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Main news(2023/10/09)


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Rugby world rankings announced: Japan remains in 12th place, unchanged from the previous week

2023-10-09 22:02:00
Rugby's international governing body, World Rugby, announced the world rankings on the 9th of this month, and Argentina, who defeated Japan in the final match of the first round, moved up one place to 8th place. Japan remains in 12th place, unchanged from the previous week.

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House fire in Yurihonjo, Akita; three bodies found in house and building next to house

2023-10-09 21:45:00
On the afternoon of the 9th, there was a fire at a house in Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture, and three people were found dead in this house and another adjacent building. According to the police, there are five people living in the residence, and three of them have not been in contact with each other, so they are currently trying to confirm their identities.

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Expert: ``Is this phenomenon different from a normal earthquake?'' Tsunami on the morning of the 9th

2023-10-09 20:25:00
The earthquake that occurred early on the morning of the 9th, with its epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, generated a tsunami even though the scale was not that large. Experts have pointed out that ``a phenomenon different from normal earthquakes may be occurring.''

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American university professor who researched gender wage disparity won Nobel Prize in Economics

2023-10-09 19:17:00
Professor Claudia Goldin of Harvard University in the United States, who researched the field of labor economics such as the gender wage gap, was selected as this year's Nobel Prize in Economics winner.

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Afghanistan earthquake: Local rescue group “needs supplies and shelter”

2023-10-09 19:11:00
The earthquake that struck western Afghanistan on the 7th has so far claimed the lives of more than 2,000 people, according to the interim government of the Taliban, an Islamist group that holds real power there. Although assistance from international organizations and other organizations has begun, local relief organizations are calling for more supplies and shelter for the victims.

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Johnny's issue: Man testifies that he was sexually assaulted multiple times within NHK

2023-10-09 19:06:00
Regarding Johnny Kitagawa's sexual assault issue, a man who participated in dance practice on NHK in Shibuya, Tokyo about 20 years ago in hopes of appearing on a music program was raped by Johnny Kitagawa multiple times in the station's bathroom. She testified that she had been sexually assaulted. NHK commented, ``We take the testimonies very seriously.This is an issue that cannot be overlooked, and we will continue to take steps to protect the safety and human rights of performers.''

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“Russian military may have carried out record number of drone attacks over winter” Ukraine warns

2023-10-09 17:51:00
The Russian military, which continues to invade Ukraine, is increasing its attacks using Iranian-made drones, and the British Ministry of Defense points out that ``Iranian-made drones are the core of Russia's long-range attack operations.'' I am. Ukraine is on high alert, fearing that a record number of drone attacks could be carried out over the coming winter.

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Izumo All-Japan University Selection Ekiden Komazawa University, who won the triple crown last season, wins consecutive victories with a new tournament record

2023-10-09 16:31:00
The Izumo All-Japan University Ekiden, the first of the three major university ekiden races, was held in Shimane Prefecture. We got off to a good start towards the Triple Crown of University Ekiden.

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Xiang Xiang, the panda born at Ueno Zoo, opens to public in China

2023-10-09 16:29:00
Xiang Xiang, a panda born at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo and returned to China in February this year, has been shown to the public in the inland Sichuan province since the 8th, and is doing well.

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Former British soldiers who fought in Operation Imphal come to Japan to attend memorial service Tokyo

2023-10-09 16:21:00
A former British soldier who fought in the Imphal Operation by the former Japanese army, which was said to be one of the harshest battles during World War II, came to Japan and held a war casualty ceremony in Tokyo on the 9th. I attended a ceremony to commemorate the dead.

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Bear damage continues today in Akita, Kanazawa, Toyama... Worst pace ever

2023-10-09 16:14:00
While taking a walk in the park... or in my garden... bears have been causing damage in various places for the past 9 days. NHK has compiled the number of people affected by the virus, and this year's rate is the worst on record, and the country, local governments, and experts are calling for thorough measures to prevent damage.

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US IT companies intend to cooperate in creating common rules for generative AI, including ensuring safety

2023-10-09 15:45:00
Regarding the ``Hiroshima AI Process,'' in which the seven major G7 countries aim to create common rules through the use of generative AI, executives from Google and other companies in the United States attended a forum hosted by the United Nations on the 9th regarding regulatory compliance and safety issues. He expressed his intention to cooperate in securing such arrangements.

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IMF and World Bank annual meetings held today, focus on developing countries' debt

2023-10-09 14:29:00
The annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank begins on the 9th in Morocco, North Africa. The focus is on whether we can provide a path to solving the problem of ballooning debt in developing countries due to expanded fiscal spending and interest rate hikes in developed countries.

