dive to the bottom of the sea and search for people left behind on the ship.

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