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G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting Agreed to Ukraine for $ 19.8 Billion Support

2022-05-20 21:32:00
At the G7 = Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting of the Seven Major Countries held in Germany, Ukraine was invaded by Russia, with a total of $ 19.8 billion and about 2.5 trillion yen in Japanese yen. We have agreed to provide financial support for the yen.

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Tokushima Mayor Recall Signature Suspected of Forgery City Election Commission Accuses Police

2022-05-20 21:30:00
The Tokushima City Election Commission has forged the signatures of the mayor's recall and dismissal requests submitted by civic groups over the administration of the mayor of Tokushima City, including the signatures of seven people who have already died. He suspected that he had violated the Local Autonomy Law and filed a complaint with the police with an unknown suspect.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 21:26:00
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 20th (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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Yamaguchi Abu Town Arrested Residents "Used at Multiple Online Casinos"

2022-05-20 21:25:00
A 24-year-old resident living in the town was arrested for transferring a part of the 46.3 million yen benefit that was mistakenly transferred from Abu Town, Yamaguchi Prefecture to another account. I learned from an interview with the people concerned that I was talking.

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Prime Minister Kishida Mandatory Policy on Disclosure of Gender Wage Differences Companies with more than 300 employees

2022-05-20 21:05:00
Toward the realization of his "new capitalism," Prime Minister Kishida has clarified a policy that requires companies with more than 300 employees to disclose the difference in wages between men and women in order to raise wages for women. And showed the intention to carry out this summer as well.

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G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting Agreed to Ukraine for $ 19.8 Billion Support

2022-05-20 21:02:00
The G7 = Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting of the Seven Major Countries in Germany closed on the 20th of Japan time and issued a statement. Among them, it is said that it has agreed to provide financial support of 19.8 billion dollars and 2.5 trillion yen in Japanese yen to Ukraine, which is undergoing a military invasion from Russia.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 20:37:00
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 20th (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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Possibility to obtain sufficient results even with a stance to intensify the offensive in the eastern part of the Russian army

2022-05-20 20:06:00
Russia's defense minister, Sergei Shoigu, said in Mariupol, a key point in eastern Ukraine, that more than 1,900 people, including Ukrainian soldiers, had surrendered, and said that eastern Luhansk Oblast, which is aiming for further seizure, would be "soon to be released" and is poised to step up its offensive. Was shown. On the other hand, there is a view that the commander in the field is under pressure to achieve the goal, so it may not be possible to obtain sufficient results by deploying troops without proper preparation. I am.

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Yoshimi Yamashita, a soccer World Cup referee, talks about her enthusiasm for the first female election

2022-05-20 19:48:00
Yoshimi Yamashita, who was the first female referee to be selected as a referee for the Soccer World Cup, which will start in November, responded to the interview on the 20th, saying, "I want to do my best to prepare myself with pride and responsibility as a Japanese. "I said enthusiasm.

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Yamaguchi Abu Town Arrested Residents "Used at Multiple Online Casinos"

2022-05-20 19:05:00
A 24-year-old resident living in the town was arrested for transferring a part of the 46.3 million yen benefit that was mistakenly transferred from Abu Town, Yamaguchi Prefecture to another account. I learned from an interview with the people concerned that I was talking.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 19:00:00
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 20th (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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Acute hepatitis of unknown cause Twelve people under the age of 16 were hospitalized with similar symptoms in Japan

2022-05-20 18:48:00
Regarding acute hepatitis of unknown cause, which has been reported mainly to young children in Europe and the United States, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare announced that it was confirmed that 12 new children under the age of 16 were hospitalized with similar symptoms in Japan. bottom.

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"Monkeypox" Reported in Europe and the United States One after another Symptoms and points to note ...

2022-05-20 18:09:00
"I haven't heard of it ..." "Is there a possibility of community-acquired infection?" "I think this news needs attention for the time being." In the United Kingdom and the United States, the infectious disease "monkeypox" Patients have been reported one after another, and they are attracting a lot of attention on SNS. I summarized what kind of infectious disease "monkeypox" is. (* A case photo of "monkeypox" is posted in the text)

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Shiretoko sunken sightseeing boat lifted on the 22nd and repatriated on the work boat the next day

2022-05-20 17:13:00
As a result of a diver confirming the ship that sank on the seabed in the accident where a tourist ship sank off the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, there was no major damage, so the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism said that the hull was near the sea surface as early as 22nd. We have decided to lift it up to the next day and lift it up on the work boat on the 23rd.