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Skateboarding Park World Championship Open Shinna is gold, Kusaki Hinano is silver

2023-10-09 13:14:00
The finals for the men's and women's skateboarding and park world championships, which are the subject of selection for the Paris Olympics, were held in Italy on the 8th, with 15-year-old Kai Shinna winning the gold medal and Kusaki Hina, also 15, winning the women's championship. Japanese athletes showed their abilities, with one athlete winning a silver medal.

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Report of chemical leak on Tohoku Shinkansen; reports of three people including children injured

2023-10-09 13:03:00
According to the Sendai City Fire Department, around noon on the 9th, passengers aboard a Tohoku Shinkansen train reported a chemical leak, and three people, including a child, were injured.

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Men's Marathon: Kenya's Kiptam sets new world record - first time in history under 2 hours 0 minutes

2023-10-09 12:55:00
Kelvin Kiptum of Kenya won the Chicago Marathon, which was held on the 8th in Chicago, USA, setting a new world record of 2 hours and 35 seconds. Kiptum became the first athlete in history to record a time under 2:00, beating the previous men's world record by more than 30 seconds.

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Four people in their 60s to 80s were transported after a series of bear attacks in Akita residential area

2023-10-09 12:54:00
Four people in their 60s to 80s were attacked one after another by a bear in a residential area in Akita City and taken to the hospital. According to police, both victims are conscious and able to talk.

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``NG List'' ``Association of Parties'' releases request for reconsideration of press conference

2023-10-09 12:22:00
Regarding sexual assault by Johnny Kitagawa, a ``no-no'' list was created at a press conference held by Johnny's office on the 2nd of this month, which included reporters who were not to be named at the venue. The ``Association of Parties'' published a request to the office to reschedule the press conference.

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All tsunami warnings lifted ``Will seismic activity continue for the time being? Be careful'' Japan Meteorological Agency

2023-10-09 12:03:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued nine tsunami advisories for the Izu and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions, and the Amami and Tokara Islands. All were lifted at noon on Sunday. In these areas, there is a high possibility that the tide level will change slightly for about half a day. The Japan Meteorological Agency also urges people to continue to be careful about tsunamis and earthquakes, as these seismic activities are expected to continue for the time being.

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Head priest murder case: Did the suspects understand the schedule and behavior patterns and plan the murder?

2023-10-09 11:31:00
The president of the cemetery's management company was arrested for allegedly bringing charcoal briquettes into the columbarium of a temple in Adachi Ward, setting it on fire, and killing the chief priest.It was revealed that a funeral and interment were scheduled at the temple on the day of the incident. I understand, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the case, suspecting that he planned the murder after knowing the chief priest's schedule and behavioral patterns.

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Man injured in bear attack in Kanazawa park, city and police issue warning

2023-10-09 11:11:00
A man in his 80s who was walking in a park in Kanazawa City was attacked by a bear and suffered injuries to his face and other parts. The bear has since left and has not been found, so the city and police are calling for caution.

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“More than 500 Russian suicide drones last month” Ukrainian military on alert

2023-10-09 10:39:00
The Russian military has repeatedly used more than 500 unmanned aircraft to attack port facilities and agricultural facilities in the past month, and there is a possibility that a record number of drone attacks will be carried out over the coming winter. We are increasing our vigilance because of this.

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Chiba Tateyama City Approximately 20,000 households and 37,000 people in coastal areas are ordered to evacuate

2023-10-09 09:55:00
In response to a tsunami warning being issued in Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture, approximately 300,000 yen in the Tateyama, Hojo, Nako, Funagata, Nishimisaki, Kobe, and Tomisaki areas along the coast of the city were issued. Evacuation orders were issued to 20,000 households and over 37,000 people.

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[Explanation] Targets of tsunami warnings and current situation Future precautions

2023-10-09 09:53:00
Early on the morning of the 9th, there was an earthquake with the epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands, Kujukuri and Sotobo in Chiba Prefecture, Uchibo in Chiba Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture, Tanegashima and Yakushima regions , a tsunami advisory has been issued for the Amami and Tokara Islands. The expected height of each tsunami is 1 meter, and the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them. Social Affairs Department reporter Koji Tsumura explains the targets of the tsunami warning, the current situation, and future precautions. *The video cannot be viewed on the 2 minute 37 second data broadcast.