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Consumer prices have risen by more than 2% Expert "It has become a" bad price rise ""

2022-05-20 16:58:00
The consumer price index in April exceeded the same month last year by 2.1%, the highest rate of increase in 13 years and 7 months, excluding the impact of the consumption tax hike. On the other hand, experts point out that "it has become a'bad price increase'that only costs increase without raising wages." What exactly does that mean?

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Report of "monkeypox" infection and suspicion Be wary of the expansion of health authorities in each country

2022-05-20 16:53:00
In Europe and the United States, people who have been infected with or suspected of being infected with the infectious disease "monkeypox", which has symptoms similar to smallpox, have been reported one after another, and new cases have been confirmed in Canada and Australia. Health authorities in each country are investigating the route of infection and are becoming more vigilant about the spread of the infection.

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Completion of the "highest" 44m skyscraper made of pure wood CO2 reduction expectations Yokohama

2022-05-20 15:58:00
A building with a height of more than 40 meters, which is said to be the tallest wooden structure in Japan, has been completed in Yokohama city. Wooden skyscrapers are expected to have the effect of reducing carbon dioxide emissions associated with construction.

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"Happy to see" Doctor Yellow's driving prediction and timetable

2022-05-20 14:56:00
A man in Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture, has published a timetable for the Shinkansen inspection-only vehicle "Doctor Yellow," which is said to "make you happy when you see it" because you do not know when to drive, and it has become a hot topic. .. The "phantom Shinkansen" is almost certainly seen, and its timetable also brings happiness to the area.

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Confirmation of puffer fish spawning at the "mystery circle" on the seabed near Amami Oshima

2022-05-20 14:46:00
The spawning of "Amami Hoshizorafugu", which inhabits only the sea near Amami Oshima in Kagoshima Prefecture and has a unique habit of drawing a pattern like a crop circle on the sandy seabed, has been confirmed, and a mysterious sight has spread. ..

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“North Korea may launch long-range ballistic missiles in the near future” Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi

2022-05-20 14:26:00
Defense Minister Kishi said North Korea could launch long-range ballistic missiles, including the ICBM (intercontinental ballistic missile class), in the near future.

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Announcement of pledge for upper house election, realization of "economy with rising salary", etc.

2022-05-20 12:47:00
On the 20th, the Democratic Party for the People announced a pledge for the upper house election in the summer. In addition to realizing an "economy that raises salaries" through aggressive fiscal policy, security has announced an increase in defense spending in order to improve "hit power for self-defense."

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Arrested Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Finance Suspected of assaulting passengers on a train while driving

2022-05-20 12:24:00
Before dawn on the 20th, a senior deputy director general of the Ministry of Finance was arrested on suspicion of assault for hitting passengers on the train. At that time, the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of the situation, as it seems that he was drunk and assaulted after being warned by other passengers that he had "hit his body."

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Arrested Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Finance Suspected of assaulting passengers on a train while driving

2022-05-20 11:55:00
Before dawn on the 20th, a senior deputy director general of the Ministry of Finance was arrested on suspicion of assault for hitting passengers on the train. At that time, the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of the situation, as it seems that he was drunk and assaulted after being warned by other passengers that he had "hit his body."

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Russia's eastern Mariupol and two states aim to seize the Ukrainian anti-war emphasis

2022-05-20 11:51:00
Russian troops continue to attack in various parts of the country, aiming for full control of Mariupol, a key point in the east, as well as control of the entire two eastern states. On the other hand, the Ukrainian side is analyzed to be pushing back Russian troops in some parts, and emphasizes the stance of a thorough fight, such as mentioning the liberation of Crimea, which was unilaterally annexed by Foreign Minister Kreva.

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The state funeral of a military heavyweight will be held on the 22nd, while the cumulative total of North Korean fever exceeds 2 million.