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Tsunami advisory: Japan Meteorological Agency press conference “Stay away from the sea until it is lifted”

2023-10-09 09:07:00
Toshihiro Shimoyama, Earthquake Information Planning Officer at the Japan Meteorological Agency, said at a press conference that a tsunami advisory had been issued for the Izu Islands and the Ogasawara Islands from Chiba Prefecture to Kagoshima Prefecture due to an earthquake with an epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands. It is dangerous to be in the sea or near the coast, so please get out of the sea and stay away from the coast.As the current continues to be strong, do not go into the sea or go to the coast until the tsunami warning is lifted. Please do not approach the area.Seismic activity has continued in this area since the 2nd of this month, and an earthquake and tsunami were also observed on the 5th of this month.These seismic activities are expected to continue for the time being, so please continue to be careful. ” he called out. Regarding the circumstances behind the announcement of the tsunami advisory, he stated, ``We have issued a tsunami advisory because there have been frequent earthquakes since 4 a.m. on the 9th, and changes in the tide level have been observed.The epicenter of the earthquake has not been determined.'' Ta.

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Kochi Nankoku City Evacuation order for people living on the sea side of the embankment and near the river mouth

2023-10-09 08:49:00
Nankoku City, Kochi Prefecture issued an evacuation order at 8:26 a.m. to people living on the sea side of the embankment and near the river mouth. An evacuation order is level 4 of the five alert levels, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas immediately. The city will send publicity vehicles to areas subject to evacuation orders to urge people to evacuate.

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Rugby “Current location of the Japanese national team” Just one step away [Commentary]

2023-10-09 07:54:00
``On the way'' Japan lost to Argentina in the final match of the first round of the Rugby World Cup in France, missing out on advancing to the final tournament for the second consecutive tournament. Although they put up a good fight against a strong team, they were just one step away from winning. The development of this match showed the current status of Japanese rugby. (Sports News Department Reporter Tatsuki Kobayashi) In the second half of the article, we hear from Hitoshi Ohno, a former member of the Japanese national team and the player with the most caps in history, explaining the key points of the match and future challenges for the Japanese national team.

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Tsunami warning for Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands has already arrived?

2023-10-09 07:14:00
There was an earthquake recently with its epicenter near Torishima in the Izu Islands, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami advisory for the Izu Islands and the Ogasawara Islands. The expected height of the tsunami is 1 meter, and it appears that the tsunami has already reached the area. If you are in an area where a tsunami warning has been issued, please stay away from coasts and river mouths and do not approach them. Tsunamis can come over and over again and can rise quickly. A tsunami washes away people and objects with great force. Please stop working on the coast or underwater and move away from the coast or near the mouth of a river. Please don't go and check on me.

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[Updated from time to time] Hamas attack and Israeli retaliation, total death toll over 1,000

2023-10-09 07:06:00
To date, more than 1,000 people have been killed on both sides due to attacks on the Israeli side by Hamas, the Islamic organization that effectively controls the Palestinian Gaza Strip, and retaliatory operations by the Israeli military. The death toll on the Israeli side has reached an unprecedented level, and there are concerns that the situation will worsen further.

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Earthquake in Afghanistan kills over 2,000 people, raising concerns about whether aid will be available

2023-10-09 06:22:00
The 6.3-magnitude earthquake that occurred in western Afghanistan on the 7th has so far claimed the lives of more than 2,000 people, according to the interim government of the Islamist group Taliban. It has been pointed out that support from the international community has stalled in Afghanistan since the return of the Taliban, who are increasingly oppressing women, and there are concerns about whether sufficient support will reach the victims.

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Bank of Japan Governor Ueda's path towards normalizing monetary policy six months after taking office Issues

2023-10-09 06:18:00
On the 9th, Bank of Japan Governor Ueda will have been in office for six months. The Bank of Japan continues to implement large-scale monetary easing with the aim of achieving the 2% price stability target accompanied by wage increases, but as the yen continues to weaken and long-term interest rates continue to rise, it is necessary to maintain normal monetary policy while facing the market. The challenge is how to pave the way for this.

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US begins providing military equipment to Israeli army; additional military support also available

2023-10-09 05:46:00
U.S. President Biden spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and informed him that he had begun providing military equipment, including ammunition, to the Israeli army, and also announced the prospect of providing additional military support in the future. .

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Liberal Democratic Party Policy Research Chairman Hagiuda visits Taiwan today and coordinates talks with President Tsai Ing-wen

2023-10-09 04:33:00
Liberal Democratic Party Political Affairs Research Chairman Hagiuda will visit Taiwan from the 9th. During his stay, he is making arrangements to meet with President Tsai Ing-wen to demonstrate the importance he places on relations with Taiwan.

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