2022-05-20 11:43:00
North Korea announced on the 22nd that it will hold a state funeral for a military heavyweight, with the cumulative number of fever surpassing 2 million since late last month. Before President Biden of the United States visits South Korea from the 20th to attend the US-South Korea summit meeting, the countries concerned who continue to be wary of the launch of ICBM = intercontinental ballistic missiles and nuclear tests by North Korea are watching the trend. I am.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 11:40:00
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 20th (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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April Consumer price index rose 2.1% year-on-year to 2% for the first time in 13 years

2022-05-20 10:12:00
Looking at the price movements of goods and services consumed at home Last month, the consumer price index in April, excluding fresh food, which is subject to large fluctuations due to the weather, exceeded the same month last year by 2.1%. The BOJ's target of 2% increase is the first in 13 years and 7 months, excluding the impact of the consumption tax hike.

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Treasury Deputy Director General arrested on suspicion of assault Hitting passengers on a running train

2022-05-20 09:41:00
On the early morning of the 20th, Heihachiro Ono, the general deputy director of the Ministry of Finance, was arrested on suspicion of assault for hitting other passengers on a train running in Tokyo. At that time, he was drunk, so the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 09:21:00
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 20th (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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Treasury Deputy Director General arrested on suspicion of assault Hitting passengers on a running train

2022-05-20 08:49:00
On the early morning of the 20th, Heihachiro Ono, the general deputy director of the Ministry of Finance, was arrested on suspicion of assault for hitting other passengers on a train running in Tokyo. According to investigators, the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of his drunkenness at the time.

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April Consumer price index rose 2.1% year-on-year to 2% for the first time in 13 years

2022-05-20 08:37:00
Last month's consumer price index, which looks at the price movements of goods and services consumed at home, was 2.1% higher than the same month last year, excluding fresh food, which is subject to large fluctuations due to weather. The BOJ's target of 2% increase is the first in 13 years and 7 months, excluding the impact of the consumption tax hike.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 07:28:00
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 20th (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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"Lightning bolt on a black background" You can stay in that chocolate confectionery room Aichi Toyohashi

2022-05-20 07:16:00
A guest room designed with chocolate confectionery, which was made at a factory in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture for about 30 years and is familiar to the locals, was made at a hotel in the city for a limited time.

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"Monkeypox" infection reported in Canada and other countries Concerned about spreading infection mainly in Europe and the United States

2022-05-20 06:21:00
While cases of monkeypox, an infectious disease similar to smallpox, have been reported in the United Kingdom and the United States, it has been announced that 17 people suspected of being infected in Canada have also been reported. Multiple infected people have been confirmed in Portugal and Spain, and there is growing concern that the infection will spread mainly in Europe and the United States.

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Yamaguchi Abu Town 46.3 million yen Mispayment Repeated withdrawals to three settlement agents

2022-05-20 05:33:00
In the case where a 24-year-old resident living in the town was arrested for transferring a part of the 46.3 million yen benefit that was mistakenly transferred from Abu Town, Yamaguchi Prefecture to another account, the transferred money was settled in three ways. Interviews with related parties revealed that the withdrawals were repeatedly made to the agency. Police are investigating the flow of money in more detail, saying that they used the money at online casinos in response to the investigation.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 20th)

2022-05-20 05:30:00
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 20th (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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US President Joe Biden Departs for Japan and South Korea To the first summit meeting after taking office

2022-05-20 05:00:00
President Biden of the United States left the United States on the morning of the 20th of Japan time for his first visit to Japan and South Korea after taking office. In addition to holding a summit meeting with Japan and South Korea, he plans to attend the summit meeting of Quad, the framework of the four countries of Japan, the United States, Australia and India. It's an idea.

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There is also a view that the offensive to seize the two eastern states of Russia is "lost"

2022-05-20 04:42:00
The Russian army is poised to take full control of Mariupol and intensify its offensive toward control of the entire two eastern states as soldiers and other soldiers continue to surrender at the ironworks of Mariupol, a key point in eastern Ukraine. On the other hand, there is a view that the momentum of the Russian army has been lost, and the Ukrainian side is strengthening its counterattack stance, such as raising the release of the unilaterally annexed Crimea.

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